Most executives don’t lose opportunities because they lack experience.
They lose them because their resumes fail to communicate value at the level and speed decision-makers expect.
Recruiters scan in seconds. ATS systems filter before a human even reads. And leadership roles are not won by listing responsibilities. They are won by clearly showing impact, direction, and results.
That’s where I come in.
I am an Executive Resume Strategist and Career Branding Specialist helping C-level leaders, directors, and senior professionals secure high-impact roles across the USA, UK, Canada, and other global markets.
What I deliver is not just a well-written document. It is a carefully structured career story designed to pass ATS systems, capture attention, and turn opportunities into interviews.
If you have been applying and not hearing back, your documents are not doing their job. If your experience is strong but your positioning is unclear, you are likely being overlooked. And if you are aiming for senior leadership or higher compensation, your resume must reflect that level before you are considered for it.
My work focuses on executive resume writing for C-level and senior leaders, LinkedIn profile optimization and personal branding, ATS optimization and keyword positioning, executive bios and cover letters, and career strategy for leadership transitions.
Every project is built from scratch. No templates, no recycled content, no shortcuts.
I have worked with executives across different industries to help them secure interviews for six-figure roles, move into leadership positions, and stand out in competitive markets where average resumes fail quickly.
My approach combines strong storytelling, recruitment insight, and keyword strategy to make sure your profile does not just look good, but performs in real hiring situations.
If you are a senior professional or executive who understands that how you present yourself matters as much as your experience, then this will make sense.
If a decision-maker reviewed your resume today, would they clearly see your value or move on to the next candidate?
Send me a message and let’s position you for the role you have already earned.
Grant Writing
Budget Proposal
Grant Research & Prospect List
Grant Application
Executive Summary
Resume Writing
Resume Development
Cover Letter
Cover Letter Writing
LinkedIn Development
LinkedIn Profile
Job Search Strategy
Job Description
Business Plan Writing
Content Writing
RFP Writing
Fundraising
Grant Proposal
Nonprofit
Resume
Ayanfeoluwa O.
Lagos, Nigeria
$7/hr
5.0
8 jobs
WHAT IF SECURING FUNDING DID NOT HAVE TO FEEL LIKE CLIMBING A MOUNTAIN ALONE?
Every year, nonprofits, startups, and businesses miss valuable funding opportunities. Not because their work lacks impact, but because they may not have the right funding strategy, research, positioning, or proposal to communicate their value effectively.
That is where I come in.
I’m Ayanfeoluwa, a Grant Strategist and Funding Specialist who goes beyond simply writing proposals. I research funding opportunities, assess eligibility, study funder priorities, develop compelling narratives, and position organizations to pursue funding opportunities strategically.
My approach is simple: find the right opportunities, build the right strategy, and present your organization in a way that speaks directly to funders.
WHY WORK WITH ME?
A proposal should never feel generic.
Before writing, I take the time to understand your organization, its mission, programs, goals, target population, funding needs, and growth plans. I then research prospective funders, review their priorities and funding history, and identify where your organization has the strongest potential for alignment.
This allows me to develop proposals that are not only well written, but also strategic, evidence based, and tailored to the funder.
WHAT I CAN HELP YOU WITH
✅ Grant Research and Funder Prospect Lists
✅ Grant Proposals and Full Grant Applications
✅ Letters of Inquiry and Letters of Intent
✅ Capital, Capacity Building, and General Operating Grants
✅ RFP, RFQ, SBIR, and STTR Proposals
✅ Business Plans and Funding Documents
✅ Executive Summaries and Budget Narratives
✅ Grant Objectives, Methodologies, and Measurable Outcomes
✅ Program Evaluation and Evaluation Plans
✅ Fundraising and Funding Strategies
✅ Sponsorship and Crowdfunding Support
WHO I WORK WITH
🔹 Nonprofits and NGOs
🔹 Startups and Social Enterprises
🔹 Small and Minority Owned Businesses
🔹 Community Based Organizations
🔹 Faith Based Organizations
🔹 Mission Driven Organizations
WHAT SETS MY APPROACH APART
Strong grant writing starts long before the proposal is written.
I combine funding research, strategic positioning, persuasive writing, and program development to help organizations present a clear and credible case for support.
My background in Public Health also gives me a strong understanding of community needs, program development, measurable impact, outcomes, and evidence based communication. These are important elements when developing funding applications that demonstrate not only what an organization does, but also why its work matters and how funding can create measurable results.
You should not have to spend your valuable time searching through funding databases, interpreting complicated application requirements, developing narratives, and managing deadlines.
You focus on your organization.
I focus on helping you identify, pursue, and present the right funding opportunities.
I do not believe in submitting proposals just for the sake of submitting them. Every application should have a clear strategy, strong funder alignment, compelling justification, and measurable impact.
READY TO BUILD A STRONGER FUNDING STRATEGY?
If you are looking for someone who can help you move from searching for grants to strategically pursuing the right funding opportunities, I would be glad to work with you.
Send me a message and let’s discuss your organization, funding goals, and the opportunities worth pursuing.
Grant Writing
Budget Proposal
Grant Research & Prospect List
Grant Application
Grant Documentation
Proposal Writing
Grant Proposal
Fundraising
Religious, Charitable & Nonprofit
Business Plan Writing
Business Services
Content Writing
Nonprofit Industry Consulting
Request for Proposal
Program Grant
RFP Writing
Capacity Building Grant
Government Procurement
Grant Evaluation Plan
Capital Grant
Grant O.
Aba, Nigeria
$25/hr
4.9
74 jobs
What if I told you securing a grant can be as easy as ABC, without running around in circles?
I’m NOT your Average "Grant Writer". I’m the Grant Writer who is willing to have sleepless nights & productive days until I transform your Fundraising goals into a Reality.
You put in a lot of effort to make sure that every single part of your organization runs smoothly, you need to focus on your sales, and maximizing your organization's potentials instead of going through the stress of researching grants or writing grant proposals and business plans, and above all, you need to save money and time.
I am here to take care of all your problems, and help you essentially in securing the right funding opportunities for your business or non-profit , while you fundamentally focus on what matters.
I don't Just Write or Find Grants, I WIN Grants!!.
Here’s a comprehensive range of professional grant and funding services I provide to nonprofits, small businesses, and mission-driven organizations:
1. Grant Writing, Grant Applications & Grant Proposals
2. Grant Research & Prospect Lists aligned with eligibility and funder priorities
3. Capital, Capacity-Building & General Operating Grants
4. RFPs, RFQs & SBIR Proposals
5. Business Plans, Business Strategy & Budget Proposals
6. Grant Documentation, Letters of Intent (LOIs) & Supporting Materials
7. Grant Objectives & Methodology with measurable outcomes
8. Grant Evaluation Plans aligned with reporting requirements
9. Fundraising Strategy, Sponsorship & Crowdfunding Support
10. Market Research, Executive Summaries & Organizational Profiles
Why Work With Me?
Securing funding doesn’t have to be overwhelming.
I’m not just a grant writer, I’m a funding strategist. I help organizations move from idea to execution by aligning strong narratives, realistic budgets, and compliant documentation with what funders are actually looking for.
While you focus on operations, sales, and impact, I handle the grant research, applications, proposal writing, and fundraising strategy, saving you time, money, and unnecessary stress.
With 5+ years of experience, I’ve helped clients across multiple sectors secure funding through well-researched, strategically positioned grant applications.
116+ funded opportunities supported
~90% success rate
Experience across education, arts & culture, technology, youth development, community programs, and business development
I don’t just submit applications, I position you to win competitive capital, capacity-building, and general operating grants.
I work with:
-Nonprofit Organizations
-Small & Minority-Owned Businesses
-Startups & Social Enterprises
My clients trust me to bring clarity, structure, and results to their funding efforts so they can focus on running and growing their organizations.
If you’re ready to pursue funding with strategy, confidence, and precision, let’s talk.
Regards,
The Grant Oracle
Grant Writing
Budget Proposal
Grant Research & Prospect List
Grant Application
Grant Documentation
Proposal Writing
Grant Proposal
Business Plan
Nonprofit
Business Planning & Strategy
General Operating Grant
Fundraising
Grant Writing Consultation
Nonprofit Organization
Grant Objectives & Methodology
Grant Evaluation Plan
Nonprofit Industry Consulting
Letter of Intent
Letter of Inquiry
Capacity Building Grant
Hussainat A.
Ilorin, Nigeria
$10/hr
5.0
14 jobs
WHAT IF SECURING A GRANT DID'NT HAVE TO FEEL LIKE CLIMBING A MOUNTAIN ALONE?
Most nonprofits and profit organizations leave thousands , sometimes hundreds of thousands of dollars on the table every year. Not because they lack a great mission. But because they lack the right strategy, the right words, and the right person in their corner.
That's where I come in.
I'm Hussainat and I'm not your average grant writer. I'm a Grant Strategist and Funding Agent who doesn't just write proposals. I research, position, and craft applications that make funders stop, read, and say yes.
Here's my promise to you: I will have sleepless nights and productive days until your funding goals become your funding reality.
**What makes me different?**
While most grant writers hand you a generic proposal and wish you luck — I go deeper. Before writing a single word, I study your organization inside out, research your target funders, analyze their giving history, and build a strategy that aligns your mission with exactly what the funder is looking for. The result? Proposals that don't just get submitted — they get funded.
**Here's what I handle for you:**
✅ Grant Research & Prospect Lists tailored to your mission and eligibility
✅ Full Grant Proposals, Applications & Letters of Intent (LOIs)
✅ Capital, Capacity-Building & General Operating Grants
✅ RFPs, RFQs & SBIR Proposals
✅ Business Plans, Budget Proposals & Executive Summaries
✅ Grant Objectives, Methodology & Measurable Outcomes
✅ Evaluation Plans aligned with funder reporting requirements
✅ Fundraising Strategy, Sponsorship & Crowdfunding Support
**Who I work with:**
🔹 Nonprofits & NGOs
🔹 Small & Minority-Owned Businesses
🔹 Startups & Social Enterprises
🔹 Community & Faith-Based Organizations
**My background gives me a unique edge.** With a foundation in Public Health, I understand community needs assessment, measurable impact, and evidence-based communication — the exact language funders speak. I don't just write well. I write strategically.
Your time is too valuable to spend wrestling with complex applications, chasing deadlines, and second-guessing your narrative. While you focus on running your organization and serving your community, I focus on one thing:
**Getting you funded.**
I don't just submit applications. I position you to win.
📩 Ready to pursue funding with strategy, confidence, and precision? Send me a message , let's build your funding future together.
Grant Writing
Budget Proposal
Grant Research & Prospect List
Grant Application
Grant Documentation
Proposal Writing
Nonprofit Organization
Grant Objectives & Methodology
Grant Proposal
Business Plan Writing
Content Writing
Religious, Charitable & Nonprofit
Business Services
Program Grant
Government Procurement
RFP Writing
Market Research
Fundraising
Project Proposal
CV/Resume Translation
Abdullahi D.
Ilaro, Nigeria
$8/hr
5.0
7 jobs
STILL SEARCHING FOR THE RIGHT FUNDING? YOUR NEXT GRANT WIN STARTS HERE.
Funders don't just give money they invest in stories that move them. I write those stories.
I'm a grant writing specialist with 5+ years of experience managing grant applications from start to finish, from grant research & prospect list development to proposal writing, budget management, and submission.
My clients have secured over $1M in funding across nonprofits, startups, and social enterprises in the USA, UK, Canada, and Africa.
What I Do:
✅ Grant writing: federal, foundation, corporate & international
✅ Business proposal writing: LOIs, executive summaries & project proposals
✅ Budget proposal & budget management: logic models & impact metrics
✅ Technical writing & academic research: compliance & funder formatting
✅ Grant research & prospect list: USAID, NIH, NSF, SBIR/STTR, EU programs
✅ Nonprofit organization strategy, fundraising & crowdfunding guidance
✅ Project management: deadline tracking & post-award reporting
✅ Editing & proofreading, content writing & business writing
My M.Sc. in Marketing gives me a rare edge, I understand funder psychology and craft narratives that win.
Ready to get funded? Let's talk.
Grant Writing
Budget Proposal
Grant Research & Prospect List
Grant Application
Proposal Writing
Grant Proposal
Nonprofit Organization
Capital Grant
Budget Management
Fundraising
Letter of Inquiry
Grant Evaluation Plan
Business Plan
Business Plan Writing
Letter of Support
Grant Objectives & Methodology
Grant Writing Consultation
Letter of Intent
Project Proposal
Religious, Charitable & Nonprofit
Daniel Blessing A.
Akure, Nigeria
$10/hr
5.0
3 jobs
⭐⭐Believe me, I get it. You work hard to keep every part of your business running well. Your main job should be to boost sales and grow your business, not get bogged down with finding grants, writing proposals, or making business plans. And let's not forget how important it is to save time and money. That's where I come in. I specialize in grant research and proposal writing, and I'm really good at planning for businesses. My skills are all about making your life easier. I'm here to take the load off and do a great job, by helping you secure your next grant funding for your small, medium or large scale business all while keeping things affordable and efficient for you.
⭐⭐Imagine having a trusted partner who understands the intricacies of government procurement and fundraising, helping your organization secure the funding it deserves. With over 15 years of experience as a dedicated Federal Contracting Officer and Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE), I'm passionate about empowering mission-driven organizations like yours to thrive. Let's work together to navigate the complexities of funding and contracting, and unlock the resources you need to make a meaningful impact
⭐⭐I have supported organizations/projects in the UK, USA, Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Oceania and have been engaged with various thematic areas.
💎RFPs, RFQs, SBAs, NSF search and writing
💎Business Plan and Business Proposal Writing
💎Market Research
💎Pitch Decks and Investment Proposals
💎Grant Research, Grant Writing, and Grant Consultations
💎Comprehensive Market Research, Competitor Research, Business Valuation, SWOT analysis
💎Academic Writing, Editing, and Proofreading
💎Research Proposals, Thesis & Dissertation Writing and Editing
💎Content Writing, SEO, and Copywriting
💎Podcast and YouTube Script Writing
💎Technical Papers and Whitepaper Writing
💎Literature Review, Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
💎General Operating Grants
💎 Nonprofit & NGO Grant Development
💎 SBIR/STTR (Phase I & II – NSF, DoD, NIH)
💎 BAA Grant Submissions
💎 SBIR Resubmission Strategy
💎 Micro-Grant Applications
💎 Infrastructure & Workforce Grants
💎 STEP Export Grants
💎 NJHF & State-Level Grants
💎 Christian & Faith-Based Grants
💎 MBE Certifications & Supplier Diversity
💎 Government RFP & Confidential RFP Responses
💎 RFP Research, Writing & Submissions
💎 Business Proposals & Technical Proposals
💎 Budget Development & Cost Justification
💎 Letter of Intent (LOI) Writing
💎 Compliance Consulting
💎 Grant Execution & Reporting
💎 Grant Management & Post-Award Compliance
💎 Patent & Competitor Research (SBIR support)
💎Grant writing, grant proposal writing, grant writer, grant proposal, grant funding, grant making, nonprofit grants, foundation grants, government grants, grant research
As a seasoned expert in grant writing and government contracting, I'm passionate about helping nonprofits and businesses like yours secure the funding they need to make a meaningful impact.
Grant & RFP Strategy Consultant | SBIR/STTR | DoD/NSF | Nonprofit Grants | Government Proposal Writer | MBE & Compliance Expert
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Research || Academic papers || Dissertations || Manuscripts || Presentations || Academic Research || Academic writings || Retrospective study
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