CPR-Grant writer /Board member

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Summary

Part-Time Grant Writer, Nonprofit Board Member & Podcast Host e2D World School | Heart Heroes Initiative (501c3) Job Type: Fixed-Price Contract Budget: $400/month (fixed) Duration: 1-month initial appointment, renewable based on performance Hours: Part-time, flexible schedule, fully remote Location: Worldwide — open to global applicants IDEAL CANDIDATE We are especially seeking university faculty — adjunct, part-time, or full-time professors — who are embedded in academic institutions and can serve as a bridge between our initiatives and their university. The ideal candidate will actively champion e2D World School and Heart Heroes within their institution, exploring partnership opportunities, curriculum integration, research collaboration, or campus-based programming. This role is a unique opportunity for a faculty member to: • Bring a globally-minded educational initiative to their campus community • Create interdisciplinary connections between Heart Heroes CPR/public health programming and their institution's health, education, or social impact departments • Develop grant proposals that could fund joint research, campus chapters, or student engagement programs • Represent the organization as a credible academic voice and thought leader on podcast platforms ABOUT THE ORGANIZATIONS e2D World School An emerging global educational platform committed to transforming how communities access innovation-driven, high-quality learning. Our mission is to build a world-class school ecosystem that transcends borders and empowers learners at every stage — with university partnerships at the heart of our growth strategy. Heart Heroes Initiative A 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a 3.6M+ community reach that has trained over 1,000 AHA-certified CPR providers. We believe every person deserves access to life-saving skills, and we are expanding our impact through education, advocacy, and community partnerships — including university-based CPR training programs. SCOPE OF WORK Grant Writing (Core Deliverable) • Research and identify 4 grant opportunities aligned with educational innovation, global learning, and/or public health/CPR training • Write and submit 4 complete, compelling grant proposals within the month • Align proposals to funder priorities, organizational mission, and outcome data • Prioritize funders open to university-community partnerships where applicable Board & Advisory Participation • Attend 4 virtual board/advisory meetings per month (scheduled in advance) • Contribute strategic perspective on fundraising, university outreach, and mission alignment • Serve as an institutional ambassador — actively connecting our work to your academic community Podcast & Media Engagement • Appear as a featured on-camera guest on our podcast to promote e2D World School and Heart Heroes • Support podcast guest outreach — identify, invite, and coordinate future guests, including academic and civic leaders • Assist with basic podcast production: scheduling, episode prep, and light audio/video editing MONTHLY DELIVERABLES Deliverable Quantity Status Grant proposals written & submitted 4 Required Board / advisory meetings attended 4 (twice weekly) Required Podcast guest appearance (on-camera) 1 Required University/campus outreach touchpoints Ongoing Strongly encouraged Podcast guest coordination & scheduling Ongoing As needed REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Essential: • University faculty experience (adjunct, visiting, or full-time professor preferred) • Proven grant writing experience, ideally in education, nonprofit, or public health sectors • Strong research skills for identifying and vetting funding opportunities • Excellent written communication — ability to translate mission into compelling narratives • Video presence and comfort on camera for podcast appearances • Interviewing skills — ability to engage guests naturally and draw out compelling stories • Podcast production skills: guest coordination, episode prep, and basic audio/video editing Preferred: • Academic or institutional connections that could benefit partnership development • Experience with AHA, CDC, HRSA, NSF, or education-focused foundation funders • Background in nonprofit governance or board-level advisory roles • Familiarity with global education, international development, or diaspora community initiatives COMPENSATION $400 fixed price for the full month of service. This is a part-time, project-based engagement with opportunity to extend and grow based on performance, institutional fit, and partnership outcomes. TO APPLY — INCLUDE IN YOUR PROPOSAL • Your current or most recent university affiliation and role • 2–3 grant proposal samples (funded grants preferred; education or health focus ideal) • Link to a podcast episode, interview, or on-camera sample you have hosted or appeared in • Brief description of how you could bring this initiative to your institution or academic network • Note on your availability for 4 virtual meetings per month • A short paragraph on why this mission resonates with you personally Fixed-price contract · $400/month · e2D World Bank LLC · Heart Heroes Initiative 501(c)(3) · Renewal based on performance

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  • Last viewed by client:2 weeks ago
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  • Invites sent:
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About the client
Member since May 18, 2016
  • United States
    Rosemount4:26 PM
  • $14K total spent
    29 hires, 4 active
  • 529 hours
  • Education
    Mid-sized company (10-99 people)

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