What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grants Officer position at Girl Scout Council of the Nation's Capital?
Are you a storyteller at heart who also loves strategy? Do you enjoy turning program impact into compelling proposals that inspire support? Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital is seeking a Grants Officer who thrives in a mission-driven, collaborative environment. In this role, you’ll help fund life-changing experiences for Girl Scouts across Washington, DC, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia.
Reporting to the Senior Grants Officer, you’ll play a key role in securing corporate funding (primary) and foundation funding (secondary) to support general operations, program growth, and capital needs. You’ll also assist in planning and executing engagement opportunities for institutional donors and ensure grant systems, reporting, and documentation are accurate, organized, and audit-ready.
What You’ll Do
- Transform impact into compelling proposals: Write letters of inquiry, full grant proposals, narratives, budgets, and reports that clearly show the difference Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital makes in the community.
- Lead full-cycle grant management: Track deadlines, manage submissions, and ensure reporting is accurate, complete, and on time.
- Collaborate across the organization: Work with program, finance, and communications teams to gather data, stories, photos, and budgets, turning them into polished materials that funders rely on.
- Build and maintain relationships with funders: Research prospects, support donor meetings and site visits, and create stewardship touchpoints that connect funders’ priorities to the Council’s mission.
- Support strategic giving goals: Help develop annual grant strategies and identify opportunities aligned with funding priorities and long-term vision.
- Keep the grants engine running smoothly: Manage the grants calendar, oversee contracts and agreements, maintain electronic funder files, and coordinate financial reporting with Finance.
- Contribute to broader Development efforts: Assist with fundraising events, draft content for newsletters or reports, source impact stories, and proofread materials to ensure consistency and quality.
What We’re Looking For
Experience & Skills
- 2–3 years of experience in institutional giving and/or corporate philanthropy
- Proven success writing five-figure grant proposals
- Comfortable using CRMs and tracking grant revenue
- Stellar writing, editing, and storytelling skills
- Highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Confident in representing Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital with external partners
- Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends for meetings, programs, and events
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (or equivalent business software suite)
We’re seeking someone who combines creativity with organization, and who is energized by building relationships, shaping strategy, and making a measurable impact through philanthropy.
Location & Travel
This position is based in our Washington, DC office and requires travel within the Council’s jurisdiction, including Washington, DC and parts of Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia. Reliable access to a car is required; mileage reimbursement is provided for travel outside the office.
Some of Our Benefits
- 100% employer-paid HMO health insurance for employees (dependent coverage, POS, dental/vision available).
- 3% employer contribution to 403(b), plus additional 2% match.
- Generous paid leave benefits.
- Paid holidays/office closures include: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and December 26-31. The Presidential Inauguration Day is also an observed holiday on January 20th every four years. One floating holiday, annually.
- A vibrant workplace with a diverse staff who are dedicated to a common mission to make a difference in our community through Girl Scouting. Click here to read our bi-monthly staff newsletter to take a closer look.
Find out more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility at this link.
The starting salary for this position is $65,000-$75,000.
About Us
At Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital, we believe in the power of youth leadership. Our mission is to build Girl Scouts of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. We serve nearly 44,000 youth and over 31,000 adult members across the District of Columbia and 25 counties in Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia. We are dedicated to creating a vibrant and inclusive community where youth can thrive, learn new skills, and discover their leadership potential.
Salary : $65,000 - $75,000