Description

Organization: Sokana Collective 

Location: Remote (Chicago-based organization) 

Type: Independent Contractor

About Sokana Collective

Sokana Collective is a community-rooted organization dedicated to supporting Black, Brown, and marginalized communities across fertility, pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and lactation. Our work centers birth justice, education, and culturally competent care.

Position Overview
The Contract Grant Writer will support Sokana Collective by leading grant research efforts, completing select grant applications, and supporting grant tracking and reporting for leadership and board visibility.

This role balances strategic research, internal coordination, writing, and data management, helping ensure the organization maintains a strong and sustainable funding pipeline.

Key Responsibilities Grant Research (Primary Focus)

     Identify and maintain a running list of grant opportunities, prioritizing unrestricted or general operating funding

     Research local, regional, and national funders aligned with Sokana’s mission Provide brief summaries of each opportunity, including:

Funding focus and alignment

Eligibility

Deadlines and timeline

Level of effort required

     Recommend high-priority and time-sensitive opportunities

Grant Writing & Submission

     Draft and submit grant applications upon approval from leadership

     Tailor proposals to align with funder priorities while maintaining Sokana’s voice

     Ensure timely submission of all required materials

     Track submissions and maintain organized records

Reporting & Data Collection

     Maintain accurate records of:

Grants researched, pursued, submitted, and awarded

Funding amounts and timelines

     Support creation of grant reports and summaries for leadership and board meetings

     Provide clear updates on pipeline status, upcoming deadlines, and outcomes

     Help organize data in a way that supports financial tracking and strategic planning

Internal Communication & Collaboration

     Participate in regular check-ins Provide brief updates on:

New opportunities identified

Upcoming deadlines

Support needed from the team

     Collaborate with leadership to confirm capacity and priorities before writing applications

Compensation
     $25/hour for grant research and related tasks

     $150 flat rate per completed grant application (writing + submission

Qualifications
     Experience with grant research and grant writing 

     Strong organizational and time management skills

     Ability to track, manage, and report data clearly

     Ability to synthesize information into concise summaries

     Strong written communication skills

     Ability to work independently and meet deadlines Preferred: 

     Experience working with nonprofits, especially in maternal health, reproductive justice, or community-based services

     Familiarity with unrestricted funding strategies

Working Style
     Self-directed with flexible scheduling

     Responsive and communicative

     Aligned with Sokana’s values of equity, care, and community-centered work