Grant Administrator I

Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.

Responsible for the administrative research process for an assigned unit/department. This includes pre-award and post award administration activities of philanthropic agreements, such as grants and contracts awarded to the University. Advises Development Officers on the most effective ways to achieve an effective quality proposal and contract and coordinates a timely submission process, ensuring appropriate approvals. Provides compliance/oversight and provides ethical management of funds.

• Oversees the pre-award and post award administration of grants for an assigned unit/department.
• Provides guidance to department, college administrators, and faculty members on all fiscal and administrative grant related matters.
• Assists Development Officers with the development of external funding opportunities, including preparation of budget, budget modifications, and transfers. Reviews sponsor guidelines to ensure proposals have strict adherence
• Evaluates expenditures documents according to federal, state, university, and sponsor guidelines for grant allowability and appropriateness.
• Works closely with the Principal Investigators and the Office of Research and Economic Development to review all expenditures and ensures all projects closeouts are processed accordingly. Communicates with appropriate units to review all terminations, pending expenses and encumbrances before the completion of project.
• Serves as liaison with the Office of Research and Economic Development (ORED) and Advancement in the administration of grants.
• Works closely with the Office of General Counsel, DRS, Foundation Finance, Development Leadership in analyzing and reviewing philanthropic agreements.
• Interprets and implements procedures as they apply to assigned areas of responsibility. Provides recommendations on changes on policy/procedures as necessary.

Bachelor's degree and one (1) year of related experience; OR five (5) years of related experience ; OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.

• 2-4 years of nonprofit experience preferred (ideally in advancement)..
• Advanced systems skills, especially experience with donor and grantmaking software (Fluxx, Blackbaud) and Excel.
• Ability to implement effective workflow processes and procedures.

Administrative

Starting at $50,000 and commensurate with experience

Begin time: 8:30 AM
End time: 5:00 PM

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Prospective Employee

If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

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To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

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