Project Manager; Grants Management & Implementation Specialist Richmond, VA; Hybrid

Duration: 9+ months

Seeking for a Grants Management and Implementation Specialist to provide guidance and hands-on support in the design and implementation of grant management systems and business processes, industry best practices, and software solutions.

• Provide strong expertise and guidance to support department in implementing a pilot Grant Management platform.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in grant management practices and federal uniform guidance standards.
• Work with dedicated SMEs to assess current work processes and integrate them into the software platform.
• Develop and implement processes within grants management software.
• Assess and advise the agency on common/best practices related to grant applications, review, and contract agreements.
• Provide guidance on paying grantee invoices, grant accounting, and reporting using software platforms.
• Monitor grant expenditures and manage the grant close-out/de-programming process.
• Collaborate with staff and system vendors to improve workflows and processes.
• Develop materials to support system changes, policy and procedure changes, and training.
• Document all decision points and obtain necessary approvals.
• Update and oversee the development of policies and procedures on revised workflows.
• Provide weekly status updates and communicate any issues or risks identified.

• Expertise in grants management process life cycle - 10 Years
• Experience with enterprise-grade grants management software - 10 Years
• Public sector/government experience (local, federal, or state) - 5 Years
• Grant accounting, budgeting, and reporting experience - 10 Years
• Process improvement, change management, and project management experience - 15 Years
• Capacity to apply industry best practices impacting policies and procedures - 10 Years
• Adaptability to new systems and procedures - 10 Years
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented professional - 10 Years
• Effective oral and written communication skills - 15 Years

• Experience with Web Grants and/or Salesforce, or similar grant applications - 5 Years
• Knowledge of Virginia-specific platforms (e.g., Cardinal) and procurement requirements - 5 Years
• Federal grant requirements and multi-year capital improvement programs experience - 5 Years
• Background collaborating with cross-functional project teams within the public sector - 5 Years