Grants Manager

About the role

The Grants Manager coordinates and oversees the full lifecycle of grant activities, supporting Tribal programs by securing funding, ensuring compliance, and maintaining organized documentation. This role leads a team approach to identify proper funding sources that enable the Mohegan Tribe to meet its goals and objectives. The Grants Manager collaborates with the Office of Self-Governance/Grants, Tribal Programs, Tribal Leadership, Tribal Membership, granting entities, and other key stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Learn and follow Mohegan Tribe policies, procedures, and organizational structure, interpreting them clearly and accurately.
• Demonstrate knowledge of federal, state, and local structures, including different granting agencies and funding sources, as well as applicable laws and regulations.
• Apply quantitative and qualitative research and analysis methods to grant management.
• Understand the Mohegan Community and the Tribe’s role in meeting its needs.
• Exercise independent judgment and work under pressure, including outside normal business hours, to meet grant deadlines.
• Work independently and as a team leader, often under tight deadlines.
• Interpret applicable Tribal, federal, state, county, and local laws, regulations, and requirements.
• Read, analyze, and interpret complex information such as technical journals, grant notices, financial reports, budgets, and legal documents.
• Maintain accuracy, thoroughness, and strong attention to detail in all grant-related activities.
• Interact and maintain good working relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds.
• Supervise employees and manage multiple federal grants successfully.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business, communications, economics, Political Science, Indian Studies, Paralegal or Legal, or a closely related field.
• Seven (7) years of professional experience in grant management pertaining to federal grant awards and administration for Tribal Nations, Tribal Organizations, government agencies, and/or non-profits.
• Five (5) years of professional experience in supervising employees.
• Proven track record in successfully managing multiple federal grants.
• Advanced skills in MS Office and grant management software.
• Experience with Tribal grants activities and funding sources.
• Willingness to travel periodically throughout the year.
• Willingness and ability to obtain additional education and training as required.

Skills

• Excellent organization, written, and oral communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience working independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to interpret complex legal and financial documents.
• Knowledge of Tribal, federal, state, and local grant-related laws and regulations.