R&D and Grants Writing Intern

Job Overview / Summary

Bai Academy is seeking a highly articulate and resourceful R&D and Grants Writing Intern. Your mission is to secure the future of our programs by identifying untapped funding streams. You will be responsible for mapping out the grant landscape, organizing a rigorous application calendar, and drafting the foundational narratives that tell the Bai Academy story to stakeholders and grantors.

• Grant Prospecting: Rigorously research government grants, private foundations, and corporate social responsibility (CSR) funding opportunities in Australia and the Philippines.
• Database Management: Build and maintain a centralized Google Sheets database of funding sources, tracking eligibility, deadlines, and requirements.
• Calendar Oversight: Create a long-term Grants Calendar to ensure the team never misses a submission window.
• Drafting & Templating: Develop "Master Grant Templates" and boilerplate content for common application questions (Company Mission, Impact Metrics, Project Goals).
• Visual Storytelling: Use Canva and PowerPoint to create compelling pitch decks or data visualizations to accompany grant submissions.

• Current Student: Preferably pursuing a degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Strong Writer: Ability to write persuasively, clearly, and professionally.
• Research Pro: Comfortable navigating complex government portals and dense eligibility documents.
• Tools: Proficient in Google Workspace, Canva, and PowerPoint.

• Narrative Building: The ability to turn data into a compelling story of community impact.
• Attention to Detail: Precision in following strict grant guidelines and word counts.
• Strategic Thinking: Identifying which grants align best with Bai Academy’s mission to maximize "win" probability.

• Location: Remote / Hybrid (as per Bai Academy's current policy).
• Hours: Flexible, typically 15–20 hours per week, depending on academic requirements.

• Technical Writing: Master the art of grant writing, a highly specialized and high-value skill in the non-profit and EdTech sectors.
• Strategic Planning: Understand how to align organizational goals with external funding priorities.
• Portfolio Development: Graduate with a portfolio of master templates and successful research dossiers.

Job Type: OJT (On the job training)

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cebu City ( 8V6X+FF2, General Maximo Ave, Cebu City, 6000 Cebu )