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Grant Manager / Grant Writer

Grant Manager / Grant Writer

ConfidentialSonipat, Sonipat / Sonepat, India
2 days ago
Job description

Job Title : Grant Manager

Department : Office of the Dean of Research, O.P. Jindal Global University

Location : Sonipat

Employment Type : Full-time

Position Summary :

The Grant Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of pre-award and post-award grant administration at the university. This role ensures compliance with university policies, funding agency regulations, and state laws. The Grant Manager plays a key role in budgeting, reporting, and monitoring grants, working closely with faculty, researchers, and administrative staff to support research and programmatic funding.

Key Responsibilities :

Pre-Award Responsibilities :

  • Assist faculty and researchers in identifying funding opportunities
  • Coordinate the preparation and submission of grant proposals with the help of grant writer
  • Review grant applications for compliance with agency and university guidelines
  • Develop proposal budgets and ensure accurate documentation
  • Liaise with funding agencies during the application process

Post-Award Responsibilities :

  • Monitor awarded grants to ensure funds are used appropriately and within budget
  • Prepare financial and narrative reports for internal and external stakeholders
  • Ensure compliance with sponsor regulations and university policies
  • Manage grant modifications, extensions, and closeouts
  • Coordinate audits and resolve issues related to funding
  • Administrative and Financial Oversight :

  • Efficiently explore and use grant management software, databases, and digital tools to oversee the full grant lifecycle, including application tracking, compliance monitoring, reporting schedules, and documentation management
  • Maintain up-to-date records of all grant transactions and documentation
  • Advise researchers and administrators on grant-related policies
  • Train and support departments in grant processes and financial management
  • Collaborate with finance and legal teams to support contracts and sub-awards
  • Qualifications : Education :

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Education, Public Administration, or a related field.
  • Master's degree preferred.
  • Experience :

  • 3–5 years of experience in grant administration or financial management, preferably in an academic or non-profit setting.
  • Core Competencies :

  • Essential and non-negotiable skills for this position : proactive mindset, strong time management, sharp focus, the ability to multi-task effectively, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and a collaborative team-player attitude.
  • Strong knowledge state and private grant regulations.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills.
  • Proficient in financial software and grant management systems
  • Attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of legal vetting and compliance.
  • Job Title : Grant Writer  [1 vacancy]

    Department : Office of the Dean of Research, O.P. Jindal Global University

    Location : Sonipat

    Employment Type : Full-time

    Position Summary :

    The Grant Writer is responsible for identifying funding opportunities and preparing compelling grant proposals to support research, academic programs, and policy initiatives largely in the social sciences discipline. Working closely with faculty, research centres, and university leadership, the Grant Writer will play a critical role in enhancing the university's research profile and securing external funding from national and international agencies.

    Key Responsibilities :

  • Proposal Writing & Development : Draft, edit, and finalize grant proposals in collaboration with social science faculty and researchers for submission to funding agencies such as ICSSR, UGC, DST, international NGOs, UN agencies, philanthropic foundations, and bilateral donors.
  • Funding Opportunity Identification : Monitor and disseminate relevant funding calls, tenders, and RFPs focused on social science disciplines including sociology, psychology, economics, political science, public policy, development studies, etc.
  • Faculty Support : Provide strategic input, editorial support, and guidance to faculty members and research teams in conceptualizing and developing grant proposals.
  • Post-Award Support : Support preparation of interim and final narrative reports for awarded projects in coordination with PIs and project staff.
  • Grant Database Management : Maintain a central repository of submitted proposals, successful grants, deadlines, reporting timelines, and donor correspondence.
  • Qualifications and Skills :

    Essential :

  • Master's degree in a social science discipline (e.g., Sociology, Political Science, Economics, Psychology, Development Studies, or related field); PhD preferred
  • At least 2–3 years of experience in grant writing, proposal development, or fundraising in the social science domain
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong command of academic and research language
  • Proven ability to write clearly, concisely, and persuasively for various audiences, especially funders and reviewers
  • Familiarity with major social science funding agencies (e.g., ICSSR, UNDP, Ford Foundation, IDRC, Welcome Trust)
  • Preferred :

  • Experience working in a university research office or academic setting
  • Understanding of current research trends and policy priorities in the social sciences
  • Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines
  • Proficiency with grant databases and project management tools
  • Some knowledge of legal vetting of the documents
  • Work Environment :

  • Office-based with a collaborative academic setting
  • Frequent interaction with faculty, research centres, administrators, and external stakeholders
  • Occasional travel may be required for conferences, workshops, or meetings with funders
  • Core Competencies :

  • Essential and non-negotiable skills for this position : proactive mindset, strong time management, sharp focus, the ability to multitask effectively, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and a collaborative team-player attitude.
  • Excellent organisational, communication, and analytical skills.
  • To Apply :

    Interested candidates may submit a cover letter, CV, and / or writing samples of successful grant proposals (if available) to [HIDDEN TEXT]

    Skills Required

    Proposal Development, grant writing, Financial Management, Financial Software, grant administration

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