Senior Grant Specialist

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About The Position

Senior Grants Specialist ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster. As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers. As a Senior Grants Specialist at ICON, you will be responsible for overseeing grant processes, ensuring compliance, and provide expert guidance to support effective grant administration and strategic funding initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related discipline
• Extensive experience in grants management and administration, with a proven track record of managing complex grant processes and ensuring compliance.
• Deep understanding of grant regulations, donor requirements, and best practices in grant management.
• Exceptional analytical skills, with the ability to evaluate grant proposals, assess budgets, and provide strategic insights and recommendations.
• Proficiency in grants management software and financial reporting tools; experience with ERP systems is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders and team members.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple grants and priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with ERP systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Managing and overseeing all aspects of the grant lifecycle, including proposal review, award management, compliance monitoring, and reporting.
• Providing expert analysis and evaluation of grant proposals, budgets, and performance to ensure alignment with organizational goals and funding requirements.
• Ensuring adherence to grant regulations, donor requirements, and internal policies, and implementing best practices in grant management.
• Preparing and presenting comprehensive reports on grant performance, financial status, and compliance, and making recommendations for improvements.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including finance, program managers, and external partners, to support and optimize grant-related activities and initiatives.
• Staying informed about industry trends, funding opportunities, and regulatory changes to enhance grant management practices and inform strategic decision-making.
• Providing mentorship and training to junior staff and leading efforts to improve grant management processes and practices within the team.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
• Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
• Retirement and pension plans
• Life assurance and disability coverage
• Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
• Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior