Proposal Grant Writer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Evaluate incoming RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs to decide which opportunities to pursue.

• Craft, revise, and deliver clear, compliant submissions within deadlines.

• Develop and upkeep a repository of approved responses, templates, and references.

• Collaborate across Sales, Marketing, and Product teams.

• Investigate funding sources that align with Wayfinder and partner objectives.

• Compose grant applications and funding narratives.

• Assist new partners in connecting Wayfinder to current funding opportunities.

• Manage relationships with cooperative purchasing organizations.

• Oversee contract renewals, reporting, fees, and compliance obligations.

• Aid Sales in utilizing co-op contracts to streamline the purchasing process.

• Identify new cooperative and state contract opportunities.

• Stay informed about pricing, packaging, and discount guidelines.

• Create precise quotes and pricing sections for proposals and bids.

• Highlight requests that need leadership approval.

• Support additional team requirements such as follow-up emails, one-pagers, and school board materials.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of three years of experience in writing proposals, grants, or other persuasive business content.

• Exceptional writing and editing abilities that clarify complex concepts in a warm, jargon-free manner.

• Knowledge of pricing, quoting, and contract terms.

• Strong project management capabilities and the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.

• Startup mentality: adaptable, resourceful, and proactive.

• Sales-oriented mindset with the ability to listen, understand district needs, and tailor responses accordingly.

• Comfortable collaborating with Sales, Marketing, and Product teams.

• Experience in K-12 education, edtech, or public-sector procurement (preferred).

• Background in managing cooperative purchasing contracts (preferred).

• Familiarity with proposal management software (preferred).

• APMP certification is a plus but not mandatory.

🏝️ Benefits

• 403b retirement savings plan.

• Parental leave and family-friendly flexibility.

• Unlimited paid time off (PTO) policy.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Monthly wellness stipend.

• Necessary hardware and software for the job.

• Regularly scheduled events, annual retreats, and celebrations.

• Opportunities for learning and development.

• Fully remote work with a flexible culture.

• Health insurance coverage.

• Monthly stipend.

• Office buildout stipend.

• Paid holidays.

• Paid time off.