Grant Writer & Executive Assistant (Remote – Philippines)

About the role

This full‑time remote position combines grant writing, funding research, and executive assistance for the CEO and COO of a fast‑growing technology company serving the Canadian retail and payments market. The successful candidate will identify Canadian grant opportunities, prepare compelling applications, and keep senior leadership organized and focused on growth.

Key responsibilities

• Research Canadian government grants, funding programs, and business incentives.
• Identify and prioritize grants aligned with company growth plans.
• Prepare grant proposals, supporting documentation, and track deadlines.
• Maintain a pipeline of active and upcoming funding opportunities.
• Gather information from leadership for submissions and reporting.
• Manage calendars, meetings, and communications for the CEO and COO.
• Organize reports, presentations, and internal documents.
• Handle inbox management, business research, and special projects.
• Use AI tools and automation to streamline workflows and reduce manual effort.

Required profile

• Previous experience in grant writing, proposal development, or funding applications.
• Strong executive assistant or administrative support background.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple deadlines.
• Proactive, self‑managed, and trustworthy.
• Familiarity with Canadian grant programs is a strong advantage.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• ChatGPT and other AI productivity tools
• Workflow automation tools (e.g., Zapier, Power Automate)