Senior Proposal Writer

Position Title: Sr. Proposal Writer

Location: Mohali/Delhi (Remote)

Position Type: Regular, Full-Time

Who we are:

At Roundglass, our primary goal is to make a positive impact on people's lives worldwide. We are constantly seeking individuals who share our passion for meaningful work and are driven by a sense of purpose. If you care about making a difference and want to be part of a team that values impactful work, we invite you to join us.

We have established Roundglass Giving, which encompasses various social impact initiatives like the Roundglass Foundation, Roundglass Sports, and Roundglass Sustain. These initiatives are dedicated to promoting wellbeing for communities and the planet.

At Roundglass Living, our mission is centered around helping individuals lead healthier and more fulfilling lives through the practice of holistic wellbeing. We achieve this by providing access to the best teachers, innovative tools for cultivating healthy habits, and scientifically backed resources. Through these offerings, we empower people to make lasting changes that enhance their overall health and wellbeing.

About the Role:

In this position with Roundglass Foundation, the proposal writer will be responsible for researching and finding funding opportunities for the organization, brainstorming with the team to formulate well thought-through concepts, and writing those down as polished proposals to learn grant money for existing or new program activities. The duties include researching opportunities, drafting grant requests, and submitting reports for approval within deadlines.

The proposal writer should work closely with the Foundation team to understand the details and nuances of the program, outcomes, and impact creation through communication. They should be able to weave the same into a storyline in a proposal for a specific donor.

What you'll do:

• The proposal writer should study and understand the vision, objectives, outcomes, growth, and financial needs of Roundglass Foundation.
• They should research grant opportunities from different sources, including institutional grants, CSR funding, government bodies, individual donors, etc.
• They should draft grant proposals and support documents based on the funding requirements of the organization
• Submit proposals to the Roundglass Foundation and fundraising team for approval.
• Respond to internal and external queries on drafted and submitted proposals.
• Maintain records and submit reports related to grant opportunities.
• Provide input on effective communication of Roundglass Foundation work, grants received, outcomes achieved, etc., on social media to reinforce its reputation.
• Take ownership of submitted proposals and proactively work towards successfully converting at least one grant RFP per quarter.

Skills and Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree with 5-8 years of relevant experience in writing CSR Program proposals.
• At least 4+ years prior experience as a proposal writer with a grant-seeking organization and history of submitting successful proposals.
• Knowledge or deep interest in the natural world, conservation, and sustainability.
• Ability to grasp and convey the nuances of the work at Roundglass Foundation.
• Prior knowledge of fundraising sources for biodiversity and conservation communication is desirable.
• Analytical thinker who is able to put together a structured proposal that conveys the program and its outcomes in a clear and engaging manner.
• Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and time-zones
• Strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines. Self-driven and motivated.
• Should be able to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally. Must possess the required computer skills such as proficiency in MS Word, PPT, and Excel, etc.