Grant Writer - Europe

August 14

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Description

• This position has significant growth potential, and will provide the candidate a unique opportunity to leverage their proven grant writing and management skills to help develop an ambitious venture in an under-resourced part of the climate industry. • As detailed below, it is important for the applicant to not only have relevant experience and a strong skillset, but also to want to be part of a business that can deliver on this potential and fulfill the vision of CFS. • To that end, the applicant should be mission-driven, a self-starter, and highly capable of executing not only the day-to-day duties, but also capable of driving impactful initiatives throughout the development of the CFS enterprise. • In addition to traditional grant-writing duties, CFS is seeking a candidate who can proactively work with clients to refine projects and business strategies to increase likelihood of funding and overall success.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent) required; BA or BS in scientific/technical field preferred. Priority given to applicants with graduate degrees • Fluency in English required • Must have a minimum of six years of experience in a similar role e.g., grant writing, technical writing. Candidates with specific grant writing experience are strongly preferred • Advanced degree and/or extraordinary writing ability may reduce the length of similar experience required • Scientific and/or technical knowledge will be necessary to adequately engage the climate and technical subject areas • Good oral and written communication skills for working cooperatively with internal teams, clients, and external partners • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and G Suite, and have the ability to understand and utilize spreadsheet equations • Must have a proven record of maintaining schedules and hitting deadlines • Must be able to work independently and be self-motivated, while thriving in a startup company culture and fast-paced work environment • Cogent, compelling, and organized writing style, as well as outstanding grammar and research skills • Must have the equipment, technical ability, flexibility, and temperament required to work fully remotely with intercontinental teams and clients • Must be mission-driven and have a clear understanding of the importance of quickly and effectively addressing the climate crisis