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Grant application writing can often be a daunting task especially when it is not something you do on a daily basis. There are so many different avenues for funding, how and where you apply can be a maze that seems impossible to get through.  Despite this there is a way that you can prepare for grant application writing. In almost all grant applications typical questions are asked. Having some ideas on how to individually address each of these questions can make your task a whole lot easier. Let’s take a look at some of the typical questions grant writing applications ask. 1.  Organisation details Almost all grant writing  applications will ask for details of your organisation. These are the particulars that explain who you are, what your organisation does and who does it. Organisational details can include aspects such as: ·  staffing structure ·  the skill set and qualifications of staff ·  vision and goals ·  demographic of c...

So, you’ve spent the last six weeks searching employment websites and finally found the perfect job to apply for. You sit down to do the job application writing  and hit a brick wall before putting pen to paper. Writing a job application can be daunting. Thankfully, there are some simple key steps you can follow to ensure you complete a crackin’ job writing application. Let’s start at the beginning of the job application writing process:  1.  Introduction Job application writing is a little like writing a short story. You need to provide the potential employer with an introduction, middle and conclusion. The start of a job writing application is usually a cover letter. This letter should briefly let the employer know the position you are interested in, who you are and your qualifications. For example: “I wish to apply for the position of (insert position title) at (insert organisation name). I have qualifications/experience in (insert formal qualifications o...

The   tender writing  application process provides both short-term and long-term opportunities to businesses that may not have has access to previously or may not have thought possible for them. These tender writing applications need careful consideration, thought, planning and effort put into them in order to be successful. Businesses must understand that there is no gain in hand passing tender writing applications to an existing employee such as an administration assistant, media consultant or even a senior manager who does not have the skills to effectively write the tender application. Businesses must realise is that tender application writing is a craft that takes time and a multitude of skills. Tender application writing requires a particular type of person who has the necessary skills and abilities to create a document that addresses all the technical parts required. What are some of the qualities make up a successful tender application writer? Why should orga...