Grant Administrator

NCAT•Greensboro, NC

11h

About The Position

The College of Science and Technology at North Carolina A&T State University invites applications for a Grant Administrator position. The Grant Administrator is a professional position within the College of Science and Technology and reports directly to the dean. The primary purpose of the Grant Administrator position is to act as the cornerstone for managing and overseeing grant-related activities within the College, ensuring the acquisition and effective utilization of grant funds in support of the organization’s strategic objectives. The Grants Administrator is responsible for overseeing financial and programmatic management, guaranteeing compliance with the grantors’ guidelines and regulations. This includes monitoring budgets, adjusting financial plans as needed, and ensuring the timely submission of financial and progress reports. A critical aspect of the role involves ensuring adherence to all grant compliance requirements by staying abreast of grantor policies, implementing effective internal controls for monitoring compliance, and managing all required reporting and documentation with precision and timeliness. This comprehensive approach to grants administration underscores the pivotal role the Grants Administrator plays in the fiscal health and programmatic success of the College, making it a key position that bridges the gap between potential funding sources and the organization’s long-term sustainability and growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or related business area; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of computers including the use of e-mail, e-mail attachments, internet, and electronic research administration including submission portals such as grants.gov and NSF Fastlane
Knowledge of federal, state, and university grant programs that support research, instruction and public service across disciplines and their submission process.
Working knowledge of Electronic Research Administration Systems
Working knowledge of financial systems

Responsibilities

managing and overseeing grant-related activities
ensuring the acquisition and effective utilization of grant funds
overseeing financial and programmatic management
guaranteeing compliance with the grantors’ guidelines and regulations
monitoring budgets
adjusting financial plans as needed
ensuring the timely submission of financial and progress reports
ensuring adherence to all grant compliance requirements by staying abreast of grantor policies
implementing effective internal controls for monitoring compliance
managing all required reporting and documentation with precision and timeliness