Director, Grant Operations

2 months ago

Chicago, United States Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists Full time

Do you have expertise in contract compliance and budget management experience related to grant funded awards? Do you consider yourself a strong leader with the ability to manage and mentor team members on a large project?


If you answered yes, and are interested in joining an organization that is making a difference, this may be the position for you The Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists (ADCES) is currently searching for a Director, Grant Operations.

This position is responsible for overseeing strategic initiatives, directing daily operations, and deploying tactics to proactively meet compliance requirements and manage financial budgeting priorities pertaining to a multi-year funding opportunity that focuses on public health.


The Director, Grant Operations:


  • Manages the operations, administration and financial controls of the cooperative agreement life cycle to ensure compliance and adherence to legal and regulatory grant provisions.
  • Identifies opportunities to optimize grant workflow, ensuring quality of project work and timelines of project deliverables.
  • In collaboration with other department leaders and stakeholders, develops strategies and project plans that support operational and financial goals of grant initiative.
  • Supervises team members with responsibility for day-to-day logistics, messaging and communications strategies, and event planning activities.
  • Represents the Association at external partner and government agency meetings in a manner that reinforces ADCES’ image as a leader in diabetes education.


EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION


  • Bachelor’s Degree in a related field required (Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, etc). Advanced education in related area of study preferred.
  • Minimum of 5-7+ years applicable work experience, with demonstrated experience and knowledge in grant management, grant writing, and grant financial administration.
  • Must be experienced in grant funded awards compliance guidelines, activities and procedures.
  • Prior supervisory experience, minimum of 2-3 years required.
  • General business acumen required.
  • Prior experience in healthcare, education, and/or nonprofit organization(s).


ADCES offers a competitive compensation and benefit package, designed to attract, and retain qualified individuals able to deliver excellent service to our members and business partners.


Interested parties should visit our Careers page to review the full job description and are asked to send a resume and salary requirements when applying.


ADCES is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage and support diversity in our workforce.

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