Technical Grant Writer

We are a British—Ukrainian air defence tech company building distributed systems across the frontline. Our products are mission-critical, deeply technical solutions that directly strengthen national security. We’re now seeking a Technical Grant Writer who can understand our technology, articulate its impact, and secure funding through high-quality grant applications. This role requires analytical thinking, precision, and strong ownership of the entire grant lifecycle.

Our core value is impact for Ukraine: we build technology that makes a real difference on the actual battlefield, not in labs or on paper specs. We operate with a deep-tech mindset, pushing new technologies where engineering rigor truly matters. We value ownership and responsibility—people who execute, deliver, and stand behind the results.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality grant applications: problem statements, technology descriptions, market analysis, and competitor research.
• Manage and support already submitted grant applications and ongoing grant projects through their lifecycle.
• Conduct competitive analysis and prepare SWOT assessments for our solutions.
• Proactively collaborate with engineering and product teams to collect technical inputs.
• Build project budgets and maintain basic financial tracking for grant activities.
• Prepare technical updates, progress reports, and presentations for grantors.
• Draft cooperation documents (including with military units) according to internal standards.
• Work daily with Google Docs, Sheets, Slides.
• Manage grant platforms, track deadlines, and ensure timely submissions.

Requirements

• Ability to clearly describe technological solutions, problem domains, and practical applications.
• Experience in market and competitor analysis; ability to prepare SWOT.
• Proactive communication skills and confidence working with technical experts.
• Experience preparing budgets and maintaining financial documentation for grants or projects.
• Background in preparing technical documentation and cooperation agreements.
• Strong skills in Google Docs/Sheets/Slides.
• English level B2+.

Nice to Have

• Technical background or experience working in tech companies.
• Experience managing grants (Brave1, Horizon, USAID, etc.).
• Understanding of defense or dual-use technologies, or readiness to learn quickly.

We Offer

• Meaningful work with direct impact on Ukraine’s air defence capabilities.
• Exposure to deep-tech engineering teams and innovative R&D processes.
• Professional growth in grant writing and grant management.
• Office in central Kyiv; hybrid format (priority for candidates who can work from the office when needed)