Education Grants Management Specialist

Inside Philanthropy; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Education is seeking a Grants Management Specialist to oversee discretionary grants across pre-award, award, post-award, and close-out activities.

You will help develop program requirements, formulate policies, and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to address issues and opportunities in education funding. This role requires ensuring proper administration of grant funds and cross-team collaboration to improve educational programs nationwide in a dynamic

Qualifications

• One year of experience at GS-07 level or equivalent in federal or non-federal service with grants or education programs.
• Ability to follow guidelines, program legislation, and directives.
• Knowledge of organizational and administrative principles for complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the administration and management of discretionary grants through all phases.
• Support development of program requirements and formulation of program policy.
• Engage internal and external stakeholders to gain insights for policy issues.
• Support review of program plans to ensure requirements are met and funds are managed.

Skills

Grants management

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Project planning

Job description

The U.S. Department of Education is seeking a Grants Management Specialist to oversee discretionary grants across pre-award, award, post-award, and close-out activities.

You will help develop program requirements, formulate policies, and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to address issues and opportunities in education funding. This role requires ensuring proper administration of grant funds and cross-team collaboration to improve educational programs nationwide in a dynamic