The Federal Grants Manager oversees the administrative and fiscal management of federally funded awards across the full lifecycle—from proposal development and budget creation through post-award monitoring, reporting, and closeout. This role ensures compliance with Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), sponsor requirements, and university policies while supporting accurate financial reporting and alignment with programmatic outcomes. Working closely with principal investigators, administrators, and internal departments, the Grants Manager plays a key role in advancing research initiatives and maintaining operational excellence.
What You’ll Do- Lead the full lifecycle of federal grants, including prospecting, proposal development, submission, and closeout
- Collaborate with faculty and internal stakeholders to develop competitive strategies, compliant budgets, and program plans
- Monitor grant budgets, expenditures, and financial performance, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal standards
- Manage financial reporting, invoicing, and cash drawdowns in alignment with sponsor requirements
- Ensure audit readiness through strong documentation practices and adherence to all policies and deadlines
- Oversee subrecipient monitoring, including risk assessments, agreements, and performance tracking
- Drive process improvements, reporting tools, and training to strengthen grants management across the university
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, public administration, business, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
- 3–5 years of grant management experience, preferably in higher education or a similar environment
- Strong knowledge of Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), federal compliance standards, and audit practices
- Demonstrated expertise in budgeting, financial monitoring, reconciliation, and reporting
- Excellent written communication skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and support diverse stakeholder needs
- Authorization to work in the United States
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and approximately 20 paid holidays/breaks
- Tuition Waiver for employee, spouse, and eligible dependents after one year of employment
- Additional benefits to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, public administration, business, or related field
- Master's degree
- 3-5 years of grant management experience
- Experience in higher education or similar environment
- Strong knowledge of Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), federal compliance standards, and audit practices
- Demonstrated expertise in budgeting, financial monitoring, reconciliation, and reporting
- Experience with subrecipient monitoring, risk assessments, and agreements
- Excellent written communication skills with high accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong organizational and project management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Authorization to work in the United States
What We Do
Newman University is a private Catholic higher education institution located in Wichita, Kansas. Founded in 1933 by the Adorers of the Blood of Christ, the university is a student-centered institution offering interactive teaching and a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs. It focuses on developing professional leadership and intelligence to advance the common good of individuals, businesses, and the surrounding community.
