Job Opportunity: Development Grant Writer & Coordinator

Haida Gwaii

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to apply your strong research, analytical and communication skills in a unique role that will lead to positive impacts throughout coastal communities?

CFN is hiring a Development Grant Writer & Coordinator to join our team!

In this role, the successful candidate will work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, contributing to the success of purpose-driven organizations. They will be able to work independently and as part of a team, meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality results, and will be responsible for researching grant opportunities, developing successful grant proposals, and persuasively communicating the organization’s mission and programs to potential funders.

Download the full Development Grant Writer & Coordinator job description (pdf)

About the Position

  • Position: Development Grant Writer & Coordinator
  • Reports to: Development Manager
  • Location: Hybrid, Vancouver Office OR Remote (some travel required)
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Salary: $55,000 – $65,000 per annum

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit the following to hr@coastalfirstnations.ca no later than July 2, 2025, at 5:00 PM PST.

  1. A letter of interest outlining how your previous experience and education would support this position. If you have an interest or expertise in grant writing for Indigenous organization or not-for-profits, please note this in your cover letter. Please also indicate if you self-identify as Indigenous.
  2. An up-to-date CV.

The successful candidate will be asked to provide references, and a satisfactory criminal records check.

We encourage applicants to submit applications as soon as possible, as applicants will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. As this is a unique opportunity, we welcome and are open to discussing flexible arrangements. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We aim to provide support through this recruitment process for applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that considers an applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation during the interview process, don’t hesitate to get in touch with Hina Rafaqat (hrafaqat@coastalfirstnations.ca). CFN-GBI hires based on skills, ability, and qualifications; however, in support of our strategy to achieve our employment goals for Indigenous Peoples, qualified Indigenous applicants will be given priority.

Persons of Indigenous ancestry will be given preference. s16(1) CHRA

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