Please read the Think and Ink Grants Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement: https://www.thinkandinkgrants.com/dei-statement. Think and Ink Grant Consulting is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. Candidates who identify as people of color, Native American, Asian/Pacific, male, people with disabilities, veterans, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and members of other underrepresented groups in the grant profession industry are strongly encouraged to apply.

About Think and Ink Grants 

Founded in 2016 in Atlanta, GA, Think and Ink Grant Consulting® (DBA Think and Ink Grants®) provides customized, practical, and real-world solutions to help nonprofit organizations “think” through effective grant-seeking strategies and “ink” competitive proposals. 

We specialize in grants supporting women, children, health, and education- the most vulnerable members of our society. Our clients include large 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with budgets of $2 million or more. Most of our clients are institutions of higher education, state and county government municipalities, and health organizations, including county and community health departments, mental health and behavioral health facilities, and more. Our team is dedicated to helping organizations across the country deepen community impact. 

Our newest initiative, Get.Grants.Better.® provides training, education, and discounted services to underserved small-sized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. 

We are proud to be home to really smart, driven, and passionate people whose life mission is to do good in the world. Think and Ink Grant Consulting® attracts and supports teammates who are: 

● Independent thinkers and self-starters 

● Highly driven and self-motivated 

● Passionate about changing the world 

● Thrive in a highly structured environment 

● Responsive and possess strong communication skills 

● Pay high attention to detail 

● Applies an organized approach to work 

● Adopts a positive, optimistic attitude 

● Works well with clients and fellow teammates 

● Have great work ethics and a commitment to succeed 

● Love to travel and work remotely to achieve work/life balance #YOLO

Yes, we think they are cool too. If this sounds like you, keep reading…..

Primary Function

Think and Ink Grant Consulting is seeking an individual with three or more years of marketing and business development experience to fill the role of a temp-to-hire Marketing and Business Development Officer. This person must be interested in marketing and creative activities such as social media, developing and deploying marketing materials, and executing sales calls. This position reports to and is managed by the CEO.

Role Description

The Marketing and Business Development Officer will be responsible for being the sales and marketing contact for our firm. Tasks include providing complimentary consultations for potential clients interested in learning more about our firm, creating sales and pitch decks, updating our website, and deploying sales campaigns via social media, our distribution lists, and more.  This role requires a combination of creative skills, communication skills, and people skills to effectively engage potential future clients.

Job Responsibilities

Marketing

• Approve social media posts sent for approval by our third-party marketing firm contracted by Think and Ink Grant Consulting®.
• Update our website www.thinkandinkgrants.com, and upload blog posts as needed.
• Support the collection of testimonials and client feedback to post publicly.
• Lead marketing and sales campaigns as needed.
• Support the launching of ad hoc marketing events.
• Create and send newsletters to distribution lists.

Business Development

• Conduct complimentary consultations for potential clients.
• Send proposals and answer questions as a follow-up complimentary consultation.
• Respond to requests for services received via phone calls and email.
• Design marketing materials as needed to support the sales process.
• Support the launch of new programming.
• Manage the entire sales process in our CRM.

Essential Skills

The Marketing and Business Development Officer must be strong in the following skills, abilities, or experience: 

• Highly organized with consistent attention to detail
• Prompt follow-up and provide project updates
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Team player that works well with others
• People person to effectively engage with potential clients
• Problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
• Creative skills to effectively create marketing materials 

Basic Qualifications

Education: High School diploma, Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred. 

Experience: Minimum of three (3) years experience in marketing or business development

Experience with or has the ability to learn the following systems and software: Microsoft Office, Google Drive, Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets), Canva, Adobe, Hubspot, TeamWork, and Better Proposals.

Please note that this job description is a general guideline and can vary based on the specific needs and requirements of our firm and CEO.  Additional duties may be assigned as required.

Preferred Qualifications 

Education: Master's Degree

Experience: Minimum of five (5) years experience in marketing or business development

Classification: This is a remote, 20-hours-per-week contract position.

Only selected candidates will be contacted.