Associate Manager, Development Writer

Core responsibilities:

• Lead the independent writing and development of high-quality program overviews, concept notes, LOIs, donor briefs, impact updates, prize submissions, and case-making materials for a wide range of prospective and current donors
• Translate Equality Now's complex legal advocacy, movement-building, and programmatic initiatives into clear, compelling, and accessible narratives for non-expert and specialist audiences
• Produce donor-ready materials that strategically frame funding opportunities in alignment with funder interests while safeguarding programmatic integrity, human rights principles, and organizational priorities
• Develop and maintain a deep, working mastery of organizational strategy, global program areas, and advocacy initiatives, ensuring accuracy, cohesion, and strategic alignment across all written products

This role creates positive change by producing compelling donor-facing materials that strengthen donor confidence, drive resource mobilization, and advance Equality Now's strategic priorities to protect and promote the rights of all women and girls around the world.

Required skills and qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (international relations, gender studies, human rights, journalism, communications) or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 6+ years of experience in development writing, grant writing, donor communications, or related roles
• Demonstrated experience crafting donor-facing materials for international programs, advocacy and movement building organizations/NGOs
• Exceptional writing and narrative development skills with ability to tailor messaging to different audiences while maintaining technical accuracy and organizational integrity

Compensation and benefits:

• Base Salary Range: $62,755 - $75,000 USD (if based in the US), £36,511 - £43,812 (if based in the UK)
• Comprehensive total rewards package including health and retirement benefits
• Generous leave policies
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Remote work environment with global team

Equality Now is an international human rights organization founded in 1992 that works to protect and promote the rights of all women and girls around the world through campaigns centered on Legal Equality, End Sexual Violence, End Harmful Practices, and End Sexual Exploitation.