Job Description

Associate- Research and Grant writing

Plastics For Change has developed an ethical sourcing platform to create sustainable livelihoods for the urban poor, while transitioning the industry towards a circular economy. Our deal process and mobile platform provides waste pickers with access to fair and consistent income opportunities.

Similar to fair trade agriculture, our platform creates transparency and accountability from the base of the supply chain to the store shelf. This results in more efficient shared-value chains and higher quality recycled plastic. We provide expertise to help catalyse brands and manufacturers to replace the use of virgin plastic with ethically sourced recycled plastic, thereby immediately improving the social and environmental impact of their products. For more information, please log on to our website http://www.plasticsforchange.org

Reports To: Manager - Grants and Partnerships

Location: Bengaluru

Job Description:

Plastics For Change is seeking an Associate specializing in Research and Grant Writing to join our dynamic team. This role is pivotal in supporting our mission to create positive social and environmental impact through innovative solutions in plastic waste management. The Associate will be responsible for conducting research, identifying grant opportunities, and preparing compelling grant proposals to secure funding for our projects and initiatives.

Duties and Key Responsibilities

1) Research:

• Conduct thorough research on topics

2) Grant Identification:

• Identify and assess potential grant opportunities from government agencies, foundations, corporations, and other funding sources.

• Monitor grant databases, funding announcements, and relevant publications to stay informed about available funding opportunities.

• Evaluate grant eligibility criteria, application requirements, and deadlines to determine strategic fit for Plastics For Change.

3) Grant Proposal Development:

• Work closely with the impact team to develop grant proposals that align with organizational priorities and funder expectations.

• Write compelling grant narratives, including project descriptions, objectives, methodologies, and outcomes.

• Ensure compliance with grant guidelines and requirements, including formatting, submission deadlines, and reporting obligations.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather necessary data, metrics, and supporting documents for grant applications.

Knowledge, Experience and Qualifications :

1. Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., English, Communications, Nonprofit Management) required; Master's degree preferred.

2. Proven experience in grant writing and grant management, with a successful track record of securing funding from government agencies, foundations, and other grant-making entities.

3. Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with the ability to craft compelling narratives and technical content for grant proposals.

4. Excellent research and analytical abilities, with the capacity to synthesize complex information into clear and concise proposals.

5. Familiarity with grant databases, online research tools, and grant management software (e.g., GrantHub, Submittable) preferred.

6. Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines with attention to detail.

7. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders and represent the organization professionally.

8. Commitment to our organization's mission, vision, and values, with a passion for making a positive impact in the community.

CTC : As per Industry Standards.

Disclaimer-

PFC is an equal employment opportunity for all employees and provides employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at PFC are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. PFC will not tolerate any kind of discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. PFC encourages applicants of all ages.

Email id to receive applications: hr@plasticsforchange.com

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