Position Title: Research Assistant
Status: Part-Time, Remote
Schedule: 10 hours/month (flexible, project-based)
Compensation: KES 5,000/month (contractor role)
Employment Type: Ongoing/Regular Engagement

Position Summary:
The Research Assistant supports the grant development process by identifying funding opportunities that align with the mission, programs, and capacity of assigned client organizations. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys online research, understands how to assess funder fit, and is motivated to support mission-driven work. The position is fully remote with flexible hours and room for growth as the company expands.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct online research to identify grant opportunities for nonprofit clients

Review funder guidelines to assess alignment with each client’s mission and program focus

Compile opportunities in shared trackers and include summary notes for each

Collaborate with the grant writing team to flag deadlines or promising leads

Perform other research-related tasks as needed

Qualifications:

1–2 years of experience in research, nonprofit, or administrative roles

Strong online research and reading comprehension skills

Ability to synthesize and summarize information clearly

Familiarity with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive)

Detail-oriented, organized, and able to meet monthly deadlines

Interest in fundraising, grant development, or the nonprofit sector is a plus

Open to entry-level applicants with a strong interest in research and learning

“Working with Grounded in Equity has been both empowering and enriching. I've grown both professionally and personally especially through the professional development opportunity. The work is purposeful, and I've felt deeply supported every step of the way.”
- E.N., Agency Support Specialist

“Working with Grounded in Equity LLC as an Assistant Grant Writer has been a deeply enriching experience. Under the guidance of the Principal Consultant, I’ve had the opportunity to support diverse organizations in navigating and managing the grant application process with clarity and impact. The agency’s commitment to equity and excellence has sharpened my writing, research, and project management skills in a meaningful way and I keep growing and evolving in that regard. Looking forward to making long lasting impact in this role.”

- V.O., Assistant Grant Writer