Position: Grant Writer
Location:
Remote
Category: Flexible, Part-time
Reports to: Grant Writer
Compensation: Fair Market Value, Equity-Based Compensation Model

Welcome to the forefront of transformational change. At SOULCHI, we are driven by a vision that blends virtues-based leadership, conscious growth, and a commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. As an equity-based startup team member, you're not just joining a team; you're embarking on a journey to shape a more harmonious and sustainable world. We believe that true progress stems from the fusion of innovation and values, and that's exactly what you'll find here – a dynamic environment where your talents will thrive, your ideas will flourish, and your impact will resonate far beyond. Join us in rewriting the narrative of leadership and making a lasting difference that echoes through generations.

Job Summary

The Grant Writer will identify, define, and establish communication channels to support existing and planned SOULCHI program activities. The selected candidate will have functional responsibility for the development and submission of proposals to funders (e.g.: non-profit, private, federal, state, or local entities). Administrative responsibility regarding post-award and grants management duties are additional components of this role, ensuring the completion and timely submission of deliverables to grantors. The individual will maintain a comprehensive understanding of the organization and seamlessly collaborate with team members within and across program areas. The Grant Writer will also remain knowledgeable of trends within the grant development discipline.

Job Summary

  • Meets regularly with team members to discuss funding needs and opportunities
  • Researches and identifies potential government, corporate, foundation, and private funding prospects that align with SOULCHI’s priorities
  • Develops and maintains a master file of prospective funders and grant opportunities
  • Works with appropriate personnel to research, develop, write, and submit Letters of Inquiry, concept papers, grant, and proposals
  • Consistent with SOULCHI’s policies and procedures, generates high-quality proposals, narratives, applications and supporting documents in response to solicitations, thoroughly addressing the funding entity’s requirements and guidelines
  • Develops and maintains a master file of pending grants and contracts
  • Coordinates and follows-up regarding the status of submitted proposals
  • Remains up to date regarding current issues (internal and external) that may impact existing grants or funding proposals
  • Communicates opportunities or challenges to immediate supervisor regarding awarded grants or funding submissions that may require presentation to SOULCHI leadership
  • Maintains confidentiality regarding information accessed during the completion of duties

Education, Experience & Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree required with advanced communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Self-directed and independent contributor within a team environment
  • Grant writing AND grants management experience (4 years)
  • Strong research capacity, able to identify and prioritize potential funding opportunities
  • Detailed knowledge of the grant development process, fundraising practices, budget development and grant/contract lifecycles
  • Successful record of securing major grants/contracts with certifiable references
  • Highly Desired: prior experience serving as a Team Lead within a recent grant development and grants management initiative

Equity-Based Compensation Opportunity:

As part of the SOULCHI team, you'll take part in our equity-based compensation model, aligning your success with the success of our business. After much research we have found the fairest equity model for a startup. We use the Slicing Pie model. First phase is equity-based only, which we are currently in. Equity calculations move dynamically based on your fair market rate and actual number of hours worked. In the second phase, which happens at the break-even point, the equity freezes at each member's current earned percentage and compensation switches to salary + benefits. Your equity percentage gets paid out annually as part of the profit sharing. This is more than a job; it's an opportunity to own a piece of the future.

We request you only apply for this position if you believe an equity-based model is the perfect fit for you. A more detailed explanation from the professor who created the model can be found on Youtube, "Pie Slicer Equity Split Software" by Slicing Pie.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and recognize that each individual has unique scheduling needs. As such, we offer flexibility in working hours for the Grant Writer role, with the opportunity to work anywhere between 15 to 40 hours per week, depending on the candidate's availability and suitability for the role.

Thank you for considering SOULCHI as your future employer.

How to Apply: To apply, please submit your resume detailing your alignment with our mission and the value you can bring to our team. Join our passionate team and be part of a transformative journey to spread virtues, create social impact, and contribute to a more loving and peaceful world. Together, we can harness the power of technology to bring the truth of oneness to the center of societies.