
Erica Thompson
Persuasive Grant Writing for Winning Funding Opportunities
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Senior Grant Writer & Program Officer
Freelancing Career • Freelance
May 2020 - Present • 6 yrs
Providing professional grant writing and program support services to nonprofits, startups, and international organizations. Specialize in identifying funding opportunities, researching donors, and drafting persuasive grant proposals, concept notes, and funding applications tailored to client goals. Collaborate with clients to gather program data, develop budgets, and ensure proposals are compliant, well-structured, and aligned with donor priorities. Help clients maximize their funding success through high-quality, deadline-driven grant writing and strategic guidance.
Grant Writing & Program Support Officer
UNICEF • Temps plein
Sep 2015 - May 2019 • 3 yrs 8 mos
Supported grant writing and program development activities for child-focused initiatives by researching funding opportunities from international donors and development partners. Assisted in drafting grant proposals, concept notes, and donor reports aligned with organizational goals and funding requirements. Worked closely with program teams to gather data, prepare budgets, and develop impact-driven project narratives. Ensured all submissions met compliance standards and donor expectations, contributing to successful funding outcomes for education, health, and child protection programs.
Grant Support Specialist
Save the Children • Temps plein
Feb 2012 - May 2015 • 3 yrs 3 mos
Supported grant writing and fundraising initiatives by conducting donor research and identifying relevant funding opportunities from foundations and international organizations. Assisted in drafting and editing grant proposals, including project summaries, objectives, and impact statements to ensure clarity and alignment with funder requirements. Collaborated with program teams to gather data, prepare supporting documents, and assist in budget development. Ensured all submissions were well-structured, persuasive, and compliant with donor guidelines, contributing to successful funding applications for education and child welfare programs.