We are offering a short term contract employment opportunity for a Grants Manager in the industry, located in the western suburbs of Chicago, Illinois. The successful candidate will be entrusted with overseeing compliance for a diverse portfolio of public grants and contracts, serving as a critical liaison between leadership, directors, and grant funding sources.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and ensure compliance for a portfolio of publicly funded grants and contracts.

• Serve as a liaison between various internal teams and grant funding sources.

• Provide direct support to the team, ensuring vouchers are submitted in a timely manner and in compliance with contract terms.

• Guide budget development and monitor grant and contractual compliance.

• Assist in voucher reconciliation, funder reporting, and contract progress.

• Create and maintain a comprehensive grant calendar for ongoing internal and external communication regarding progress and areas of improvement.

• Develop and implement organizational practices and processes for documenting grant information and activities, including audits.

• Review grant award packets in consultation with senior staff and provide expertise on grant compliance.

• Manage accounts and login credentials for government online portals/systems.

• Review grant proposals and agreements to understand the terms and conditions of the grant.

• Ensure that the use of grant funds is in compliance with the stipulations set forth by the grantor.

• Prepare schedules that include each grant life cycle, grantor, federal and local revenue, and all other pertinent information.