Grant specialist

The Grant Writer position provides an exciting opportunity to develop educational and instructional content for platform workers. The primary mission is to empower low-income communities by offering AI-enabled opportunities for earning and learning, aiming to create pathways out of poverty. Through a smartphone-based app, participants in India are connected to profitable gig-work opportunities to create and refine datasets for AI/ML models. We are currently looking for an experienced Content Writer who is dedicated to producing clear, contextual, relevant, and educational content that significantly impacts the lives of our participants. The ideal candidate should possess substantial experience in writing for audiences in rural India, understanding the specific challenges of creating content for individuals with limited secondary education. You will collaborate with various teams to generate content for training videos, in-app instructions, educational materials, and outreach materials. Emphasis will be placed on ensuring contextual relevance, inclusivity, accessibility, and clarity in the content creation process. This role involves traveling to remote areas in India (up to 20%) to gain a profound understanding of the target audience. If you are enthusiastic about immersing yourself in our work and establishing a cohesive and relatable voice for our participants, then this role is tailored for you! **Key Responsibilities:** - Develop clear, concise, and engaging content suitable for rural audiences with diverse educational backgrounds. - Collaborate with Research, Operations, Design, and Tech teams to produce instructional content for the app, including training videos, instructions, and onboarding materials. - Work closely with the Program Lead - Learn to create educational content across various domains, focusing on digital skill development. - Ensure all content is user-friendly and accommodates the limitations of low-grade smartphone UI. - Collaborate across multiple teams to maintain consistency in messaging and design across various content formats. - Travel to rural areas in India (up to 20%) to gather insights and adapt content accordingly. **Skills & Competencies:** - Must have proven experience (minimum 2+ years) in writing educational content for rural audiences in India. - Prior experience with non-profits or educational organizations is preferred. - Experience in UX writing for Indian language applications/platforms is an advantage with an understanding of content design tailored to audiences with limited schooling. - Proficiency in writing content optimized for smartphone usage. - Strong ability to communicate complex ideas simply and effectively. - Fluency in at least one Indian language is required; additional language skills are a plus. - Capable of working independently and collaboratively across different teams. - Familiarity with working directly with rural communities, understanding their context, language usage, and mindsets. - A self-motivated individual who takes full ownership of tasks and operates autonomously. The role requires a high level of responsibility and autonomy, seeking self-starters who are eager to learn and contribute.,