Grants Manager @ Lime | Simplify Jobs

Salary Range: 89000 to 164000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

Lime is the world’s largest shared electric vehicle company. We’re on a mission to build a future where transportation is shared, affordable and carbon-free. Our electric bikes and scooters have powered 400+ million rides in 250+ cities on 5 continents, replacing an estimated 100+ million car trips. Named a Time 100 Most Influential Company and Fast Company Brand That Matters, we achieved a fully profitable year in 2022, becoming the first in our industry to reach this milestone.

Join Lime’s government and grant funding initiative, which aims to help our cities and community partners access public and private resources for planning, infrastructure, and technology that accelerates the adoption of shared, affordable, safe, and carbon free transportation. Reporting to the Grants Director, the Grant Writer/Project Manager is responsible for writing compelling, persuasive, and effective proposals for public/non-profit/private grants. You will also be responsible for project managing the full lifecycle of competitive grants, from proposal development and submission to post-award reporting and compliance. You will work effectively and efficiently across departments, including government relations, product, operations, and other business units as needed.

The ideal candidate will have experience successfully writing and project managing high-quality, error-free applications for public/grant funding. You will have demonstrated experience building cross-functional transparent alignment with multiple teams, as well as excellent communication and presentation skills. We are looking for a process-based thinker, who is conscientious and highly organized with excellent problem-solving skills. The ability to adapt to different communication styles are required as well as an ability to work calmly and efficiently in a high-pressure environment to produce quality, error-free work.

What you’ll do

Write compelling, persuasive, and effective proposals for public/non-profit/private grants.
Project manage the full lifecycle of competitive grants, from proposal development and submission to post-award reporting and compliance.
Prepare draft budgets and compliance documents for review and approval by designated personnel.
Manage grants calendar to ensure compliance with grant cycle deadlines
Work effectively and efficiently with internal and external subject matter experts to secure material for applications and reporting.

About you:

5+ years experience with writing and project managing grant proposals (US Federal grants preferred)
Excellent project/grant management skills: ability to set goals, determine action steps and timelines, track compliance, document activities, and communicate effectively.
Superb writing and editing skills, with strong attention to detail and error free work.
Enthusiasm for creating and implementing SOPs and systems to scale work.
Ability to prioritize effectively and work simultaneously on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in grant budget preparation and management.

Preferred requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Urban Planning, Transportation Planning or Policy, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Proficiency in grant management software such as Salesforce or similar systems
Experience using a project management tool such as Airtable, Monday.com, Trello or similar systems

Equity and benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, depending on the position offered. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the candidate’s location of residence, the successful candidate’s skills, experience and other qualifications. In addition to base salary, some roles may be eligible for a variable bonus based on a combination of company performance, employee performance, and management discretion.

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Why Lime?

When you join Lime, you join a global community of smart, caring, talented individuals working together to deliver world-changing results; striving to create an experience that enables Limers to do their best work. Here are some ways we support and invest in our team:

Competitive salaries, performance-based annual bonus and pre-IPO equity

Health and wellness offerings for all team members starting day one including access to top-tier fitness and mindfulness apps

Flexible vacation policies with ample paid holidays tailored to country of residence

Fully-paid leave following the birth or adoption of a child and financial, medical and educational support for Limers pursuing parenthood

Support for retirement and financial goals with unlimited access to financial advisors

Unlimited, complimentary use of our vehicles in hundreds of cities around the world

Professional growth opportunities through quarterly learning days and top-tier tools

Opportunities to connect across teams and locations to network, socialize and volunteer

Culture of belonging with Employee Resource Groups that engage and promote cultural awareness and DEI training across all functions

Consistent recognition of great work through meaningful rewards and career advancements

Benefits and perks vary depending on the nature of your employment and country of residence. Terms and conditions may apply.

If you want to make an impact, Lime is the place for you. Not sure if you meet all the qualifications? If this role excites you we encourage you to apply. Explore all opportunities on our career page.

Lime is an Equal Opportunity Employer, but that’s just the start. We believe different perspectives help us grow and achieve more. That’s why we’re dedicated to hiring and developing the most talented and globally diverse team – which includes individuals with different backgrounds, abilities, identities and experiences. Applicants with disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can email [email protected] for assistance.

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