Consultant: Researcher and Editor

We are seeking a skilled researcher editor to help us translate ideas into concept notes, fundraising materials, and memos. This is a collaborative, iterative role and you will work closely with our team to develop the language, structure, and narrative that makes our work tangible to partners and funders.

This role is ideal for someone who is as comfortable: shaping a first-draft concept note from a conversation with a field expert; building out concepts from a list of bullet points through research and writing; and polishing existing pitch documents to align with best practices. 

This is a part-time hourly contract engagement. An hourly rate of $50-$100 will be set based on experience and expertise. The role is hybrid with a preference for proximity to our main office hubs (London, New York, Washington D.C., and San Francisco) but we are flexible around exceptional candidates.

Role and Responsibilities

Research

  • Conduct research to evaluate and validate ideas

  • Strengthen ideas and concepts by collating relevant data, analysis, and research

  • Flesh out ideas into more fully formed concept memos, blogs, or presentations  

Material Development

  • Develop and strengthen program and fund materials, based on conversations with leaders, which outline the problems, opportunity, theory of change,  and goal

  • Write and develop case studies and memos which articulate success stories, learnings, and best practices from existing programs and fund

Funder-Facing Materials

  • Draft and develop fundraising proposals tailored to specific foundation funders and their stated priorities

  • Review and edit existing program and fund materials to sharpen clarity and voice for a funder audience 

  • Ensure the narrative is consistent and compelling across different programs and funds

Key Qualifications

  • Exceptional ability to translate complex, technical,and nuanced ideas into clear, precise, and persuasive narratives and written materials 

  • A highly collaborative working style and comfort operating iteratively alongside a lean, fast-moving team

  • Strong ability to move from listening and context-gathering to a clear, structured draft

Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with scientific and technical domains

  • Familiarity with philanthropy 

Values

You will thrive within our team if you:

  • Have strong mission and vision alignment: You believe in the power of science, innovation, and technology to create a brighter future for all.

  • Exhibit high agency: You can move mountains and break perceived constraints.

  • Inspire others and are highly collaborative: You can motivate others to join your mission and goals. You understand the value of going further by working with others.

  • Value exceptional talent and the power of networks: You can spot or nurture exceptional talent and believe in the value of building networks and the power law of talent.

  • Are comfortable working in fast-moving and ambitious teams: You are not afraid of ambiguity and enjoy working at pace.

Diversity

We encourage anyone who is interested in this role to apply, regardless of whether you feel you meet 100% of the qualifications. The top candidates will bring their own unique perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds from a variety of industries along with many but not necessarily all the skills listed above.

Recruiting, hiring, mentoring, and retaining a diverse workforce is critical to our success. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 

Renaissance Philanthropy is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Next Steps

Apply here. The application will require you to share a brief note on your background and 2–3 samples of relevant writing. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

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