The University of Miami/UHealth Department of SCCC has an exciting opportunity for a Full-Time Sr. Manager, Sponsored Programs to work at the UHealth campus in Miami, Fl.  Remote or Hybrid opportunity.

CORE JOB SUMMARY                                                                                                                                                                                                   

The Sr. Manager, Sponsored Programs directs and oversees all administrative and financial aspects of the Sponsored Programs division at the assigned facilities. The Sr. Manager operates with the goals of increasing sponsored funding levels and the output of funding proposal, as well as maximizing the use and efficacy of existing research funding dollars. Further, the incumbent develops and implements policies and methods that further these goals.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS                                                                                                     

Identifies potential donors or sources of funding and plans outreach strategies. Participates in the development of grants applications and proposals. Schedules and oversees planning for special events that publicize the organization and its programs to the community. Trains, mentors, and supervises sponsored programs staff members, and prepares performance reports. Negotiates contractual provisions with potential partners. Develops and provides reports or documentation needed to secure and maintain funding and grants. Ensures that grants and contracts adhere to organizational standards. Acts as department expert and primary point of contact on funding issues and disputes. Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures. Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                                    

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Experience:

Minimum 7 years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Knowledge of business and management principles.
• Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate department operations.
• Ability to establish department goals, and objectives that support the strategic plan.
• Ability to effectively plan, delegate and/or supervise the work of others.
• Ability to lead, motivate, develop, and train others.