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14 people are interested
Immediate Opening: Researcher and Proposal/Grant Writer Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Rainforest Partnership
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14 people are interested
Rainforest Partnership (RP), based in Austin, Texas is an international nonprofit organization whose mission is to protect and regenerate tropical rainforests by working with the people of the forests to develop sustainable livelihoods that empower and respect both people and nature.
Tropical rainforests are the oldest and most complex land-based ecosystems on earth. By fostering collaborative partnerships directly with rainforest communities, and around the globe, we connect, create and leverage innovative opportunities to protect the forest.
We are looking for interested volunteer grant writers. The grant writer is primarily responsible for developing and writing grant proposals to foundations and other grant-making organizations. The grant writer with the support of office staff will assemble and submit grant requests, establish and maintain personal contact and relationships with foundation contacts, conduct prospect research, and maintain a calendar of submissions and other deadlines.The successful candidate will be able to craft funding proposals in a clear and compelling manner. Excellent writing, analytical, and research skills are essential. Candidates must be self-motivated, detail- oriented, and highly-organized, and have experience using online databases and other sources to locate biographical, financial, and philanthropic information. They should also be able to understand and work on budgets for proposals that would fit within the foundation's funding criteria.
What you will get from this opportunity:
- An ability to work in a growing international NGO with a unique model of working
- You will gain experience in International Development
- The experience to work in a position of real responsibility
- An ability to own your designated work portfolio, and learn hands on project management, time management, ability to collaborate with highly skilled staff and volunteers
- Work in a fun, high energy, positive, collaborative and diverse work environment
If this position interests you, please send a copy of your resume to info@rainforestpartnership.org. We look forward to hearing from you!
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About Rainforest Partnership
Location:
P.O. Box 49268, Austin, TX 78765, US
Mission Statement
Rainforest Partnership protects, stabilizes and restores tropical rainforests by partnering with local and indigenous communities as guardians and economic participants while renewing harmony between people and nature.
Description
We are an international nonprofit organization based in Austin, TX, with a highly diverse, collaborative, and supportive team on the ground in rainforests and working remotely across the globe. We’re thrilled that you’ve come to check out our open positions. We keep this page updated with all of our current volunteer and internship opportunities.
Our organization welcomes anyone who shares our determination and passion. Even if our current postings don't align perfectly with what you are looking for, we encourage you to apply or email us with any questions you might have. Regardless of your interests and skills, there's a place for you to support rainforests, vital ecosystems for our planet's health.
Should you be serious about doing the important work our rainforests need from us, we will continuously challenge your skills and push you to grow professionally through real-world conservation projects, initiatives, and responsibilities.
What difference do you want to make for rainforests? We look forward to hearing from you! Be the catalyst for change with us!
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
April 9, 2018
SKILLS
- Grant Writing / Research
- Fundraising
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum of 5-10 hours a week