Proposal Writer

Who we are:

ICAST (International Center for Appropriate and Sustainable Technology) is a 501c3 nonprofit that delivers green upgrades to multifamily affordable housing (MFAH) properties to fight the affordable housing, climate change, and social equity crises. We motivate people to act, leading to results that foster local economic development, environmental stewardship, and social responsibility. By 2025, we aim to serve 100,000 LMI households annually, reduce their utility costs by $270 Million and Carbon emission by 1.5 million tons, create 2,000 sustainable jobs, and invest over $100 Million in local communities.

Our Work Environment:

Collaborative, entrepreneurial, fast paced, inclusive, work/life balance, established career paths for certain positions, opportunities to job shadow, flexible schedules, robust onboarding, and above all passion for what we do.

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Position Overview:

The Proposal Writer will be responsible for the research and writing of government, foundation and corporate grant requests on behalf of ICAST. Responsibilities include but are not limited to reviewing RFP’s as well as creating and submitting proposals for potential ICAST programs.

Requirements

Must Have Qualifications:

• 3 years proposal writing experience
• 2 years of federal grant writing experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to work with multiple writers, partners, and editors on a given project
• Technical writing ability, specifically experience in the renewable energy and energy efficiency space
• Ability to effectively communicate both written and verbally
• Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills
• Excellent research acumen
• Proficient w/ Microsoft suite of products (Excel, Outlook, Word, etc.)

Location: Remote in the U.S.A.

Reports to: Director of Business Development

Skill Level: Intermediate

Areas of Expertise: Proposal Writing, Grant Writing

Compensation: $60K + bonus / DOE

Key Responsibilities:

• Writing Grants
• Keep proposal team apprised of progress, pitfalls, timing delays, success in recruiting and aligning partners
• Identify potential grant opportunities through various government and nongovernmental information service
• Write and prepare proposals using the ICAST RFP checklist and process
• Build relationships with ICAST partners
• Update the business development proposal tracking sheet
• Conduct research and data collection

This Job Description is a guide listing the key responsibilities of the Job, not an all-inclusive list.   It will be reviewed and revised periodically by management to meet the changing needs of ICAST.

Benefits

• Company Health, Dental, and Life Insurance plan for the employee at no cost! (charges will be added for spouse and family coverage)
• Available Vision and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 403b Retirement Savings Plan available on day 1
• Unlimited PTO Policy!

ICAST is a qualifying employer for Federal public student loan forgiveness. Visit https://studentaid.gov/pslf/ for more details.

ICAST is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff and will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. We strive to create and maintain a working environment that is inclusive, equitable and welcoming regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disabled status. ICAST is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer!