Grants Manager: Lead Grants Admin & Compliance

Simons Foundation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Simons Foundation is seeking a Grants Manager to oversee comprehensive grant administration for Mathematics and Physical Sciences. You will supervise a Grants Administrator and act as the main liaison for applicants and grantees, ensuring smooth RFA management and post-award activities.

You will work on-site in New York City, coordinating with program staff, reviewing budgets, and developing SOPs to improve workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 3+ years grants administration experience; 5+ years ideal.
• Supervisory/people-management experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Serve as main contact for applicants, grantees, and institutional admins.
• Supervise Grants Administrator(s) and respond to grant-related questions.
• Oversee RFA process from announcement to activation and closeout.
• Review budgets, issue award letters, and activate grants.
• Develop training materials and standard operating procedures for the dept.

Skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SmartSimple

SAM

Job description

The Simons Foundation is seeking a Grants Manager to oversee comprehensive grant administration for Mathematics and Physical Sciences. You will supervise a Grants Administrator and act as the main liaison for applicants and grantees, ensuring smooth RFA management and post-award activities.

You will work on-site in New York City, coordinating with program staff, reviewing budgets, and developing SOPs to improve workflows.