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Grants Manager

New York Farm Viability Institute
Syracuse, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/14/2025

New York Farm Viability Institute (NYFVI) : Grant Manager

Job Description

The grant manager is a permanent, full-time, exempt position, to work closely with the program director, supporting NYFVI’s grant programs. This role will contribute to the development of the grant program’s Request for Proposals, and lead the organization’s oversight of the projects selected for funding including the contracting, approval, and reimbursement processes.

Additional responsibilities include :

  • Build strong relationships among key staff at ag organizations to ensure widespread awareness of grant opportunities.
  • Educating successful applicants regarding all reporting and documentation submission requirements.
  • As needed, represent the organization at industry conferences, meetings, and field days.
  • Support the Executive Director, Board of Directors, and other NYFVI staff in administrative and program activities as required. Perform other duties as assigned.

Characteristics of a Successful Candidate

Successful applicants will understand agriculture and agricultural practices; familiarity with NY agriculture is preferred.  Strong business management skills, a high level of proficiency in Excel and demonstrated ability to learn semi-custom online platforms are required. Experience in MS Word, PowerPoint, and virtual meeting tools is expected. Attention to detail and the ability to design and implement effective processes are critical to this role.

  • Applicants must be comfortable with the use of virtual meetings, able to work independently and as part of a team, and able to effectively represent NYFVI and its programs to external stakeholders in both written and verbal communications.
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships with co-workers and a variety of collaborators and stakeholders including farm and food business owners, consultants, educators, business leaders, and administrators.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of applicants, collaborators, and the public.
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
  • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, and percentages. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
  • 5-7 years of professional work experience is preferred.

    • Location and Travel

  • The role is based in Syracuse, with the possibility of remote work for the right candidate.
  • In-state travel to document the implementation of grant projects and support NYFVI activities will be required, this may include occasional overnight travel.
  • A valid driver’s license is required.
  • Applicants must reside in NYS and provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
  • Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

    • Compensation

  • Salary range : $68,500-$74,000.
  • Benefits : NYFVI offers a generous 401k plan, individual health care, dental, and vision coverage, long term disability and life insurance, paid sick leave, vacation, and holidays.  As a 501c3 organization, NYFVI is also a qualifying employer for the U.S. Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

    • How to Apply

    Please email a cover letter and resume to Aileen Randolph. jobs@nyfvi.org

    About the New York Farm Viability Institute

    NYFVI is a small nonprofit organization led by a volunteer board of farmers and supported by a small staff. It is funded primarily by New York State. The organization is now in its 20

    year of administering competitive research and educational grant programs to support NY farmers and the food system. Recently, the programs have expanded to include grants directly to farmers and food businesses.

    The New York Farm Viability Institute is an equal opportunity employer.

    Salary : $68,500 - $74,000

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