Interim Director of Grants Management

Interim Director of Grants Management
Location: Florida | On-site Monday-Friday
Start: ASAP | Interim Consulting Assignment
Pay: $75-$90/hr DOE

We are seeking an experienced Interim Director of Grants Management to lead and strengthen a higher education grants function during a period of transition and process improvement. This is a hands-on leadership role overseeing Federal, State, and private grants , with an immediate focus on compliance, operational improvements, and effective grant administration.
Key Responsibilities

- Lead day-to-day grants management operations and supervise a team of 4 direct reports

- Assess and address current compliance gaps and strengthen grant management processes

- Oversee Federal, State, and private grant administration, including Title III and U.S. Department of Education grants

- Ensure compliance with Federal Uniform Guidance, Florida Greenbook, grant terms, and regulatory requirements

- Monitor budgets, financial activity, reporting, program performance, and required documentation

- Partner with senior leadership and an advisory team to evaluate and improve grants processes and controls

- Provide training and technical guidance to grant and program stakeholders

- Support the organization during its search and transition to permanent leadership

Ideal Background

- 5+ years leading Federal and/or State grant programs

- Strong higher education grants management experience

- Demonstrated experience addressing grant compliance and operational/process improvement

- Strong knowledge of Uniform Guidance, Florida Greenbook, and U.S. Department of Education regulations

- Masters degree in business or a related field preferred

- Hands-on leader comfortable operating in a fast-paced interim environment

Immediate availability is strongly preferred.

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