Location: Würzburg / Remote with attendance days

 

WeSort.AI GmbH is a high-tech start-up from Würzburg that is revolutionising recycling through artificial intelligence and thus making a significant contribution to the urgently needed circular economy. Our deep learning systems enable both granular analysis and sorting of e.g. electronic waste and various plastics. This year, we were one of six start-ups nationwide to receive the prestigious Gründerpreis plus from the Federal Ministry of Economics (BMWK) for our systems. In addition, the team is working on research projects with renowned partners such as Fraunhofer and Siemens to fight climate change and pollution of the oceans.

 

Our growing company is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Grant Manager to help us identify and secure government grants. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of grants management and will have excellent communication and organizational skills. 

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Tasks

Your challenges:​​​​

• Identifying and evaluating suitable funding programs and initiatives 

• Creation and submission of funding applications after detailed research and preparation 

• Creation, revision and optimization of business plans that clearly state our strategies and goals and demonstrate the potential and profitability of our projects 

• Assessing exploitation opportunities that help maximize the profitability and sustainability of our projects 

• Working with diverse teams to create coherent and powerful proposals that effectively tell our story and clearly present our goals 

• Creation, revision and optimization of business plans that clearly state our strategies and goals and demonstrate the potential and profitability of our projects 

• Maintaining relationships with funding institutions 

• Track and report status of grant applications 

• Maintaining a comprehensive database of funding opportunities and application status 

• Ensure that all reporting and documentation requirements are met 

• Develop strategies to maximize funding opportunities 

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Qualifications

What you bring:​​​​

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, public administration or a related field; Master's degree preferred 

• At least 3 years experience in applying for and managing government grants 

• Strong research, writing and organizational skills 

• Proven track record of securing grants 

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written 

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines 

• Knowledge of applicable government grant laws and regulations 

• Familiarity with MS Office and database management 

• Fluent in written and spoken German, knowledge of English is an advantage 

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Benefits

Why you should join the WeSort.AI team:​​​​

• You make a direct and significant contribution to protecting our planet and helping to create a world worth living in tomorrow 

• You are not a small cog in a large system, but can quickly take on a lot of responsibility in a growing team 

• Entry into the future fields of artificial intelligence and the circular economy with strong potential and plenty of room to experiment

• Depending on the work area, up to four days of home office per week with flexible working hours 

• Up to four weeks of complete remote work around the world possible 

• Modern, light-flooded office in the new 
  Hubland district in the middle of a large startup and high-tech ecosystem 

• You work in a positive and ambitious team, have a lot of fun at work and can develop very quickly 

• An above-average salary, no start-up salaries (depending on experience, position and role in the company) 

• Extensive induction program and active participation in shaping your professional future 

• Culture celebrated every day in the office, at home and at regular events 

• Modern work environment with top modern work equipment and powerful computers 

• Life-work integration through trust-based working hours, mobile working, time-out models 

• Targeted, individual development opportunities with a personal mentor as well as 
  subject-specific academies and e-learning courses 

• Updates at regular in-house workshops, conferences and weekly stand-ups 

• Relaxed commute with the discounted job ticket, a job bike and parking spaces right in front of the door 

• All-round care through extensive health services and a subsidy for old-age provision 

• Free coffee and canteen within walking distance with healthy food as well as vegan and vegetarian options 

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We can't wait for your application to jobs@wesort.ai

 

Do you have any questions or don't feel like writing a formal cover letter?

 

Simply call our contact person Johannes Laier directly, write him a Message to +49 931 73047398 or apply in 3 minutes with your LinkedIn.

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