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Why NRDC-IE? Benefits Salary Transparency Values FAQs
Why NRDC-IE?
At NRDC-IE, we’re building a smarter, more efficient way to help organizations secure grant funding. Our industry experts play a vital role in shaping this success.
Through our innovative platform, experts are embedded directly into grant proposals based on alignment with project needs, sector, and specialty. You’ll gain visibility, credibility, and the opportunity to support mission-driven work at scale.
Experience the Benefits of 'Your' Expertise as your #1 Asset!
Strengthen Your Professional Portfolio
Enhance your resume with grant participation and expert contributions to funded initiatives while earning additional revenue - Doing Well!
Access Exclusive Opportunities
Get priority consideration for participation in NRDC-IE-funded programs and collaborations.
Make a Meaningful Impact
Contribute to securing resources that will drive economic and social progress for diverse organizations and initiatives.
Transparency Around Salary
How We Handle Compensation
We believe in fair, transparent pay for expert contributions. Rates are based on:
- Level of experience
- Type of service offered (e.g., strategy, writing, evaluation)
- Project size and complexity
- Time commitment
Most expert engagements range from $150–$175/hour, or $1,500–$10,000 per project. These ranges are published up front, and experts are able to negotiate within a published rate card during onboarding.
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Qualifications Sought
We are looking for individuals that will best support our efforts that are:
- Black (and Minority) Women that Have a demonstrated track record of expertise in a relevant field (7+ years preferred).
- Minority Leaders (Men and Women) that can provide thought leadership and data-driven insights to support funding applications.
- Minority Leaders (Men and Women) that have experience in supporting projects in our E3 focus areas: Environmental Sustainability, Economic Development, and Equity (including education, health, social services, justice, and arts/sports/entertainment).
- Leaders of SMEs and NPOs that are committed to advancing funding opportunities and supporting impactful initiatives.
- Leaders of SMEs and NPOs seeking additional revenue in moving one step forward towards reaching their Freedom$ # and owning their financial freedom.