Funding Specialist (Remote)

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GrantMatch is an international financial services firm with more than 20 years of history. We leverage a deep body of knowledge spanning industries and jurisdictions across Canada and into the United States to proactively integrate government grants & incentives into our clients' overall funding strategies. Our comprehensive approach encompasses every aspect of the process to secure grant funding, including identification, application, and post-approval compliance. In our effort to simplify the complex world of government grants & incentives, we developed GrantMatchTM, an intuitive software platform that makes it easy to research, identify, and execute a winning funding strategy. And in early 2022, in exclusive partnership with RBC, we launched the GrantMatch HubTM, a do-it-yourself software platform which uses unique AI technology to uncover the top program matches for small- and medium-sized businesses. As a result of the sustained expansion of our Canadian practice, GrantMatch is currently seeking a Funding Specialist to join us remotely .

Overview of Role

As a Funding Specialist, you will foster strong relationships with clients, becoming their go-to resource for project funding. You will develop a strong foundational knowledge of government funding programs to strategically match identified client projects to appropriate funding opportunities. You will drive the information gathering process, developing a big picture approach while working synergistically with a Funding Analyst, who will take ownership of the writing process. Your work will span all industries, from food processing to aerospace, so while previous industry-specific knowledge is not required, the ability to research and become an expert in each client's area of business is a must. As a Funding Specialist, you will conduct the industry and market research required to ask the right questions, write about the project, and talk about the client's line of business with ease and confidence. The industry-specific knowledge you gain on the job will build on the extensive business experience you already possess.

Role Specific Responsibilities

• Foster strong relationships with assigned clients to facilitate the submission of grant applications
• Lead meetings with key client contacts, including senior level executives of major companies and technical employees (e.g. engineers) to gather project information (e.g. KPIs, quotes)
• Build and maintain an appropriate, realistic timeline for key deliverables for each project, keeping in mind program deadlines, client availability, and other ongoing projects
• Communicate with government representatives to fill in program-related knowledge gaps

• Research funding programs to strategically match client projects to funding opportunities
• Maintain ongoing communication with all clients regarding projects, applications, and new funding opportunities
• Calculate and write about key metrics to strengthen applications (e.g. payback period, ROI)
• Assist clients with grant submission process, communications with program representatives, and post-approval processes
• Maintain a positive working relationship with Funding Analysts and other colleagues, who each have a role in successfully fulfilling all client commitments and in securing grant money for clients and revenue for GrantMatch

Required Skills and Abilities

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a related field
• Project management experience

• Client relationship management experience
• Adept at interpreting financial statements, creating cash flow forecasts, and calculating KPIs
• Experience specific to securing grants for corporations is beneficial
• Strong communication skills, personable, able to build rapport with clients and colleagues
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy

• Intellectually curious continuous learner with a drive for constant expansion of knowledge base
• Self-motivated with a proven ability to work well under the pressure of strict deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team
• Proficient with Microsoft Office

Education

• Bachelor of Commerce preferred, but diplomas and other areas of study will be considered given the right professional experience

This is a unique role (no two projects are alike) with room for career growth. If you are passionate about business, committed to continual learning, and excited to build relationships with client companies, we look forward to hearing from you. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted, but we thank you for your application.

GrantMatch is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity and remains free from discrimination and harassment. We believe that by building our team on a foundation of diversity, equality, and inclusion, we can provide the best value to our clients.

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