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Grant Writer

Also known as: Grants Specialist, Grant Manager, Development Writer, Proposal Writer

AI Impact Score

52/100

AI is assisting with research, drafting, and narrative structuring, but the strategic thinking, funder relationship building, and compelling storytelling that win competitive grants remain distinctly human. Writers who use AI to increase output while maintaining quality will thrive.

$45k – $85k

Salary Range

growing

Growth Outlook

55,000

Total Jobs (US)

+8%

Growth Rate

Task Breakdown

Tasks at Risk (3)

Initial research on grant opportunitiesBoilerplate narrative draftingBudget justification formatting

AI-Enhanced Tasks (4)

AI-assisted funder research and matchingFirst-draft narrative generationCompliance checklist generationData and statistics sourcing

Human-Safe Tasks (5)

Strategic fit assessment between program and funderRelationship cultivation with program officersCompelling story development and organizational narrativeComplex budget developmentPost-award reporting and compliance management

Current Skills

Persuasive WritingResearch and AnalysisBudget DevelopmentCompliance UnderstandingProgram Evaluation Basics

Future-Proof Skills

Federal Grant Portal Systems (Grants.gov, SAM.gov)AI Writing Assistance for ProposalsOutcome Measurement and Logic ModelsFederal Regulations (2 CFR 200, EDGAR)