Grants Manager

Responsible for

• Identifying external funding opportunities aligned with institutional priorities, academic initiatives, and faculty research
• Assessing eligibility requirements at institutional, departmental, and faculty investigator levels
• Developing and submitting institutional and multi‑departmental grant proposals in collaboration with senior leadership
• Supporting for faculty proposal development from concept through submission
• Collaborating with academic administration and finance offices to develop compliant and sustainable grant budgets
• Managing proposal submissions, including internal reviews and approvals
• Monitoring awarded grants and preparing required reports and sponsor documentation
• Serving as a central resource for faculty and administrators on grant policies, procedures, and best practices

Role-Specific Knowledge / Experience

• Project management skills supporting both institutional and faculty‑led grants
• Ability to collaborate with senior leadership and academic administrators
• Understanding of the research and institutional grant lifecycle
• Analytical skills supporting appropriate use of funds and compliance
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills with faculty and administrators

Common Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Knowledge of federal, state, and private grant regulations
• Experience in higher education, nonprofit, or public‑sector grant environments
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and web‑based grant management systems

Qualifications