Grants Manager/Writer, National Center for the Elimination of Educational Disparities (NCEED)

Posting SummaryJob Title Grants Manager/Writer, National Center for the Elimination of Educational Disparities (NCEED) Division Divison of Academic Affairs Department School of Education & Urban Studies Work Status Full Time Position Category Staff FLSA Exempt Pay Range Exempt Salary Range $67,000 - $72,000 / year Fund Source State Support Job SummaryResponsible for overseeing the grant application process, writing some grants, supporting faculty in writing grants, ensuring compliance with funding requirements, and managing grant budgets and reporting. This role involves working closely with faculty, staff and external fundingagencies and individuals to secure and manage grant funding in support of the University’s mission and strategic goals. Will report directly to the Director of NCEED.Job DutiesDuties & Responsibilities:Support faculty in the writing and submission of high-quality grant proposals, ensuring all application components meet the funder’s guidelines and deadlines.Write some grants that center related.Collaborate with faculty and staff to identify funding opportunities and develop proposals concepts.Prepare detailed budgets for grant proposals, ensuring accuracy and compliance with both institutional and sponsor policies.Oversee the management of grants, including budget tracking, reporting and ensuring compliance with all federal, state and institutional regulations including creating protocols for comprehensive grant management process and platform.Organize workshops and seminars to promote grant opportunities and best practices in grant writing.Prepare regular reports on grant writing performance for University leadership and stakeholders.Analyze grant writing data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement and resource development.Represent the University at meetings, conferences, and other events related to grant funding.Foster relationships with funding agencies, community partners and other stakeholders to enhance grant writing opportunities.Work collaboratively with other departments to align grant writing activities with the University’s strategic priorities when necessary.Ensure all grant writing activities are in compliance with University policies and funding agency requirements.Requested Minimum QualificationsEducationA Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited college or university is required.ExperienceA minimum of five (5) years of experience in granting writing, administration, and compliance is also required.Other Preferences for ConsiderationPreferencesA Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university is preferred.Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesExperience Required: Strong writing skills, knowledge of funding sources and regulations, excellent verbal communication skills, prior successful experience in government and private grant writing and research, proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines, strong analytical and organizational skills, proficiency in grant management software and Microsoft Office Suite, Google Drive, ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups of people, and willingness to engage in center resource advancement opportunities in person as well as virtually. Comfort with some travel in and out of state.