Mount Sinai Morningside
Grants Manager – Global Health – ISM
Join the Mount Sinai Morningside team as a Grants Manager for the Arnhold Institute for Global Health and the Department of Global Health and Health System Design at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.
The Grants Manager will oversee the full lifecycle of grant management, ensuring compliance with institutional, sponsor, and applicable government regulations and guidelines. This cross‑functional role collaborates closely with the Institute, Department, HR, Grants, and Finance teams to support efficient and timely administration of grants, budgets, and personnel.
Reporting to the Associate Director for Finance and Human Resources, the Grants Manager will play a key role in pre‑award and post‑award grant processes, budget optimization, financial projections, and grant‑related compliance, supporting faculty, program leaders, and finance teams in securing and managing extramural funding while ensuring financial integrity and alignment with AIGH goals.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with faculty, program teams, and external partners to develop grant proposals and budgets aligned with funding agency requirements.
Work with the Senior Finance & Contracts Manager to review financial components of grant applications, ensuring accurate budgets and application completeness.
Ensure compliance with sponsor guidelines, institutional policies, and federal regulations (e.g., NIH, USAID, HRSA).
Coordinate internal review and approval processes, liaising with finance, legal, and leadership teams.
Assist in forecasting funding needs.
Monitor grant expenditures, ensuring compliance with sponsor terms and institutional policies.
Work closely with the Finance & HR Manager to oversee personnel allocations, effort reporting, and salary distributions related to grants.
Collaborate with the Senior Finance & Contracts Manager on budget tracking, reporting, and financial reconciliation.
Prepare and submit financial reports, justifications, and budget modifications to sponsors.
Ensure timely invoicing, drawdowns, and closeout procedures for awarded grants.
Support audits, financial reconciliations, and compliance reporting for internal and external stakeholders.
Co‑develop and implement best practices for grants management, improving efficiency and transparency.
Stay up to date on changes in grant regulations and maintain institutional compliance.
Provide financial projections to support strategic decision‑making and funding sustainability.
Assist in cross‑training finance team members and provide training and guidance to faculty on grant compliance, budgeting, and reporting.
Act as a resource for faculty, administrators, and program staff on grants management best practices.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required; MBA in a related area preferred.
7+ years experience in grants management or closely related roles, preferably in health care or higher education, with at least 3 years supervisory experience.
Strong knowledge of federal grant regulations (NIH, USAID, HRSA, etc.) and university research administration.
Experience with grant budgeting, post‑award management, and financial reporting.
Experience managing externally sponsored programs in global health involving foreign components and international partners strongly desired.
Familiarity with financial systems and reporting tools (e.g., Sinai Cloud, Cayuse, Asana, or similar platforms).
Ability to interpret and apply complex regulations while maintaining compliance.
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
Second language ability strongly desired, especially Spanish, Nepali, or Kiswahili.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working across teams.
Employer Description At Mount Sinai, our leaders are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, fairness, and continuous learning drive positive change, improving the well‑being of staff, patients, and the organization. Our culture champions inclusion and celebrates diverse perspectives, supporting every individual’s success. Explore this opportunity and be part of the next chapter in our history.
Equal Opportunity Employer The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal‑opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate or treat individuals differently based on protected characteristics. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all members of our community feel respected and supported.
Compensation The salary range for this role is $86,772 – $137,800.09 annually. Actual salaries depend on experience, education, and operational need. The listed range does not include bonuses, incentive pay, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level Employment Type: Full‑time
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The Grants Manager will oversee the full lifecycle of grant management, ensuring compliance with institutional, sponsor, and applicable government regulations and guidelines. This cross‑functional role collaborates closely with the Institute, Department, HR, Grants, and Finance teams to support efficient and timely administration of grants, budgets, and personnel.
Reporting to the Associate Director for Finance and Human Resources, the Grants Manager will play a key role in pre‑award and post‑award grant processes, budget optimization, financial projections, and grant‑related compliance, supporting faculty, program leaders, and finance teams in securing and managing extramural funding while ensuring financial integrity and alignment with AIGH goals.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with faculty, program teams, and external partners to develop grant proposals and budgets aligned with funding agency requirements.
Work with the Senior Finance & Contracts Manager to review financial components of grant applications, ensuring accurate budgets and application completeness.
Ensure compliance with sponsor guidelines, institutional policies, and federal regulations (e.g., NIH, USAID, HRSA).
Coordinate internal review and approval processes, liaising with finance, legal, and leadership teams.
Assist in forecasting funding needs.
Monitor grant expenditures, ensuring compliance with sponsor terms and institutional policies.
Work closely with the Finance & HR Manager to oversee personnel allocations, effort reporting, and salary distributions related to grants.
Collaborate with the Senior Finance & Contracts Manager on budget tracking, reporting, and financial reconciliation.
Prepare and submit financial reports, justifications, and budget modifications to sponsors.
Ensure timely invoicing, drawdowns, and closeout procedures for awarded grants.
Support audits, financial reconciliations, and compliance reporting for internal and external stakeholders.
Co‑develop and implement best practices for grants management, improving efficiency and transparency.
Stay up to date on changes in grant regulations and maintain institutional compliance.
Provide financial projections to support strategic decision‑making and funding sustainability.
Assist in cross‑training finance team members and provide training and guidance to faculty on grant compliance, budgeting, and reporting.
Act as a resource for faculty, administrators, and program staff on grants management best practices.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required; MBA in a related area preferred.
7+ years experience in grants management or closely related roles, preferably in health care or higher education, with at least 3 years supervisory experience.
Strong knowledge of federal grant regulations (NIH, USAID, HRSA, etc.) and university research administration.
Experience with grant budgeting, post‑award management, and financial reporting.
Experience managing externally sponsored programs in global health involving foreign components and international partners strongly desired.
Familiarity with financial systems and reporting tools (e.g., Sinai Cloud, Cayuse, Asana, or similar platforms).
Ability to interpret and apply complex regulations while maintaining compliance.
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
Second language ability strongly desired, especially Spanish, Nepali, or Kiswahili.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working across teams.
Employer Description At Mount Sinai, our leaders are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, fairness, and continuous learning drive positive change, improving the well‑being of staff, patients, and the organization. Our culture champions inclusion and celebrates diverse perspectives, supporting every individual’s success. Explore this opportunity and be part of the next chapter in our history.
Equal Opportunity Employer The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal‑opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate or treat individuals differently based on protected characteristics. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all members of our community feel respected and supported.
Compensation The salary range for this role is $86,772 – $137,800.09 annually. Actual salaries depend on experience, education, and operational need. The listed range does not include bonuses, incentive pay, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level Employment Type: Full‑time
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