Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN)

Research and Grants Manager

Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN)

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: District of Columbia • Washington • United States

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Salary

💰 $85,000 - $90,500 per year

About the role

  • The Research & Grants Manager is responsible for the strategic and operational oversight of the organization’s research and grant portfolios, including identifying funding opportunities, coordinating proposal development, managing post-award compliance, and monitoring research activities.
  • This position ensures alignment of research and grant activities with organizational goals and compliance with institutional, federal, and sponsor regulations.
  • Coordinate the development of grant proposals, including budget preparation, narrative writing, and collaboration with program and finance teams.
  • Manage post-award activities including tracking expenditures, submitting progress and financial reports, and ensuring compliance with grant terms and conditions.
  • Work with finance and program staff to develop budgets, monitor spending, and prepare for audits.
  • Support researchers and program staff in developing and executing research projects, including IRB submission and compliance.
  • Maintain accurate records in grants management systems or databases and develop reports on funding progress, grant pipeline, outcomes, and trends.

Requirements

  • Master’s degree required in Public Administration, Public Health, Nonprofit Management, or related field.
  • Experience working in a nonprofit, academic, or healthcare setting.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in grant writing and management.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in research administration.
  • Familiarity with federal, foundation, and corporate funding sources.
  • Experience with budget development and management, and financial reporting.
  • Familiarity with IRB protocols and research ethics.
  • Strong project management and organizational skills.
  • Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
  • Knowledge of grant compliance regulations.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and research software.
Benefits
  • This position is eligible for telecommuting and will be required to adhere to AWHONN’s Telecommuter Policy.
  • This individual may be requested to travel to AWHONN headquarters in Washington, DC annually and as necessary for business purposes.
  • FLSA CLASSIFICATION This position is classified as non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay and will consist of 35 hours of work per week.
  • AWHONN provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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Hard Skills & Tools
grant writinggrant managementbudget developmentfinancial reportingresearch administrationIRB submissioncompliance monitoringproposal developmentnarrative writingexpenditure tracking
Soft Skills
project managementorganizational skillswriting skillsediting skillscommunication skillsability to manage multiple prioritiescollaborationstrategic oversightoperational oversightattention to detail
Certifications
Master’s degree in Public AdministrationMaster’s degree in Public HealthMaster’s degree in Nonprofit Management