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Grants and Contracts Analyst

Dayton, OH · On-site

$50K/yr

Experience with writing, editing, and budgeting for proposal development and award management. * Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.

American Trim, LLC

$70 - $105/hr

Manage the release of post Award scope revisions from Quoting to the assigned Project Leader managing the active APQP Project and any impacted systems already initiated at Award. Manage Invoicing of ...

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What is an award manager?

Award Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing grants, contracts, or other types of awards within an organization, typically in academic, nonprofit, or research settings. They ensure compliance with funding agency requirements, manage budgets, and coordinate reporting and documentation. Award Managers work closely with principal investigators, finance teams, and sponsors to facilitate the successful administration of externally funded projects.

How does an award manager typically collaborate with program teams and stakeholders throughout the grant lifecycle?

Award Managers play a crucial role in the coordination between program teams, finance, and external stakeholders during the entire grant lifecycle. They ensure that all compliance requirements are met, manage reporting deadlines, and facilitate clear communication between departments to address any grant-related issues. Regular meetings and status updates are common, allowing Award Managers to proactively resolve potential challenges and maintain alignment with donor expectations. This collaborative approach not only helps in smooth project implementation but also supports accountability and transparency across the organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an award manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Award Manager, you need expertise in grant management, compliance, and budgeting, often supported by a degree in business administration, finance, or a related field. Familiarity with grant management systems (such as Salesforce or Fluxx), and knowledge of donor regulations and reporting requirements, is typically required. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help build successful partnerships and ensure accurate record-keeping. These competencies are essential for managing complex funding portfolios, maintaining compliance, and maximizing the impact of awarded resources.

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Manager - Grants & Funding

Holzer Health System

Gallipolis, OH • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago

Holzer Health System rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 39 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

499th of 891 rated healthcare providers

Job description

This position reports to the VP of Strategy & Marketing. The purpose of this position is to develop, validate, and present models to grow and manage grant funding for the Health System - including development of background data, creation of critical succinct and compelling written presentation for award funding and management of funded projects. Individual will seek, develop, manage, represent and promote the Health System in development of new and existing grant programs as well as manage the expansion and contraction of projects related to these grants to benefit the overall organization. Duties will include becoming the System expert in data reporting, service line needs, and be able to interpret and integrate outside data sources such as CMS, Press Ganey, and other purchased analytics to determine viability, opportunity, and plausibility of program from creation through implementation and ongoing outcome measurements. Additionally, the above knowledge will be leveraged to produce grant writing, application, presentation and award management. Position will require ability to balance and manage several projects simultaneously, under tight deadlines. Individual must be familiar with the Health System's programs, goals and financial needs by participating daily in system-related activities with respect to all aspects of the continuum of care. The manager will also be responsible for finding new opportunities, potential funding sources developing these relationships and formalize the application and award process. The manager will be organized and keep careful records, such as analysis with documented assumptions, gantt charts, benchmarks, and funding reconciliations, to track all proposals, grant denials, acceptances and implementations. This position may include additional duties, such as managing individuals without manager reporting responsibility, volunteers, or working with team members including board members and outside group executives with respect to fund-raising campaigns that promote the organization through public relations work. Grants and Funding Manager Page 2 The manager must be a competent, experienced professional that fulfills their role with little supervision while demonstrating growing skills and abilities, resulting in excelled practice autonomy.
Education and Work Experience
1. Degree in Business, Communications, Education, English, Finance or a similar major.
2. Five years+ relevant work experience, including time spent leading and developing projects, managing people, and developing and presenting complex business ideas.
3. Previous experience with non-profit fundraising.
4. Experience working in deadline-driven environments.

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