Director of Pre and Post Grant Award Administration

Job Description Summary:

Job Description:

The Director, Grants leads the Pre and Post Grant Award process of the Moses Weitzman Health System, partnering with MWHS experts in development and philanthropy along with experts in clinical, programmatic, operational and research domains. The Director, Grants leads diverse teams focused on proposal development, pre and post award planning and monitoring, and strict financial accountability across a very broad portfolio spanning public and private grant-makers.  The Director, Grants works closely with the MWHS’ lead experts in strategic development in both the private and public sectors and supports their external development initiatives as well as the development of successful proposals initiative by internal research, programmatic, and clinical experts. The MWHS is the country’s first primary care health system and was built on the foundational principle that healthcare is a right, not a privilege. It is home to a nationally recognized research, education and policy institute, (Weitzman Institute) and is the parent company of  its founding member, the Community Health Center, Inc. (CHCI) as well as three other non-profit organizations the National Institute for Medical Assistant Advancement, ConferMED, and the Consortium for Advanced Practice Providers. The Director, Grants will have an outstanding track record as a senior leader across all elements of pre-and post-award grants management and significant experience working with research, programmatic and clinical experts in supporting their respective areas of research and practice. 

This individual is a leader in the organization, and as such plays a critical role in the current and future success or the organization. 

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• In coordination with the Chief Government and Public Sector Grants Officer and VP, Development, has responsibility for all activities necessary to generate, sustain and increase grant funding of the organization, and thus its ability to advance its work as America’s first primary care health system, and  achieve its strategic goals for healthcare quality, access and innovation, particularly for communities and population in need, while contributing to large scale improvements in the health of people and communities through research, training, education, and service..   
• Continuous oversight and further development and implementation of rigorous standards, policies and procedures to ensure successful achievement of programmatic and research goals, and full compliance with federal and state law and accounting principles.
• Outstanding writing, technical financial, and analytic skills are required, with the ability to take the lead on developing complex proposals as necessary and in collaboration with other grant team members, principal investigators, and program leaders.
• Responsible for the leadership, coaching, and supervision of a diverse team of grant professionals dedicated to the goals and expectations of the department and the organization.
• Collaborates closely executive and senior leadership team members of MWHS and its affiliates to identify new opportunities as well as create and advance opportunities for grant-funded impact.
• Maintains responsibility for monitoring, compliance and reporting requirements of all existing local, state, federal, corporate and foundation grants active as of current fiscal year.
• Support of direct reports in the production and submission of all final grant applications.
• Developing and maintaining a thorough working knowledge of the Grants Management System and ensure that appropriate documents and agreements are created and maintained
• Initiates, develops and maintains positive professional relationships with local, state, federal,, corporate and other current and potential funders.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Requires a minimum of a Master's degree in a relevant field, or an equivalent combination of training and experience, which will result in the required specialized knowledge and abilities to perform the assigned work.
• Must have a minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible leadership experience in relevant areas of grants administration; with at least five (5) years of those in supervisory/leadership role.  
• Prior experience working with multiple levels of government, corporate, and foundation funders.
• An understanding of key elements of successful proposal including needs assessments, narrative development, logic models and work plans, evaluation protocols and budget/budget narrative.
• Demonstrate team-oriented, collaborative management techniques to lead, motivate and manage teams and priorities in dynamic environment and adapt to change quickly and positively; and be able to allocate people, time and other resources to create and execute operating or project plans on time and within budget.
• Must have knowledge of federal, state, and funder regulations including the Uniform Guidance as promulgated by the Federal Office of Management and Budget.
• Must have solid analytical and problem-solving skills along with the ability to utilize the appropriate management techniques to plan, organize, control and coordinate activities.
• Must be able to manage priorities in a dynamic environment and adapt to change quickly and positively.
• Must demonstrate ability to be self-directed, as well as demonstrate excellent organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to work as a team member with peers, other managers, staff and senior leadership.
• Must possess good customer service and communications skills, the ability to work with professionals and maintain confidentiality standards.
• Requires the ability to read, write and speak effectively in English.

This Position is available for remote work.

Organization Information:

The Moses/Weitzman Health System is a global leader addressing challenges faced by organizations caring for the poor and diverse populations, and is home to programs focusing on education, research, and process improvement support for safety net providers. The system delivers primary care to more than 150,000 patients in Connecticut, and extends access to specialty care for more than 2.5 million individuals across the U.S. It is a national accrediting body for organizations training advanced practice providers, and offers accredited education and training for Medical Assistants in multiple states. As an incubator for new ideas in areas including social justice, the environment, and social determinants of health, the MWHS is addressing challenges faced by providers caring for underserved communities, creating innovative and impactful initiatives led by nationally and internationally recognized experts. As it forges pathways into the future of primary care, the MWHS honors Lillian Reba Moses (1924-2012), a granddaughter of slaves, and Gerard (Gerry) Weitzman (1938-1999), whose ancestors escaped pogroms in Eastern Europe. Their vision and commitment to justice and equity in healthcare is the foundation upon which the Moses/Weitzman Health System was built.

Time Type:

Full time