Remote Grant Writer & Research Specialist

Remote Choice; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Remote Choice is seeking an experienced Grant Writer & Research Executive to join a busy, fully remote team. You will produce high-quality funding applications and conduct funding research to identify suitable opportunities for charitable organisations.

The role combines grant writing (60%) with research and opportunity matching (40%), using AI tools to improve efficiency while meeting strict deadlines. Applicants should be strong writers with keen attention to detail and independence in a

Qualifications

• Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills.
• Experience in grant writing, bid writing or fundraising is a plus.
• Ability to translate complex guidelines into clear, concise language.

Responsibilities

• Write clear, compelling grant applications from client information and funder requirements.
• Edit and proofread drafts to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Submit completed applications via online funding portals on time.
• Conduct research to identify funding opportunities and assess eligibility.
• Match opportunities to client organisations and manage multiple applications and deadlines.

Skills

Grant writing

Research

Editing

Attention to detail

Tools

AI tools

Funding portals

Remote collaboration tools

Job description

Remote Choice is seeking an experienced Grant Writer & Research Executive to join a busy, fully remote team. You will produce high-quality funding applications and conduct funding research to identify suitable opportunities for charitable organisations.

The role combines grant writing (60%) with research and opportunity matching (40%), using AI tools to improve efficiency while meeting strict deadlines. Applicants should be strong writers with keen attention to detail and independence in a