Tips for Entry
Check for job openings on some of the better known career sites such as Monster.com, Simplyhired.com and Indeed.com.
Grant writing seminars are helpful to learn skills for ascertaining what organizations want and how to effectively develop and write proposals. Applying for and winning grants for not-for-profit organizations will be good experience.
Start your career by searching for jobs as proposal writers. Get some experience and move up the career ladder.
While certification is voluntary, it may help give you the edge over other applicants.
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