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Washington, District of Columbia, United States What You Will Do Locate requests for proposals / funding opportunities that are relevant to the organisation. This includes targeted funding opportunities for investments in research and innovation, as well as funding that could unlock NewGlobe’s potential to serve additional communities (either in existing countries or in new countries). Attend networking events that are relevant to a specific funding round or call for proposals; this could include in-person kickoff meetings at DFID, or virtual events for other funders; in all cases, gathering key insights and circulating internally with stakeholders Plan, develop and write a range of grant applications - including for private, bilateral, and multilateral funding opportunities Spearhead project management for grant authoring, coordinating other relevant stakeholders who are required for a successful application (including Finance, key experts, and senior leaders) Collaborate with senior stakeholders across the organisation, in order to accurately describe key elements of the NewGlobe model, and also to solicit feedback on the most appropriate way to frame our approach to a given call Build a template library of modular descriptions of NewGlobe’s core product suite and methodology, working towards more efficient authoring of future applications Provide creative guidance for infographics and other visual collateral, to provide powerful imagery underscoring key NewGlobe systems and principles; the grant writer will provide the conceptual guidance, while NewGlobe’s Creative team will be responsible for the creation of the collateral itself Author technical communications like blogs and publications to capture NewGlobe initiatives relevant to the broader education policy discourse Navigate NewGlobe’s organisational structure, methodology, and track record - including its academic approach, technology ecosystem, and track record of impact Provide technical writing and review of project materials in a quick, efficient manner. Undertake ad hoc writing projects as necessary Other duties as required - including similar writing aimed at prospective partners What You Should Have A Bachelor’s degree in a social science, humanities, literature, writing, editing, copyediting, journalism, science communications, or similar field. A graduate degree in either an education or writing-related field is desirable. At least 2 years of work experience where grant-writing entailed a significant portion of the job responsibilities - preferably in the field of education or international development. Research skills, with a knowledge of active funders in education, EdTech, GenAI, and international development Successful track record of grant applications Experience managing projects - either as a dedicated role, or as a function of a role Creative vision - the ability to capture complex content and topics, and to illustrate these through prose and through visuals. Familiarity with quantitative research is a plus, but the ideal candidate should have —at least— a frank openness to learn more about it and develop some expertise in this area Outstanding skills in persuasive writing and the ability to present technical ideas in a concise manner for a nontechnical audience Superior written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail Proven ability to learn quickly and understand complex topics Familiarity with issues related to the education sector a plus Proven ability to work independently, as well as part of a team Proven ability to prioritise and organise own workload effectively and efficiently and meet deadlines. About the Role We are seeking a full-time Grants Writer to join our global team. We are looking for someone to lead on locating funding opportunities across various domains (including innovation, EdTech, and GenAI, alongside larger-scale bilateral and multilateral funding for programme implementation), and to author successful proposals to these funding calls. This person will also contribute to the long-term sustainability and efficiency of the application process; this includes building a library of templates and excerpts on different components of the NewGlobe, as well as leading on the design of visual collateral like diagrams, infographics, etc. Alongside funding and grant writing, this role will play an active role in NewGlobe’s technical communications - authoring blogs and publications on various initiatives relevant to the broader policy discourse. Values of Successful Employees at NewGlobe We are looking for new joiners who are energized by our mission and share our values. Detailed doers, creative problem-solvers , relentless advocates, malleable learners, data-driven decision-makers and curious investigators do well at NewGlobe. Learn more about our values and how to succeed as a job-seeker at NewGlobe on our LinkedIn page. What to Expect from the Interview Process We have a rigorous, merit based hiring process. The process is designed to simulate the essential parts of the job and introduce you to your role in the business should you join our team. Apply via our website. We will never ask for payment as part of the interview process and we are committed to a fair process free of discrimination based on gender, race, ethnicity, citizenship or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr NewGlobe

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