Grants & Contracts Program Manager

MACNY's Job Board; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

MACNY is seeking a Grant and Contract Administration Manager to lead the administration of grants and contracts across statewide partners. The role emphasizes strategic planning and operational execution, with collaboration across departments to maximize grant deliverables.

The ideal candidate will oversee budget workbooks, ensure compliance, manage contracts, and coordinate with legal, finance, and program teams to meet grant terms and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Proven nonprofit grant management and contract administration experience.
• Budgeting, financial reporting proficiency.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills.
• Solid understanding of compliance requirements for federal, state, and private funders.
• Ability to quickly learn projects and seekclarification as needed.
• Proficient with Office software and related tools.
• Strong relationship-building with internal and external partners.
• Experience working with legal entities on contracts.

Responsibilities

• Assemble internal budget workbooks and justify proposals.
• Ensure award documents meet compliance and policy standards.
• Oversee all administrative and financial aspects of awarded grants and contract performance.
• Manage contract documents such as subcontracts and amendments.
• Coordinate with program, finance, and legal teams to meet grant terms and policies.
• Analyze and resolve contract issues with applicable parties.
• Maintain records of all grant-related documents including financials.
• Track grant progress, milestones, and deliverables.

Skills

Grant management

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Project management

Organizational skills

Compliance knowledge

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Relationship building

Contract experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/public administration/accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe

Job description

MACNY is seeking a Grant and Contract Administration Manager to lead the administration of grants and contracts across statewide partners. The role emphasizes strategic planning and operational execution, with collaboration across departments to maximize grant deliverables.

The ideal candidate will oversee budget workbooks, ensure compliance, manage contracts, and coordinate with legal, finance, and program teams to meet grant terms and regulatory requirements.