Grant Manager

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Position Summary:

The Grant Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of pre-award and post-award grant administration at the university. This role ensures compliance with university policies, funding agency regulations, and state laws. The Grant Manager plays a key role in budgeting, reporting, and monitoring grants, working closely with faculty, researchers, and administrative staff to support research and programmatic funding.

Key Responsibilities:

Pre-Award Responsibilities:

Assist faculty and researchers in identifying funding opportunities

Coordinate the preparation and submission of grant proposals with the help of grant writer

Review grant applications for compliance with agency and university guidelines

Develop proposal budgets and ensure accurate documentation

Liaise with funding agencies during the application process

Post-Award Responsibilities:

Monitor awarded grants to ensure funds are used appropriately and within budget

Prepare financial and narrative reports for internal and external stakeholders

Ensure compliance with sponsor regulations and university policies

Manage grant modifications, extensions, and closeouts

Coordinate audits and resolve issues related to funding

Administrative and Financial Oversight:

Efficiently explore and use grant management software, databases, and digital tools to oversee the full grant lifecycle, including application tracking, compliance monitoring, reporting schedules, and documentation management

Maintain up-to-date records of all grant transactions and documentation

Advise researchers and administrators on grant-related policies

Train and support departments in grant processes and financial management

Collaborate with finance and legal teams to support contracts and sub-awards

Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Education, Public Administration, or a related field.

Master's degree preferred.

Experience:

35 years of experience in grant administration or financial management, preferably in an academic or non-profit setting.

Core Competencies:

Essential and non-negotiable skills for this position:

Strong knowledge state and private grant regulations.

Excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills.

Proficient in financial software and grant management systems

Attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.

Knowledge of legal vetting and compliance.

To Apply:

Interested candidates may submit a cover letter, CV, and/or writing samples of successful grant proposals (if available) to [HIDDEN TEXT]