Posted: Oct 29, ****
PT Copywriter - Grant Compliance Resource Guides
SRO Software Ltd - Dunboyne, Meath
business_center Contractor
Salary: $****** Hourly
Application Deadline: Oct 29, ****
Private Industry
About ProcurementExpress
ProcurementExpress is AI-powered audit readiness software for federally funded organizations (nonprofits, local governments, higher education institutions, and tribal entities).
Our platform updates compliance rules daily from the latest CFR, helping 764+ organizations manage $3B+ in funding with zero audit failures.
Our Mission: Transform audit preparation from 3 weeks of manual work to 4 hours of automated readiness.
Position Overview
We're seeking an experienced B2B/SaaS copywriter to create educational resource guides for grant compliance professionals.
These guides will serve as lead magnets, SEO content, and trust-building assets for finance directors and compliance officers managing federal grants.
Project Duration: 4 guides initially, with potential for ongoing content partnership
What You'll Write
Resource Guides (4 Initial Pieces)
Complete Guide to 2 CFR 200 Procurement Standards (15-minute read, ~3,500 words)
Federal procurement requirements and thresholds
Micro-purchases, simplified acquisition, sealed bidding
Best practices and common pitfalls
Single Audit Preparation Checklist (10-minute read, ~2,500 words)
Step-by-step preparation for organizations approaching $750K federal funding
Documentation requirements
Timeline and submission process
Budget Management for Multi-Grant Organizations (12-minute read, ~3,000 words)
Tracking spending across federal, state, and foundation funding
Cost allocation strategies
Budget vs. actual monitoring
Vendor Verification & Compliance (8-minute read, ~2,000 words)
How to verify suppliers aren't debarred
registration and search process
Maintaining compliant vendor relationships
Target Audience
You'll Be Writing For Five Distinct Segments
Audit-Weary Organizations - Have received findings in previous audits, need to prevent recurrence
Multi-Source Funded - Manage federal + state + foundation grants simultaneously
Single Audit Triggers - Just hit $1M federal funding threshold, facing first Single Audit
Lean Finance Teams - 2-3 person finance departments, resource-constrained
Volatile Funding - Concerned about regulatory changes and Executive Orders
Common Reader Profile
Finance Director, Grants Manager, or Executive Director at a nonprofit/government entity
Managing compliance without dedicated compliance staff
Stressed about audit findings and questioned costs
Looking for practical, actionable guidance
May not have formal accounting background
Writing Requirements
Style & Tone
Professional but approachable - You're a trusted advisor, not a textbook
Benefit-focused - Emphasize "how this helps you" over "what this is"
Confidence-building - Readers are often overwhelmed; guide them step-by-step
Conversational clarity - Technical topics explained simply
Technical Specifications
Reading Level: 5th-7th grade (Hemingway score 6-7)
Sentence Structure: Short sentences and paragraphs
Voice: Active voice throughout
Jargon: Only use industry-standard terms (2 CFR 200, Single Audit, )
Numbers: Specific and concrete ("$10,000 threshold" not "low amounts")
Content Structure
Scannable: Use headers, bullet points, numbered lists
Actionable: Every section should have clear takeaways
Example-driven: Include real-world scenarios and common situations
SEO-optimized: Natural keyword integration (we'll provide target keywords)
Brand Voice Guidelines
Use customer language: "contracts" for government funding, "grants" for foundation funding
Include specific proof points: "764+ organizations", "$85,000 average savings", "Zero overruns"
Avoid: Hyperbole, vague claims, marketing fluff
Embrace: Data, specificity, practical advice
What We're Looking For
Required Experience
3+ years writing B2B SaaS, fintech, or compliance-focused content
Portfolio demonstrating ability to explain complex topics clearly
Experience writing long-form educational content (2,000+ words)
SEO writing experience with natural keyword integration
Ability to research technical topics and distill insights
Bonus Qualifications
Background in nonprofit, government contracting, or grant management
Familiarity with federal compliance regulations (2 CFR 200, FAR, Single Audit)
Experience writing lead magnets that convert
Knowledge of accounting or financial management
Previous work with audit/compliance software companies
Skills & Attributes
Research prowess - Can quickly understand technical federal regulations
Interviewing ability - Comfortable interviewing subject matter experts
Clarity - Simplify complexity without dumbing down
Empathy - Understand reader pain points and anxieties
Deadline-oriented - Deliver on schedule without sacrificing quality
Our Process
Kickoff (Week 1)
Review guide outline and target keywords
Interview with ProcurementExpress compliance expert min)
Access to product for hands-on understanding
Review of existing customer questions/pain points
2. First Draft (Week 2-3)
Submit complete draft with research sources cited
Include suggestions for visuals/diagrams
Note any questions or areas needing SME review
Revision (Week 4)
Incorporate feedback from compliance team
Refine for clarity and readability (Hemingway score check)
Final polish and SEO optimization
Final Delivery
Final copy in Google Docs with comments enabled
Suggested meta description and title tags
List of related topics for internal linking
Timeline per guide: 3-4 weeks from kickoff to final delivery
What We Provide
Detailed brief with target audience, keywords, and learning objectives
Access to compliance expert for interviews and fact-checking
Customer quotes and real-world examples
Competitor content for reference (what to differentiate from)
Brand guidelines and voice documentation
Feedback within 48 hours of submission
Compensation & Terms
Per-guide rate: $1,*****,500 (based on length and complexity)
Payment schedule: 50% upon first draft submission, 50% upon final approval
Rights: ProcurementExpress retains full rights; you may include in portfolio with credit
Revisions: Up to 2 rounds included; additional rounds billed at 50% of hourly rate
Kill fee: 25% if project is cancelled after kickoff
How to Apply
Please Submit
Cover letter (max 300 words) addressing:
Why you're interested in writing about grant compliance
Your approach to making technical topics accessible
Which of the 4 guides you're most excited to write and why
Portfolio (3-5 relevant samples):
At least one long-form educational piece (2,000+ words)
At least one B2B/SaaS or compliance-related piece
Ideally: content written for finance/operations professionals
Writing test (optional but encouraged):
Write the opening 300 words for "Single Audit Preparation Checklist"
Target reader: Nonprofit finance director, organization just hit $1M federal funding
Include: Hook, why this matters, what they'll learn
Availability:
When can you start?
Can you commit to 3-4 week timeline per guide?
Questions?
We're happy to answer questions about the role, guides, or our audience.
Email with "Question - Copywriter Role" in the subject line.
ProcurementExpress is committed to building a diverse team.
We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those with lived experience in nonprofit, government, or grant-funded organizations.
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