Grant Writer/Editor
About Grantify
We are a dynamic generative AI start-up, which has swiftly grown from a 2-person founding team to a thriving workforce of over 100 in just 4 years, including a strategic expansion into the US market.
We specialise in simplifying the complex landscape of government grants and funding opportunities, with a proven track record of streamlining the process for time-strapped technology enterprises across various industries.
Having raised over $150m to date for our customers, our unique approach enables businesses to secure substantial government funding (up to seven figures) in significantly less time, surpassing industry norms by an impressive eightfold.
About the role
You are a skilled and motivated Writer and are seeking a remote-first role where you will play a crucial part in the impactful conversion of deals related to Grants and similar initiatives. Reporting to our Lead Consultant, you will contribute to Grantify’s mission of simplifying the funding process for businesses and creative ideas.
Responsibilities:
✨ Grant Review and Editing: - Assess and enhance grant proposals for accuracy, completeness, and compliance. - Edit proposals for clarity, persuasiveness, and alignment with grant guidelines.
🤝 Communication and Collaboration: - Work closely with applicants, gathering information and clarifying proposal details. - Collaborate with the Business Development Manager and team for comprehensive grant applications.
🌐 Quality Assurance: - Implement quality assurance processes for high-standard grant applications. - Provide constructive feedback to applicants for continuous improvement.
🔍 Research and Stay Informed: - Stay updated on industry trends, government guidelines, and funding opportunities. - Integrate new information into the grant review process to enhance Grantify's expertise.
📝 Documentation and Reporting: - Maintain detailed records of grant applications, reviews, and outcomes. - Generate reports on grant success rates and potential enhancements.
About You:
- Excellent command of the English language (both verbal and written)
- Interest in tech and innovation
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team and effectively with people at all levels in an organisation
- Interest in business, entrepreneurial, technical, or STEM-related content
- Ability to quickly understand and appreciate underlying business contexts, problems and objectives
- Outstanding personal motivation and time management with a hands-on, action-oriented approach
- Experience or exposure to public grants in the field of technology (desirable)
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, and project management software tools such as Basecamp, Trello or Monday.com (desirable)
The successful candidate will be US-based and must have the right to work in the US. We cannot offer the role to anyone living outside the US or anyone who requires sponsorship to work in the US.
Working Hours:
Eastern = 9am-5pm
Central = 8am-4pm
Mountain = 7am-3pm
Western = 6am-2pm
Perks & Benefits:
💸 Competitive Compensation: Competitive salary of $50k.
🌞 Generous Leave Allowance: 33 days annual leave (including state holidays).
🩺 Health and Wellbeing: Private medical insurance for your well-being.
💻 Work from Home Support: $1,500 setup budget for a comfortable and efficient workspace.
🎉Social Connectivity: Quarterly socials for camaraderie and shared experiences. We run a company-wide social. Last year we all went to Barcelona 😎
🤱Enhanced Parental Leave: Support during significant life moments.
Hiring Process
- Application
- Timed Writing Task (60mins)
- Task review
- Final Interview and role-play with a couple of members of our Grants team (30mins)
- Offer
The whole process usually takes about 3 weeks end to end, but we’re flexible and will do our best to accommodate timings that will work for you. As you progress through the stages, our Talent Acquisition Manager will share feedback and information on what to expect/prepare for. We aim to provide feedback and/or updates within 72 hours of each step.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
Grantify is an equal opportunity employer with teammates all around the world. We’re committed to building a company that embraces and celebrates diversity in all its forms and is truly welcoming and inclusive to all. We’re always looking for people from diverse backgrounds with unique perspectives and skills to join our team and encourage anyone interested to apply.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion or belief, colour, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy, veteran status, or disability status.