Grant Writer
1 month ago
Are you ready to join Western Canada’s leading environmental services team? At KBL, we specialize in delivering inspired environmental solutions across Environmental Projects and Consulting Services, Waste Facilities, and Transportation. As an emerging leader in the industry, we attribute our success to our exceptional team. Safety is our top priority, and we are guided by our core values of accountability, diligence, resourcefulness, and responsibility.
**We are looking to add a Grant Writer to our team**
**Position Title**: Grant Writer
**Reports to**:Director, Corporate Development
**Department**:Corporate Development
**Work Location**:Remote or any KBL office (Richmond, Calgary, Leduc, Winnipeg, Yellowknife, or Whitehorse)
**Position Summary**
**Duties and Responsibilities**
- Grant Research & Identification: Conduct comprehensive research to pinpoint grants from government agencies, private foundations, and industry sources that align with and support KBL’s initiatives.
- Proposal Development: Write, edit, and submit compelling grant proposals that encompass narrative content, detailed budgets, and all necessary documentation.
- Collaboration: Partner closely with project managers, finance, and executive teams to ensure grant proposals are strategically aligned with KBL’s goals and operational needs.
- Funding Strategy Support: Contribute to the formulation of long-term funding strategies that bolster KBL’s environmental projects and community outreach efforts.
- Reporting & Documentation: Guarantee the accurate completion and timely submission of all documentation and reports for awarded grants, ensuring adherence to all requirements.
**Physical Requirements**
- Long periods of sitting, data entry, computer work for extended periods. You are responsible to work in a safe and proper manner utilizing Workplace Ergonomics to avoid injury to oneself and to others.
**Work Environment**
- Work is primarily carried out indoors, but at times you may be required to go outside. Therefore, there can be exposure to extreme weather in the winter months. There can be exposure to dust, noise, mud, water, smoke, and bacteria.
**Qualifications**
- **Education**: A Bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies, Communications, English, Public Administration, or a related discipline is required.
- **Experience**: At least 3 years of grant writing experience, ideally within the environmental sector, with a demonstrated track record of successfully securing funding.
- Proven ability to conduct thorough research and identify viable funding opportunities.
- Excellent writing skills focused on clarity, precision, and the art of storytelling.
- Proficient in developing detailed budgets and comprehensive project plans.
- Excellent organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.
- Career opportunities - we are a growing company
- Professional development - learn from the best in the industry
- Competitive benefits package includes all the basics, including a health care spending account, wellness account, and matching RRSP.
- Managers who are held accountable for employee engagement.
- Flexible working environment and hours.
- Comfortable and modern workspace and amenities.
- Competitive pay that matches your experience and qualifications.
We welcome and encourage applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experience. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.