Corporate Proposal Writer

• Lead the development of high-quality sponsorship and grant proposals, reports, and updates for corporate philanthropic partners in biopharmaceutical, medical device, and healthcare sectors.
• Draft, edit, and submit corporate sponsorship and grant proposals, letters of intent, and concept papers that align with Prevent Blindness' strategic priorities.
• Coordinate funder giving cycles, internal review, and approval processes for grant submissions and reports.
• Maintain a calendar of proposal and reporting deadlines, and prepare tailored briefing materials for staff engagement with corporate partners.

This role directly supports Prevent Blindness' mission to prevent blindness and preserve sight by securing corporate funding for eye health programs, public health education, advocacy, and awareness initiatives.

• Bachelor's degree in Business/Healthcare Administration, Communications, or Marketing.
• 3+ years of experience in grant writing and cultivating sponsorships, with demonstrated success in corporate, healthcare, or foundation proposals.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with ability to translate complex information into clear narratives.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with CRM or grant-tracking systems (e.g., Raiser's Edge NXT) preferred.

Part-time position (19 hours/week) with hourly rate of $40.00 - $45.00/hour. Not eligible for benefits. Remote or hybrid from Chicago office.

Prevent Blindness is the nation's leading volunteer eye health and safety organization dedicated to fighting blindness and saving sight.