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Grants Consultant

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Creative Financial Staffing

2024-10-05 11:46:34

Job location Stamford, Connecticut, United States

Job type: fulltime

Job industry: Other

Job description



Grants Consultant

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Grants Consultant to join our team for a 6-12 month engagement. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing and allocating a significant grant fund of $30-40 million, which needs to be allocated for spend before the end of the year and utilized within the next two years.



Key Details

  • Rate: $40/hour
  • Duration: 6-12 month engagement
  • Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Location: 100% in-office in Stamford, CT


Primary Responsibilities

  • Utilize financial systems to run comprehensive reports on grant allocations and expenditures
  • Manage and oversee the grant lifecycle, from application to closure
  • Collaborate closely with 12 project managers and committee members to ensure efficient grant distribution and management
  • Assist in the strategic allocation of the $30-40 million grant fund
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant grant regulations and organizational policies
  • Prepare and present regular status reports to the Grant Officer and other stakeholders
  • Identify and implement process improvements in grant management procedures


Required Qualifications

  • Proven experience in grants management
  • Proficiency in using financial systems for reporting purposes
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration)


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Oracle financial systems
  • Advanced Excel skills, including proficiency in pivot tables and VLOOKUPS
  • Knowledge of federal, state, and private grant regulations
  • Master's degree in a related field


Additional Information

  • This position requires the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities
  • The successful candidate must be comfortable working in an in-office environment in Stamford, CT

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