Grants & Funding Specialist (Project-Based)

ROI Holding is a multi-brand business group operating across employment, skills development, education, consulting, digital services, media, and investment. Through its companies and initiatives, ROI Holding works with private businesses, institutions, international partners, and individuals to create practical solutions for workforce development, innovation, and growth. The group includes ROI Academy (training and upskilling programmes), ROI Consulting (financial services), Sharp Group (digital marketing, branding, and technology services), Portali Alarm (digital media), Bond Investment, and other business and impact-oriented initiatives, and most recently ROI Hunting (recruitment and HR solutions). As ROI Holding continues to expand its work through grant-funded and donor-supported projects, we are looking to collaborate with an experienced Grants & Funding Specialist on a project-based basis, to support initiatives aligned with our strategic focus areas. This role is not full-time employment. We are looking for someone we can collaborate with on specific funding opportunities and projects, depending on calls, timelines, and pipeline needs. What you’ll do • Research and identify relevant grant and funding opportunities, with a strong focus on EU programmes, international donors, foundations, and institutional calls that align with ROI Holding’s work and strategic direction • Lead the preparation and drafting of grant applications and concept notes, ensuring clarity, coherence, and full compliance with donor requirements • Support partnership building and coordination with consortium partners, donors, and institutional stakeholders when needed • Contribute to project planning once funding is secured, including timelines, roles, deliverables, and internal coordination • Support narrative and financial reporting in line with donor rules and internal standards • Track donor trends, policy developments, and funding priorities related to employment, skills, education, and innovation • Provide concise updates and recommendations to management on funding opportunities, risks, and next steps What we’re looking for • At least 2 years of hands-on experience in grant research, proposal writing, or institutional fundraising • Solid understanding of EU funding instruments and/or international donor programmes (strong advantage) • Strong writing skills in English, with the ability to translate ideas into structured, persuasive proposals • Good grasp of project logic, basic budgeting, and donor compliance • Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and plug into a fast-moving team when needed • Comfortable working on a project or assignment basis rather than a fixed full-time role • A degree in Public Administration, Economics, International Relations, Management, or a related field is considered an advantage What we offer • Project-based collaboration with clear scopes and timelines • Exposure to multi-sector projects across education, employment, innovation, and workforce development • Flexible working arrangements • A practical, no-fluff working environment where ideas turn into action