GridMatrix
RFP & Grant Writer
GridMatrix, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
The Company
At GridMatrix, we are the market-leading builders of next-generation digital infrastructure. We're a fast growing startup working with cities globally, making them more efficient, safer, and sustainable. You can read more about our recent work in Bloomberg, the Associated Press, and Government Technology.
The Role
Reporting to the Director of Government Affair, The RFP/Grant Writer will be a key role in GridMatrix's Government Affairs Organization and support its most critical deliverables. As an RFP & Grant Writer, you will be responsible for crafting and communicating the impact a GridMatrix deployment can have in a community and how this impact supports each of these goals within the context of broader state, local, national, and global regulatory frameworks.
This is a hybrid remote/in-person role based in Austin, Texas. Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities:
Grant/Trade Missions/Accelerator Applications, RFPs Submission
Drive GridMatrix's applications for grants, to RFPs, Trade Missions, and accelerators, coordinating the process from origination to submission and leading a cross functional team of customers, partners, government relations firms, policy organizations, GridMatrix government affairs, and engineering contributors Project Management
Bias for action Deadlines matter Reporting and communication matter X-Factor
High EQ, great written and oral communicator Does their best work on a deadline Wants to build a market leading product Results orientation - can always answer "so what" when they're done Mission driven for impact, cares about building something that can touch everyone Lifelong learning mentality Teamplayer Strong critical thinking skills Minimum Qualifications
BA/BS in relevant field MA/JD/PhD preferred 5+ relevant YOE Deeply motivated to help revitalize American infrastructure, enhance public safety and equity, and reduce emissions Desirable Qualifications
Experience in transportation Experience at a public agency Experience presenting and speaking to large audiences Demonstrated personal brand, with a track record of positions on matters of public policy/interest Experience at a product-focused technology company Position Description
Position Type: Full-time, salaried Location: Hybrid, based in Austin, Texas Sponsored: No Equity: Eligible Benefits: Unlimited PTO, 401K matching, medical, dental, vision, life insurance Travel: Domestic & International 0-25% GridMatrix provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Industry
Data Infrastructure and Analytics
Employment Type
Full-time
At GridMatrix, we are the market-leading builders of next-generation digital infrastructure. We're a fast growing startup working with cities globally, making them more efficient, safer, and sustainable. You can read more about our recent work in Bloomberg, the Associated Press, and Government Technology.
The Role
Reporting to the Director of Government Affair, The RFP/Grant Writer will be a key role in GridMatrix's Government Affairs Organization and support its most critical deliverables. As an RFP & Grant Writer, you will be responsible for crafting and communicating the impact a GridMatrix deployment can have in a community and how this impact supports each of these goals within the context of broader state, local, national, and global regulatory frameworks.
This is a hybrid remote/in-person role based in Austin, Texas. Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities:
Grant/Trade Missions/Accelerator Applications, RFPs Submission
Drive GridMatrix's applications for grants, to RFPs, Trade Missions, and accelerators, coordinating the process from origination to submission and leading a cross functional team of customers, partners, government relations firms, policy organizations, GridMatrix government affairs, and engineering contributors Project Management
Bias for action Deadlines matter Reporting and communication matter X-Factor
High EQ, great written and oral communicator Does their best work on a deadline Wants to build a market leading product Results orientation - can always answer "so what" when they're done Mission driven for impact, cares about building something that can touch everyone Lifelong learning mentality Teamplayer Strong critical thinking skills Minimum Qualifications
BA/BS in relevant field MA/JD/PhD preferred 5+ relevant YOE Deeply motivated to help revitalize American infrastructure, enhance public safety and equity, and reduce emissions Desirable Qualifications
Experience in transportation Experience at a public agency Experience presenting and speaking to large audiences Demonstrated personal brand, with a track record of positions on matters of public policy/interest Experience at a product-focused technology company Position Description
Position Type: Full-time, salaried Location: Hybrid, based in Austin, Texas Sponsored: No Equity: Eligible Benefits: Unlimited PTO, 401K matching, medical, dental, vision, life insurance Travel: Domestic & International 0-25% GridMatrix provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Industry
Data Infrastructure and Analytics
Employment Type
Full-time