Union County College
Grant Director
Union County College, Cranford, New Jersey, us, 07016
The Grant Director is a pivotal member of the Grants Office, responsible for spearheading the identification of funding opportunities, crafting compelling grant proposals, and managing grant deadlines. This role requires close collaboration with faculty, staff, external partners, and funding agencies to develop projects that advance the College’s mission and strategic goals.
Characteristics, Duties, and Responsibilities
Proposal Development: Partner with internal and external stakeholders to create competitive grant proposals that align with the College’s strategic objectives.
Funding Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact with federal, state, and private sector agencies to facilitate funding acquisition and maintain productive relationships.
Opportunity Research: Conduct thorough research to identify and evaluate potential funding sources from various government and private entities.
Proposal Support: Guide and support the grant proposal process, including budget development, narrative crafting, and adherence to submission requirements.
Compliance Oversight: Ensure grant activities comply with proposal terms and funding agency regulations. Monitor adherence to grant guidelines and project objectives.
Application Management: Prepare and submit all necessary documentation for funding applications, ensuring timely and accurate submissions with required approvals.
Regulatory Knowledge: Stay abreast of best practices, trends, and regulatory changes in grant management to ensure compliance and enhance grant success.
Team Coordination: Facilitate collaboration among interdisciplinary teams working on grant-funded projects, promoting effective communication and project alignment.
Representation: Represent the College at grant-related meetings, conferences, and workshops to build and maintain relationships with funding agencies and potential partners.
Training and Development: Work with external partners to organize training sessions for faculty and staff on grant writing, budget management, and compliance issues.
Procedure Development: Establish and refine internal procedures for managing pre- and post-grant activities to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Reporting: Prepare and submit programmatic and financial reports to grantors as required, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Communication: Notify stakeholders of successful grant applications and collaborate with College Relations to draft and distribute press releases.
Record Keeping: Maintain a comprehensive database of submitted proposals and awards, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
Impact Assessment: Track and evaluate the outcomes of grant-funded projects to inform future funding strategies and opportunities.
Reporting: Prepare and present quarterly and annual status reports summarizing Grants Office activities and achievements.
Project Updates: Regularly communicate project milestones and outcomes through meetings and reports.
Education Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in communications, business, administration, higher education or a related field.
Experience
Three to five years’ experience in grants writing and administration, with a proven track record of working with federal and state agencies.
Competencies and Skills Required
Demonstrated ability to write persuasive and goal-oriented grant proposals.
Strong project management skills with the capacity to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience collaborating with diverse groups.
In-depth knowledge of grant regulations and compliance requirements.
Proficiency in monitoring project progress and compiling detailed reports.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
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Characteristics, Duties, and Responsibilities
Proposal Development: Partner with internal and external stakeholders to create competitive grant proposals that align with the College’s strategic objectives.
Funding Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact with federal, state, and private sector agencies to facilitate funding acquisition and maintain productive relationships.
Opportunity Research: Conduct thorough research to identify and evaluate potential funding sources from various government and private entities.
Proposal Support: Guide and support the grant proposal process, including budget development, narrative crafting, and adherence to submission requirements.
Compliance Oversight: Ensure grant activities comply with proposal terms and funding agency regulations. Monitor adherence to grant guidelines and project objectives.
Application Management: Prepare and submit all necessary documentation for funding applications, ensuring timely and accurate submissions with required approvals.
Regulatory Knowledge: Stay abreast of best practices, trends, and regulatory changes in grant management to ensure compliance and enhance grant success.
Team Coordination: Facilitate collaboration among interdisciplinary teams working on grant-funded projects, promoting effective communication and project alignment.
Representation: Represent the College at grant-related meetings, conferences, and workshops to build and maintain relationships with funding agencies and potential partners.
Training and Development: Work with external partners to organize training sessions for faculty and staff on grant writing, budget management, and compliance issues.
Procedure Development: Establish and refine internal procedures for managing pre- and post-grant activities to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Reporting: Prepare and submit programmatic and financial reports to grantors as required, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Communication: Notify stakeholders of successful grant applications and collaborate with College Relations to draft and distribute press releases.
Record Keeping: Maintain a comprehensive database of submitted proposals and awards, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
Impact Assessment: Track and evaluate the outcomes of grant-funded projects to inform future funding strategies and opportunities.
Reporting: Prepare and present quarterly and annual status reports summarizing Grants Office activities and achievements.
Project Updates: Regularly communicate project milestones and outcomes through meetings and reports.
Education Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in communications, business, administration, higher education or a related field.
Experience
Three to five years’ experience in grants writing and administration, with a proven track record of working with federal and state agencies.
Competencies and Skills Required
Demonstrated ability to write persuasive and goal-oriented grant proposals.
Strong project management skills with the capacity to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience collaborating with diverse groups.
In-depth knowledge of grant regulations and compliance requirements.
Proficiency in monitoring project progress and compiling detailed reports.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
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