Grants Program Manager

Responsibilities

• Assist the Grants Unit Director with the management of multiple grant programs that support the strategic priorities of the AGO.
• Facilitate the initial request for grant proposals.
• Review grant application materials.
• Update program guidelines.
• Contract with grantees.
• Review programmatic and fiscal reports.
• Ensure timely and accurate disbursal of grant funds.
• Provide technical assistance to grantees.
• Ensure successful grantee program completion.
• Prepare evaluation reports.
• Other tasks as assigned by the Director.
• Occasional travel to grantee sites in Massachusetts may be required.

• A minimum of four years of experience in public sector/non-profit initiatives, program development, and/or grants management.
• Demonstrated commitment to public service.
• Ability to manage a portfolio of multiple programs independently.
• Financial competence in program budget oversight and payments coordination.
• Ability to oversee grantee reporting and coordinate grantee site visits.
• Experience synthesizing data and preparing program reports.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Practical experience using database or project management software.
• Ability to effectively engage with external parties and provide technical assistance to grantees.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in team environments.
• A self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and highly organized work style.
• Prior experience with federal grant programs, preferred.