Grant Writer

At 2U, we are all in on purpose. We are motivated by our mission – to eliminate the back row in education – and connected by our shared passion to deliver world-class digital education at scale. As the parent company of edX, the world’s leading online learning platform, 2U powers more than 4,000 online higher education offerings – from free courses to full degrees. Together with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporate partners, we are helping to unlock human potential. What We’re Looking For: The Grant Writer will search for available grants and research their requirements to find opportunities that align with their organization’s mission to develop and grow the Social Enterprise & Innovation Center of Excellence.  The Grant Writer will research, write, format, and submit compelling, high-quality grant proposals to funding agencies (federal, state, and private foundations) while applying knowledge of fundraising methods and plans to reach goals. This role is responsible for proactively researching and analyzing grant opportunities and making recommendations on their feasibility. Position will collaborate with leaders and team members to develop relationships with key stakeholders and develop supporting documents and maintain donor database and records. Before applying for a grant, Grant Writers communicate with company leadership to confirm that they are interested in collaborating with the foundation or organization offering the grant. Manages multiple projects and priorities including searching for funding sources, writing proposals, managing existing grants, reporting to stakeholders, and working on special projects. This position reports to the Senior Director, Head of Access Partnerships, Americas.  Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To: Research & Data Collection  Investigates local, state, federal, private, foundation, and corporate sources of funds. This includes reviewing materials, listservs, meetings, phone contacts, and correspondence Prepares proposals by conducting research, gathering internal and external data to support grants requests, writing drafts, and obtaining approvals. Maintains the overall quality of proposals by creating, maintaining, and revising proposal templates and proposal support databases. RFP & Grant Writing  Performs internal reviews of institutional needs, collects and gathers program data, and assesses the feasibility of obtaining external funding for project and program proposals Develops and maintains an internal grant application process Creates and updates the grants development calendar. Coordinates, develops, and processes grant applications from conceptual to submission stage while working closely with staff throughout all phases Ensures that the department meets proposal deadlines by determining priorities and target dates for information gathering, drafting, editing, revising, and submitting proposals Writes and edits executive summaries, conclusions, and organizational and program descriptions Collaboration & Communication Identifies funding needs and opportunities and attends strategy meetings. Collaborates with fund personnel to gather input for all projects and comply with requests for data and other information Communicates the proposal strategy and progress to other organizational stakeholders, and obtains input and signoff on content from other departments as needed. Prepares presentations by assembling and overseeing the printing and digital presentation of proposals, including text and graphics. Systems Development  Develops and maintains a grant management system for funded grants that includes report due dates, budget adherence, and any other grant requirements Develops and maintains a library of information on funding sources, grant writing, and community and state data relevant to the foundation’s programs and services Things That Should Be In Your Background: Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree or relevant experience preferred 5+ years of grant writing experience 3+ years of project management experience Strong research, communication, and publication writing skills Critical thinking skills; must be autonomous and self-driven; must be able to work well independently and with others Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills Knowledgeable of funding sources, compliance issues, and legal and fiscal policies of funding sources and appropriate government agencies Implement the use of technology to assist with grants development and management High degree of initiative to find solutions and meet deadlines Read, comprehend, interpret, and apply governmental regulations and proposal guidelines Work independently, be computer literate, and possess the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Salesforce and Tableau experience preferred We are looking to hire someone who is available to come into our Headquarters in Lanham, MD two days a week for a hybrid work schedule.  Benefits & Culture Our global employee base is a diverse collection of innovators, dreamers, and doers working together to transform lives through higher education. We believe that every employee can advance our shared purpose, and that life at 2U should be fun and meaningful. If you’re excited by the opportunity to provide over 40 million learners and counting with access to world-class online higher education, then join us – and do work that makes a difference. #NoBackRow We offer comprehensive benefits (unique per country) and excellent work/life balance. Full-time, U.S.benefits include:  Medical, dental, and vision coverage Life insurance, disability, and 401(k) employer match Employee stock purchase plan Free snacks and drinks in-office Generous paid holidays and leave policies, including unlimited PTO Additional time off benefits include: volunteer days, parental leave, and a company-wide winter break The anticipated base salary range for this role is ($75,000 - $80,000), with potential bonus eligibility. Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, budget for the position and cost of labor in the market in which the candidate will be hired. 2U Diversity and Inclusion Statement At 2U, we are committed to building and sustaining a culture of belonging, respect, and inclusion. We are proud of the steps we’ve taken to bring together an employee base that embodies diverse walks of life, ideas, genders, ages, races, cultures, sexual orientations, abilities and other unique qualities. We strive to offer a workplace where every employee feels empowered by what makes us different, as well as by how we are alike.  2U is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodations, please reach out to us at: recruitingaccommodations@2u.com .   About 2U Inc. (NASDAQ: TWOU) For more than a decade, 2U, Inc. has been the digital transformation partner of choice to great non-profit colleges and universities delivering high-quality online education at scale. As the parent company of edX, a leading global online learning platform, 2U provides over 45 million learners with access to world-class education in partnership with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporations. Our people and technology are powering more than 4,000 digital education offerings — from free courses to full degrees — and helping unlock human potential. To learn more: visit 2U.com. About edX edX is the education movement for restless learners and a leading global online learning platform from 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU). Together with the majority of the world’s top-ranked universities and industry-leading companies, we bring our community of over 45 million learners world-class education to support them at every stage of their lives and careers, from free courses to full degrees. And we're not stopping there — we're relentlessly pursuing our vision of a world where every learner can access education to unlock their potential, without the barriers of cost or location. Learn more at edX.org. Learn more at https://2u.com/careers/ #NoBackRow The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. 2U is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against applicants or employees and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship, military or veterans’ status, or any other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. 2U’s equal opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, job benefits and pay.