Grants Specialist

Anchor & Oak Strategies is a faith-rooted nonprofit management company based in Charleston, SC. We exist to help organizations thrive — partnering with nonprofits, schools, businesses, and churches to build sustainable fundraising systems, strengthen operations, and advance their missions.

Role Overview

The Grants Specialist will manage the full grants lifecycle for A&O's client partners, from identifying funding opportunities and developing competitive proposals to ensuring post-award compliance and reporting. This role works across federal, state, and private foundation funding streams, supporting a diverse portfolio of nonprofit and faith-based organizations. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented professional who can balance multiple client deadlines, communicate complex ideas clearly in writing, and collaborate with both internal team members and client stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify grant funding opportunities aligned with client missions and organizational goals
• Write, edit, and submit grant proposals and applications on behalf of client partners
• Manage grant calendars, deadlines, and deliverables across multiple client engagements
• Ensure compliance with funder requirements, including federal regulations (2 CFR 200, OMB guidelines)
• Prepare and submit progress reports, financial reports, and closeout documents
• Coordinate with clients and team members to gather programmatic data and supporting materials
• Maintain organized records of all grant activity and correspondence
• Monitor policy changes and trends in the grants landscape

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in grant writing, grants management, or a related role
• Demonstrated success in securing grant awards from federal, state, or private funders
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with federal grants systems such as Grants.gov, SAM.gov, and eRA Commons
• Experience with grant tracking tools or project management software
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
• High attention to detail and accuracy

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with federal compliance and reporting requirements
• Grant Professional Certified (GPC) credential or willingness to obtain
• Background working with nonprofit organizations, churches, or faith-based ministries
• Passion for mission-driven work and community impact

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and a writing sample to ***email_hidden***. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.