Job Description

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Reporting to the Manager, Grants & Proposals, this position will make a direct contribution to support the completion of major funding initiatives related to municipal, provincial, federal and industry sources. The successful candidate will work closely with other colleagues in Industry Solutions on improving the quality of proposals and reports to external stakeholders, particularly government agencies. The Grant Development Specialist will manage the writing process of proposals, tailored to the applied research and reskilling/upskilling areas prioritized at NAIT. The Grant Development Specialist will work with research and training leaders to improve the nuance of their communications in funding proposals and government reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage the process of proposal development to a complex variety of funding sources
Provide tailored technical editing and writing services to Industry Solutions\' portfolio of applied research (AR)
Assist in maintaining a database of funding opportunities
Identify new funding opportunities that are aligned with NAIT AR
Foster and maintain funder relationships
Help with the implementation of the internal grant approval and submission process
Edit proposals and report documents for logic, clarity, style, consistency, grammar, usage, and sense
Rewrite passages as necessary without changing the original meaning
Shape documents based on the specific area of research or reskilling/upskilling and the funder\'s guidelines
Maintain a calendar of submission deadlines and other important milestones
Maintain accurate records of grant and proposal applications
Skills & Abilities:
Superior writing skills and advanced knowledge of English grammar usage and editorial style guidelines for Tri-Council as well as Federal and Provincial Government funding and reporting
Strong and effective verbal communication skills
Solid foundation and clear understanding of applied research
Skilled in qualitative and qualitative research methodologies
Analytical skills to interpret data, information and objectives; identify patterns, concerns, issues, problems, needs, tendencies and relationships; formulate logical and objective conclusions; recognize alternatives and their implications
Proven experience as a manuscript/author\'s editor
Exemplary project management skills
Strong time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize effectively and to undertake multiple projects (editing and writing) simultaneously
Qualifications:
Undergraduate degree in (Science or Engineering Preferred)
3-5 years of practical experience in writing/editing research/academic prose, particularly in the social, life and physical sciences, and engineering
Equivalencies may be considered
Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS).
Remuneration: $76,198.20 - $102,002.42 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package. (Classification - Research Officer III).
This position is covered by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) Collective Agreement.
Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.
About NAIT
We are proud to have been named one of Alberta\'s Top Employers for 13 consecutive years. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT\'s culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability.
People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience. We offer focusing on health and wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth. In addition to excellent vacation time, we offer paid time off between Christmas and New Year\'s.
NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada.
NAIT is committed to fostering an environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our . We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work Canada. While we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, only those being considered will be contacted. If you require any accommodations, please connect with us at .
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