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The CompanyAt 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 RoleReporting 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 SubmissionDrive 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 contributorsProject ManagementBias for actionDeadlines matterReporting and communication matterX-FactorHigh EQ, great written and oral communicatorDoes their best work on a deadlineWants to build a market leading productResults orientation - can always answer "so what" when they're doneMission driven for impact, cares about building something that can touch everyoneLifelong learning mentalityTeamplayerStrong critical thinking skillsMinimum QualificationsBA/BS in relevant fieldMA/JD/PhD preferred5+ relevant YOEDeeply motivated to help revitalize American infrastructure, enhance public safety and equity, and reduce emissionsDesirable QualificationsExperience in transportationExperience at a public agencyExperience presenting and speaking to large audiencesDemonstrated personal brand, with a track record of positions on matters of public policy/interestExperience at a product-focused technology companyPosition DescriptionPosition Type: Full-time, salariedLocation: Hybrid, based in Austin, TexasSponsored: NoEquity: EligibleBenefits: Unlimited PTO, 401K matching, medical, dental, vision, life insuranceTravel: 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.IndustryData Infrastructure and AnalyticsEmployment TypeFull-time

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