Rolan Foundation is a not-for-profit organization established with a mandate to create a realistic, effective, and impactful difference in the lives of vulnerable and less-privileged persons living in urban, rural, and hard-to-reach communities in Nigeria. We achieve this through three-pronged approaches: Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Capacity Development, and Welfare.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Grant Writer

Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Hybrid

Job Summary

• Rolan Foundation is seeking a skilled and experienced grant Writer to join its Grants and Partnership unit.

Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will be responsible for developing compelling, fundable concepts and grant proposals aligned with the Foundation’s mission and strategic priorities.
• The role is hybrid and based in Ibadan branch, with close collaboration with the National Office and the National Grants Team.

Requirements

• This position requires a strategic thinker with a strong track record of securing grants for nonprofits and social enterprises.
• The applicant must be able to translate programmatic ideas into competitive funding proposals.
• The applicant must have a minimum of 5 years proven experience as a grant writer or fundraising professional.
• The candidate must have experience in writing proposals for foundations, international donors and development partners must have excellent research, analytical and storytelling skills; ability to work collaboratively across terms and manage multiple deadlines; familiarity with donor portals and grant submission systems; passion for social impact and mission driven work.

Application Closing Date
20th February, 2026.