What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Grants Management position at Vibrant Emotional Health?
Job Title: Director of Grants Management
Department: Finance
Reports to: VP of Grants Management
Location: Hybrid-Flexed, 2 days in office in NYC
Salary Range: $125K - $144K*
*New hires are typically brought into the organization between the minimum to midpoint of the salary range posted depending on qualifications, internal equity, and the budgeted amount for the role.
Formerly the Mental Health Association of New York City (MHA-NYC), Vibrant Emotional Health’s groundbreaking solutions have delivered high quality services and support, when, where and how people need it for over 50 years. Through our state-of-the-art technology-enabled services, community wellness programs, and advocacy and education work, we are building a society in which emotional wellness can be a reality for everyone.
Position Overview:
The Director of Grants Management will play a key role in driving process improvements to streamline the management of government contracts and grants. This role will be instrumental in managing cash flow analysis, coordinating audits, and preparing annual contract budgets, all while fostering strong cross-departmental collaboration.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Support the oversight and implementation of process improvements within the grants management team to streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and promote accuracy, transparency, and timeliness. Play an active role in driving the successful execution of these changes across the team.
- Conduct strategic cash flow analysis and projections to support the effective management of funding resources.
- Collaborate with the Controller and Accounting team to serve as the primary point of contact for external audits related to funding contracts and as the grants management team's lead in annual organizational audits.
- Direct and manage the grants management team in the preparation of annual contract budgets, working closely with Program teams to align planned spending with contract deliverables and goals.
- Foster strong relationships between the Grants Management team and Program teams, supporting collaboration and ensuring effective communication across departments to meet funding contract objectives.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Familiarity with government funding portals, including NYC PASSport and NYS SFS.
- Experience with nonprofit accounting systems. Knowledge of Sage Intacct a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Ability to work well within a team environment.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
- Proven track record of building relationships with various stakeholders.
- Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure.
- Passion for Vibrant’s mission, passionate about improving the lives of others.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Master's degree preferred but not required, provided the required years of relevant experience listed below are met.
- At least 7-10 years of experience in nonprofit or government finance.
- A minimum of 5-7 years of experience managing government contracts, private funder agreements, and foundation grants.
- Prior supervisory and team leadership experience preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
- Will constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer
- Will frequently communicate over video calls with internal and external stakeholders to provide status updates and potential roadblocks
Excellent comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, supplemental income insurance, pre-tax transit/parking, pre-tax FSA for medical and dependent care, and 401K available. 4 weeks’ vacation, plum benefits, etc.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who come from a less traditional background. Vibrant will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who come from a less traditional background. Vibrant will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
Vibrant Emotional Health is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to veteran status, uniformed service member status, race, creed, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, caregiver status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Salary : $125,000 - $144,000
