Grant and Proposal Writer

About Pear Suite Pear Suite is an early-stage digital health company building software for community-based care. Our care navigation platform equips community health workers, doulas, care navigators, and the organizations that support them with tools to collect, visualize, and act on social determinants of health data. We help community-based organizations, health systems, and government-funded care programs deliver more coordinated, person-centered care. Why Pear Suite? We’re a mission-driven team committed to health equity and innovation in community-based care. You’ll thrive here if you’re eager to take initiative, value autonomy, and enjoy building structure where none exists. Join us to build scalable, human-centered technology that empowers frontline workers and improves lives across the U.S. About The Role We are seeking an experienced Grant and Proposal Writer with a strong track record developing successful grant applications, competitive proposals, and strategic responses to funding opportunities for a part-time role (15-20 hours per week). This role is responsible for researching, writing, and managing the full lifecycle of grant applications, RFP responses, and strategic proposals—from opportunity identification through submission and post-award reporting—with a primary focus on Medicare, Medicaid, Community Health Worker (CHW) programs, rural health transformation initiatives, and healthcare partnerships. These activities will help Pear Suite and its nonprofit, community-based organization (CBO), healthcare provider, health plan, and government partners secure funding, launch new programs, and expand access to community-based care. The role will support proposals that strengthen partner organizations while advancing shared healthcare goals. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience navigating federal funding portals (e.g., Grants.gov, SAM.gov), interpreting Notices of Funding Opportunity (NOFOs) from agencies such as CMS and HRSA, and crafting compelling, compliant narratives that align organizational programs with federal health policy priorities, including value-based care, health equity, workforce development, and rural health access. What You'll Do Research & Strategy Monitor and identify relevant federal funding opportunities across agencies such as the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI), Office of Rural Health, and related HHS sub-agenciesMonitor strategic procurement, payer, provider, and partnership opportunities requiring formal proposal responsesTrack opportunities tied to CHW workforce development, Medicaid/Medicare demonstration and innovation models, rural health transformation programs (e.g., Rural Health Transformation initiatives, Rural Communities Opioid Response Program, Rural Health Care Services Outreach), and value-based/alternative payment model fundingAnalyze NOFOs, RFPs, RFIs, and other solicitation documents to assess eligibility, competitiveness, and strategic alignment, making recommendations on whether Pear Suite should pursue each opportunityStay current on CMS/CMMI policy shifts, Medicaid state plan amendments, and rural health funding landscape changes that affect proposal strategyMaintain a rolling calendar of state, federal, and foundation application deadlines and internal milestones Grant & Proposal Development Write clear, persuasive, and technically compliant grant narratives, including statements of need, program design, logic models, evaluation plans, and sustainability sectionsTranslate program and technical information from subject-matter experts into compelling proposal languageDevelop grant applications, RFP responses, RFIs, and strategic proposals that support Pear Suite, its nonprofit and CBO partners, healthcare providers, health plans, government agencies, employers, and other healthcare organizationsDevelop and coordinate required attachments: budgets, budget narratives, timelines, organizational capacity statements, letters of support, and required federal forms (e.g., SF-424 family of forms)Ensure full compliance with agency-specific formatting, page limits, and submission requirementsMaintain reusable proposal content, case studies, organizational narratives, and supporting materials to improve future proposal quality and speedReview solicitation requirements to identify compliance risks, submission requirements, and evaluation criteriaCoordinate proposal timelines, review cycles, and submission checklists across internal stakeholders Cross-Functional Coordination Partner with internal teams and external nonprofit, CBO, clinical and healthcare partners to gather accurate data, outcomes, budgets, and supporting materialsCoordinate with finance/accounting on budget development and indirect cost rate applicationManage internal review cycles and incorporate feedback from multiple stakeholders under tight deadlines Compliance & Submission Prepare and submit grant applications, proposal responses, and required documentation through Grants.gov, agency-specific portals, procurement systems, and other submission platformsTrack registration renewals (SAM.gov, UEI, etc.) and ensure organizational eligibility documentation stays currentMaintain thorough records of submissions, correspondence, and compliance documentation Post-Award Support Assist with post-award reporting requirements, progress reports, and no-cost extension requests as neededSupport audit readiness by maintaining organized proposal and compliance filesDescribe the specific responsibilities and job functions of the role Qualifications Required Qualifications 5+ years developing successful grant applications, RFP responses, or strategic proposals, with demonstrated success supporting federal healthcare funding and/or healthcare procurement opportunitiesWorking knowledge of the Medicaid and Medicare program landscape, including value-based payment models, health equity initiatives, and rural health delivery challengesDirect experience writing successful applications to CMS, CMMI, HRSA, state Medicaid agencies, or comparable healthcare procurement and proposal opportunitiesProven experience navigating Grants.gov, SAM.gov, and federal application systemsStrong understanding of federal compliance requirements (e.g., 2 CFR 200 / Uniform Guidance) and HHS/CMS-specific grant terms and conditionsExcellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills with the ability to translate complex clinical, programmatic, and policy information into clear, persuasive narrativeStrong project management skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneouslyExperience developing budgets and budget narratives in collaboration with finance teamsExperience supporting healthcare RFPs, procurement responses, managed care proposals, or strategic partnership submissions Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with Community Health Worker workforce models, scope of practice, certification/training frameworks, and CHW reimbursement pathwaysExperience supporting Rural Health Transformation Program applications or similar state/federal rural health initiativesFamiliarity with CHW integration models within Medicaid managed care, health systems, ACOs, or FQHCsUnderstanding of Medicaid Section 1115 waivers, Medicare Innovation Center demonstration models, or rural health redesign frameworksFamiliarity with logic models, theory of change frameworks, and health outcomes/quality measure evaluation design (e.g., HEDIS, UDS measures)Prior experience in a healthcare, public health, and/or rural health systemTrack record of securing awards of $500K+ Compensation The hourly rate for this role is $45-$55, dependent upon level of experience and geographic location.