160 Fifth Avenue
Full time
R0000742
POSITION SUMMARY
The Simons Foundation Temporary Grants Assistant is responsible for providing administrative support for pre- and post-award activities for their assigned portfolio of grants. They will support the process of contacting grantees and their administrators to obtain required reporting for the grants team, and in this position, they must be well versed in foundation policies and procedures. The Temporary Grants Assistant must foster good working relationships, both internally and externally. This temporary opportunity is expected to last until October 2021.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides administrative support Life Sciences, Simons Foundation Autism Research Initiative (SFARI) Clinical, Clinical Research Associates (CRA), Flatiron, Founders-Directed, Simons Foundation International (SFI) and Outreach & Education portfolios during staff maternity leave.
- Acts as a point of contact for applicants, grantees and institutional administrators.
- Supports the grant deliverable reminder, submission and review processes.
- Aids in the creation and maintenance of all program reports and award notifications
- Provides first-tier review of budgets, activations, financial statements and progress reports.
- Generates and prepares data for monthly reports, portfolio analyses and other required reports.
- Maintains RFA calendars
- Maintains electronic award records
- Assists grants team with grantee publication submission and archival processes
- Liaises with other departments in the foundation
- Performs any other duties or tasks as assigned or required
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Bachelor's degree
Experience
- 1-2 years of full-time administrative experience
- Previous experience in grants or in sponsored projects administration is ideal.
Related Skills & Other Requirements
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and task follow-through
- Sound judgment and discretion
- Ability to prioritize, multitask and meet competing deadlines.
- Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, specifically Word, Excel and Power Point.
- Knowledge of proposalCENTRAL or related award management system is a plus.
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS
- Please submit a resume and cover letter stating your interest in the position.
THE SIMONS FOUNDATION'S DIVERSITY COMMITMENT
Many of the greatest ideas and discoveries come from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds and experiences, and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment. The Simons Foundation actively seeks a diverse applicant pool and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under federal, state and local law.
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