Private Grants & Development Support, Senior Specialist
Habitat for Humanity Charlotte, Charlotte, NC, United States
Private Grants & Development Support Senior Specialist
Location:
Charlotte, NC (3815 Latrobe Drive)
Department:
Organizational Advancement & Development (OAD)
Reports to:
Partnerships Manager
Status:
Full-Time non-exempt
Salary Range:
$55,000 -$58,240
Why Join Habitat Charlotte Region?
At Habitat Charlotte Region, we believe everyone deserves a safe, affordable place to call home. When you join our team, your work directly supports families and strengthens neighborhoods across our community.
Together we build community impact. Since our inception in 1983, we have served over 5,000 local families, proving that affordable housing changes the trajectory of our entire region. Our work is driven by a commitment to community strength, marked by:
• 2,100+ New homes sold to local families.
• 1,600+ Families served through critical home repairs.
• 325 Existing homes renovated to maintain safe, affordable housing.
Join us and be part of a team that has been transforming the Charlotte Region for over four decades.
In addition to meaningful work, Habitat Charlotte Region offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a healthy work-life balance-because caring for our community starts with caring for our people.
About the Role
If you're a strong writer who thrives on turning impact into compelling stories-and you're organized enough to keep multiple deadlines moving without dropping the ball-this role is built for you.
The Private Grants & Development Support Senior Specialist plays a key role in advancing private fundraising efforts by leading grant writing, reporting, and development coordination. This position is hands-on and execution-focused, ensuring high-quality submissions, strong donor communications, and consistent follow-through.
You'll work closely with program staff, Development, and Marketing & Communications to strengthen proposals, track outcomes, and support meaningful partnerships that fuel Habitat Charlotte Region's mission.
What You'll Do
Private Grants (60%)
Lead the writing and submission of Letters of Inquiry (LOIs), grant proposals, and funding applications for private institutional funders
Manage grant reporting and ensure all deliverables are accurate and submitted on time
Track deadlines and coordinate with internal teams to keep projects moving forward
Maintain and update case statements, boilerplate language, and impact data in collaboration with program staff
Development Support (40%)
Maintain donor database records and generate reports to support fundraising strategy
Assist with donor stewardship and engagement efforts, including events and communications
Conduct ongoing prospect research to identify new funding opportunities
Draft donor communications, presentations, and profiles tailored to specific audiences
Partner with Marketing & Communications to deliver on donor benefits and create compelling content
Support special projects and broader development efforts as needed
What You Bring
Experience
2-3 years of experience in nonprofit grant writing, fundraising, or related work
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Experience with donor databases such as Salesforce, Raiser's Edge, or similar systems preferred
Skills
Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills-you can take complex information and make it clear and persuasive
Strong attention to detail and organization-you don't miss deadlines or small errors
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Abilities
Able to manage multiple priorities and shift focus as needed without losing momentum
Collaborative mindset-you work well across teams and functions
Reliable, professional, and aligned with Habitat's mission and values
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Primarily office-based role
Participate in local travel to support meetings with prospective funders, presentations, job site visits, and trainings; position requires use of a personal vehicle for business purposes.
Ability to work at a computer for extended periods (up to 8 hours/day)
Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace. A pre-employment drug screen and background check is required.
Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region program funding often includes federal funding and this role may support federally funded activities. People qualifying as Section 3 residents per Section 3 of the HUD Act of 1968 (12 U.S.C § 1701u) and its associated regulations (24 C.F.R. Part 75) are encouraged to apply. Information on Section 3 qualifications and certification material available upon request.
Location:
Charlotte, NC (3815 Latrobe Drive)
Department:
Organizational Advancement & Development (OAD)
Reports to:
Partnerships Manager
Status:
Full-Time non-exempt
Salary Range:
$55,000 -$58,240
Why Join Habitat Charlotte Region?
At Habitat Charlotte Region, we believe everyone deserves a safe, affordable place to call home. When you join our team, your work directly supports families and strengthens neighborhoods across our community.
Together we build community impact. Since our inception in 1983, we have served over 5,000 local families, proving that affordable housing changes the trajectory of our entire region. Our work is driven by a commitment to community strength, marked by:
• 2,100+ New homes sold to local families.
• 1,600+ Families served through critical home repairs.
• 325 Existing homes renovated to maintain safe, affordable housing.
Join us and be part of a team that has been transforming the Charlotte Region for over four decades.
In addition to meaningful work, Habitat Charlotte Region offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a healthy work-life balance-because caring for our community starts with caring for our people.
About the Role
If you're a strong writer who thrives on turning impact into compelling stories-and you're organized enough to keep multiple deadlines moving without dropping the ball-this role is built for you.
The Private Grants & Development Support Senior Specialist plays a key role in advancing private fundraising efforts by leading grant writing, reporting, and development coordination. This position is hands-on and execution-focused, ensuring high-quality submissions, strong donor communications, and consistent follow-through.
You'll work closely with program staff, Development, and Marketing & Communications to strengthen proposals, track outcomes, and support meaningful partnerships that fuel Habitat Charlotte Region's mission.
What You'll Do
Private Grants (60%)
Lead the writing and submission of Letters of Inquiry (LOIs), grant proposals, and funding applications for private institutional funders
Manage grant reporting and ensure all deliverables are accurate and submitted on time
Track deadlines and coordinate with internal teams to keep projects moving forward
Maintain and update case statements, boilerplate language, and impact data in collaboration with program staff
Development Support (40%)
Maintain donor database records and generate reports to support fundraising strategy
Assist with donor stewardship and engagement efforts, including events and communications
Conduct ongoing prospect research to identify new funding opportunities
Draft donor communications, presentations, and profiles tailored to specific audiences
Partner with Marketing & Communications to deliver on donor benefits and create compelling content
Support special projects and broader development efforts as needed
What You Bring
Experience
2-3 years of experience in nonprofit grant writing, fundraising, or related work
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Experience with donor databases such as Salesforce, Raiser's Edge, or similar systems preferred
Skills
Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills-you can take complex information and make it clear and persuasive
Strong attention to detail and organization-you don't miss deadlines or small errors
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Abilities
Able to manage multiple priorities and shift focus as needed without losing momentum
Collaborative mindset-you work well across teams and functions
Reliable, professional, and aligned with Habitat's mission and values
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Primarily office-based role
Participate in local travel to support meetings with prospective funders, presentations, job site visits, and trainings; position requires use of a personal vehicle for business purposes.
Ability to work at a computer for extended periods (up to 8 hours/day)
Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace. A pre-employment drug screen and background check is required.
Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region program funding often includes federal funding and this role may support federally funded activities. People qualifying as Section 3 residents per Section 3 of the HUD Act of 1968 (12 U.S.C § 1701u) and its associated regulations (24 C.F.R. Part 75) are encouraged to apply. Information on Section 3 qualifications and certification material available upon request.