Manager, Contracts and Grants
The position primarily supports the Center for Economic Growth’s (CEG) Manufacturing Solutions Team and the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) program. This position plays a critical role in client contract management; state and federal grant submission, management, vouchering, and reporting; quarterly program financial reporting; and project/program support. This position works cross-functionally between the Manufacturing Solutions team and the accounting team to execute on responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities:
Program
• Manage client project timelines to ensure successful completion by vendors and internal staff.
• Generate, review, and submit quarterly reporting for federal and state grants.
• Assist with the creation of client project proposals
• Manage client surveys, survey data, and success stories.
• Coordinate with staff to improve and further develop business processes.
• Occasionally support other staff members with various programs and event efforts.
• Support field staff on location during training sessions.
Administrative
• Manage applications, including submissions and reporting for project grants.
• Assist in the implementation and maintenance of business process flow into Salesforce CRM.
• Create and run CRM reports as needed
• Support the Director of Workforce Development with grant and contract management, and records and reporting, related to workforce initiatives.
Accounting
• Maintain client, partner, and third-party contract information in Salesforce CRM and federal systems.
• Coordinate invoicing activities with the accounting team to ensure invoicing is accurate and on time.
• Update both state and federal grants and contracting systems as required.
• Generate and review quarterly invoicing voucher for state/federal program funding.
• Generate and review monthly/quarterly invoicing vouchers for other state/federal programs.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience required
- A degree in Business, Management, Accounting, Finance, or a related field can substitute for 2 years of experience
- Experience with state or federal contract or grant management, preferred
- B2B and B2C contract management, preferred
- Must manage priorities, meet deadlines, and exercise sound judgment
- Ability to occasionally attend various events beyond regular office hours
- Computer proficiency (i.e., Microsoft Suite, Eventbrite, GrowthZone, Webex, Zoom, Teams)
- Familiarity with accounting practices and working with budgets
- Proficiency with Customer Management Systems (CRM) is required, Salesforce preferred
- Ability to meet deadlines, multitask, and work in a fast-paced team environment.
- The successful candidate must be highly organized.
- The successful candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, be an adaptable, quick learner, pay attention to details, and possess a proactive work ethic.
Compensation: Salary ranges from $62,000 to $70,000. Benefits package includes PTO, generous 401(k), and health/life/LTD insurances.
About Center for Economic Growth - The Center for Economic Growth (CEG) is dedicated to driving economic growth in New York’s eight-county, 1.1-million-person Capital Region. As the nonprofit regional economic development organization, we do this by attracting investment and talent; growing manufacturing and workforce capabilities, leveraging industry clusters, and developing the entrepreneurial ecosystem. We serve as a catalyst and work with partners and stakeholders to prepare the region to compete and move high-impact strategies and projects forward. An affiliate of the Capital Region Chamber, CEG is supported by investors in business, government, education, and the nonprofit sectors who are committed to sustainable economic growth and shared prosperity. For more information, visit www.ceg.org.
About Manufacturing Solutions, powered by CEG - Manufacturing Solutions, powered by CEG, is the Capital Region’s Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Center. As a trusted business partner, our strategies increase sales, improve productivity and operations, launch new products and align the vision of the executive teams we guide. We’re one of 11 MEP Centers in New York State, and part of an extensive National Network; funded by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and Empire State Development’s Division of Science, Technology and Innovation (NYSTAR). Learn more here.
Diversity Statement - The Capital Region Chamber/CEG believes that full potential is realized when diversity, equity, and inclusion are the standards upon which we strengthen and impact our businesses and communities. As an advocate for regional businesses, the Chamber – through its leadership, actions, educational programming, and community collaboration – is committed to cultivating inclusive economic opportunity for all who call our region home. The Capital Region Chamber/CEG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.
Cover letter and resume should be sent to donw@ceg.org. Only candidates being considered will be contacted.
