Grant Development & Capital Campaign Consultant

About the role

Bay Islands International School seeks an experienced fundraising professional to lead grant development and capital campaign efforts for a new PreK–12 campus in Roatán, Honduras. This part‑time, remote consulting role focuses on identifying and securing major philanthropic funding.

Key responsibilities

• Research and develop a prioritized pipeline of foundations, corporations, family foundations, major donors and other funding sources aligned with education, youth, international development, sustainability and Central America.
• Develop funding strategies, craft letters of inquiry, concept papers, grant applications, proposals, budgets and supporting materials tailored to each prospect.
• Assist in capital campaign planning, identify lead donors, establish naming opportunities, and create presentation materials for major donor cultivation.
• Support relationship development by preparing BIIS leadership for meetings, advising on follow‑up and stewardship, and leveraging professional networks for introductions.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years of institutional fundraising, grant development or nonprofit resource development experience.
• Proven record of securing significant grants or philanthropic commitments, preferably for capital projects.
• Strong research, analytical, writing and communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple opportunities and meet deadlines.

Required skills

• Grant writing and proposal development.
• Funders research and prospect pipeline management.
• Strategic evaluation of funding opportunities.
• Donor cultivation and stewardship planning.