Grants Manager

Job Title: Grants Manager

Position Summary:

The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (“the Foundation”) is seeking top talent for its Grants Manager positions. The Grants Managers are focused on supporting the core business of grantmaking and grants administration and play a critical role in the Research Operations department. The department has a unique vantage point across the organization as we partner with programmatic teams and collaborate closely with finance, technology, and various other departments to facilitate grantmaking, project and program management in support of the Foundation’s mission.

These roles oversee and manage a portfolio of grants and projects, acting as a primary liaison between internal staff and external stakeholders including researchers, universities, private-public partnerships, and multi-partner consortia. These positions are central to ensure high quality user experiences for the Foundation’s research community and efficient/effective grants and project administration.

The Foundation is hiring two Grants Managers to join the team. These are hybrid-flex positions that will require in-person attendance on a semi-regular basis at MJFF’s office in New York City.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Grants Management:

Manage the lifecycle of a grant, including award administration, reporting, modifications, terminations, and/or closures
Prepare all grant-related correspondence including agreements, payment schedules, and/or reporting requirements
Provide compliance-based review of budgets, financial statements, and expense and progress reports to ensure adherence to policies and procedures related to grantmaking
Maintain the integrity of systems of record to accurately track and communicate award progress in real-time (e.g. grants management system, internal fileshare, etc.)

Grantmaking:

Coordinate all pre-award activities associated with grantmaking, including (but not limited to) program launch, application submission, peer review, and public announcement(s) of funding decisions
Steward and support scientific and/or programmatic staff in the development and execution of the Foundation’s funding programs, including troubleshooting and problem-solving

Project Management:

Ensure the Foundation’s best practices and rigorous project management methods are employed in designing, developing, and/or executing internal projects
Leverage project management experience to support complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives
Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of the Foundation’s Strategic Research Agenda and related programs/respective portfolios
Coordinate and manage the Foundation's committees, working groups, and multi-partner consortia by working closely with internal and external collaborators to develop agendas, coordinate logistics, prepare materials for discussions, circulate minutes, chair meetings as needed, and support execution of follow-up items/next steps

Customer Service:

Proactively communicate foundation processes and procedures to grantees, applicants, and other external stakeholders
Liaise between internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth operational management of research grants and projects

General:

Serve as educator, trainer, and partner for new hires and existing colleagues
Routinely review and recommend best practices to improve workflow and systems efficiency
Contribute to operational planning discussions and annual planning processes

Qualifications and Skills:

Knowledge of grants management and managing a diverse grant portfolio
Knowledge of project management, operations, grants administration or combination thereof
Knowledge of grant management systems, comfortable utilizing multiple communication/collaboration tools, platforms, and project management software applications
Excellent time and meeting management skills, ability to prioritize work and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Exhibit exceptional attention to detail, considering how each detail contributes to the broader picture
Strong interpersonal and people management skills
Demonstrate the capability to work efficiently both autonomously and collaboratively as a valuable team member, including reporting to cross-functional managers
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Willingness to adapt when necessary; comfortable with ambiguity and flexible to changing business dynamics and priorities
Proficient with MS Office and other related tools

Salary and Benefits:

The salary range for this position is $70,000 - $80,000. In addition to salary, The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

15+ options for medical insurance (with MJFF paying 90 percent of the premiums)
Competitive dental and vision plans
401(k) plan with 6 percent employer contribution
Flexible spending accounts
Employer paid life and disability insurance
18 days Paid Time Off (PTO); 12 Well-Being (Sick) Days; 2 Personal Days; summer Fridays (office closure at 2pm) and a summer holiday week over July 4
Two ways of working: hybrid-flex, or remote work. We trust all employees to work closely with their manager and colleagues to determine when, where and how programs and projects get done.

Employees are also eligible for a discretionary bonus on an annual basis. MJFF provides staff and leadership cultivation through regular training courses and events.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter describing through examples, their specific qualifications and interest in the position. If you think that your skills are transferable and can add value to this role, please apply. Applicants who best match the position’s needs will be contacted.

About Us:
The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (MJFF) was founded in 2000 with one clear objective: accelerating meaningful therapeutic advances and, ultimately, a cure for Parkinson’s disease (PD). The Foundation applies extraordinary scientific, business and media assets to this singular focus—thus creating a unique and dynamic organization. Since inception, MJFF has quickly grown into the largest nonprofit funder of Parkinson’s disease research, having funded over $2 billion in research projects in both academic and industry labs worldwide.

Visit www.michaeljfox.org for more information.

Vaccination Statement

At The Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF), the health and safety of our team and our community is a priority. MJFF has made the decision to require all staff receive the COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment. Successful applicants for this position must be fully vaccinated by date of hire and proof of vaccine is required. Full vaccination is defined as two weeks after both doses of two-dose vaccine or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine has been administered. Anyone unable to be vaccinated, because of medical or religious reasons, can request a reasonable accommodation for consideration.

Research has shown that people from marginalized communities apply to roles only when they meet 100% of the job requirements. If you think that your skills are transferable and can add value to this role, and you are someone who will contribute to our efforts to build and support a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce, we strongly encourage you to apply.

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