Senior Grants Specialist

ICON seeks a Senior Grants Specialist to oversee grant lifecycles, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide strategic guidance on funding initiatives. The role involves proposal review, budget analysis, performance reporting, and mentorship of junior staff across sponsor-dedicated models.

Responsibilities

• Manage complete grant lifecycle including proposal review, award management, and compliance monitoring
• Analyze and evaluate grant proposals, budgets, and performance against organizational and funding goals
• Ensure adherence to grant regulations, donor policies, and internal procedures
• Prepare and present comprehensive reports on grant performance, finances, and compliance status
• Mentor junior staff and lead process improvement initiatives within grant management team

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related discipline
• Extensive grants management and administration experience with proven compliance track record
• Deep knowledge of grant regulations, donor requirements, and best practices
• Exceptional analytical skills for proposal and budget evaluation
• Proficiency in grants management software and financial reporting tools
• Strong communication and stakeholder relationship skills
• Excellent organizational abilities managing multiple priorities