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Esmat Sahebdil
Senior Grant Writer
Toronto,Canada
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Summary
As an experienced senior grant writer, I have successfully secured a total of $4.5 million over the past five years for organizations that rely on hard-to-obtain funding to support their operations and services. With nine years of experience in the nonprofit and humanitarian sectors, I possess a deep understanding of grant development, program design, budgeting, and effective strategies that deliver measurable outcomes.
Overview
6
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Jane Alliance Neighbourhood Services (JANS)Canada, Toronto
Senior Grant Writer
09.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Successfully secured $1.7M in grants for various programs, including social justice projects, seniors programming,
youth initiatives, and food bank services. - Collaborated with relevant departments and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to gather information, analyze data,
and consolidate theproposal narrative with input from various parties. - Prospected new funding opportunities and developed compelling, high-quality grant proposals, Letters of Intent,
and Expressions of Interest.
PinnguaqCanada, Remote
Grant Writer
05.2021 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Secured over $1.4M in grants for Skills Development, Digital Literacy, and Lunar Rover Exploration for grades
8-12 through interactive VR technology - Built five high-ticket partnerships with renowned Canadian funding sources for supporting Pinnguaq's
programming. - Secured $1.3M in funding for Capital Stream projects to renovate Makerspaces and make them accessible to all clients in three locations in Ontario and two locations in Nunavut.
First WorkToronto, Canada
Grant Consultant
01.2018 - 09.2019
Job overview
- Developed winning grant applications, concept notes, letters of intent, and expressions of interest securing
$1.5M in funding. - Compiled data from various sources to create comprehensive reports on program activities and outcomes.
- Edited draft proposals before submission, ensuring accuracy of all content and adherence to guidelines provided by granting agencies.
- Developed and cultivated good relationships with potential and consistent donors to support funding objectives.
Education
George Brown CollegeToronto, ON
Postgraduate Certificates from Project Management
04.2021
University Overview
GPA: 3.7
George Brown CollegeDowntown Toronto
Postgraduate Certificates from Data Analytics For Business Decisions
04.2020
University Overview
GPA: 3.5
University of MinnesotaTwin Cities, Minnesota
Certificate of Completion from Public Policy Analysis and Administration
05.2017
University Overview
GPA: 3.4
Panjab University, Chandigarh
Master of Arts from Public Administration
06.2012
University Overview
GPA: 3.5
Skills
- Grant Writing and Research
- Budgeting and Planning
- Ideation and Conceptualization
- Project Design and Management
- Report Writing Skills
- Proposal Development
- Proposal Management
- External Team Collaboration
- Editing
- Grants Management
- Grants process
- Grant Applications
Certification
Project Management Professional (PMP): It is the world's leading project management certification. Now including predictive, agile and hybrid approaches, the PMP proves project leadership experience and expertise in any way of working.
Awards
Honors Graduate (2020-2021): The award is given each year to outstanding students with a CGPA above 3.5. Received an honor postgraduate certificate with a GPA above 3.7.
Dean’s Honors List ( 2020 - 2021) Got on the Dean’s honor list for academic accomplishment.
Humphrey Fellowship Award (2016-2017): One-year fellowship award valued at $50,000 to cover graduate courses, professional development, and travel costs for exchange events.
M.A, Public Administration from Panjab University, India (2010-2012): Won the prestigious Indian Council for Cultural Relations scholarship and graduated with first-degree M.A. in June 4, 2012
Affiliations
LOVE NATURE AND THE COUNTRYSIDE! I was fortunate to grow up in a village surrounded by the beauty of nature and abundant wildlife. The clear night skies were adorned with sparkling stars, making it a truly magical experience that I will always cherish.
References
References available upon request.
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Timeline
Senior Grant Writer
Jane Alliance Neighbourhood Services (JANS)
09.2022 - Current
Grant Writer
Pinnguaq
05.2021 - 08.2022
Grant Consultant
First Work
01.2018 - 09.2019
George Brown College
Postgraduate Certificates from Project Management
George Brown College
Postgraduate Certificates from Data Analytics For Business Decisions
University of Minnesota
Certificate of Completion from Public Policy Analysis and Administration
Panjab University, Chandigarh
Master of Arts from Public Administration
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