Grantsmanship Coordinator at Virginia Union University – Richmond, Virginia

Virginia Union University (VUU) is a distinguished private institution founded in 1865 that proudly upholds a legacy of academic excellence and community engagement. With a historic 86-acre campus, it offers a dynamic and nurturing environment for its 1,568 undergraduate and graduate students. Virginia Union University is recognized in the 2024 edition of U.S. News & World Report, holding a prestigious position as #39 among Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

Five fundamental principles (core values) guide Virginia Union University. Each principle is essential to our ability to provide a Best-In-Class educational experience for students, faculty, and staff. These principles help our community understand the right path to fulfilling our institution's mission. The principles are Innovation, Spiritual Formation, Integrity, Diversity & Inclusion, and Excellence.

The Grantsmanship Coordinator supports the development, coordination, and submission of grant proposals to secure external funding for the University. This position works collaboratively with faculty, staff, and leadership to identify funding opportunities, develop competitive proposals, and ensure compliance with sponsor and institutional requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty and staff in the preparation, writing, and submission of grant proposals.
• Coordinate proposal development timelines, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Review and edit proposals for clarity, accuracy, and compliance with sponsor guidelines.
• Compile required documentation, including narratives, budgets, and supporting materials.
• Identify and disseminate relevant grant opportunities from federal, state, foundation, and corporate sponsors.
• Maintain a centralized database of funding opportunities and deadlines.
• Provide guidance on funding priorities aligned with institutional goals.
• Ensure all proposals comply with sponsor requirements, institutional policies, and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate internal approval processes prior to submission.
• Submit proposals through appropriate electronic systems (e.g., Grants.gov, sponsor portals).
• Serve as a liaison between faculty, departments, and external funding agencies.
• Provide training and workshops on grant writing and proposal development.
• Support capacity-building initiatives to increase grant competitiveness across the institution.
• Assist with award documentation, reporting requirements, and grant file maintenance.
• Coordinate with finance and principal investigators to ensure proper grant setup and tracking.
• Monitor reporting deadlines and support timely submission of progress reports.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Communications, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in grant writing, research administration, or proposal development.
• Must be able to lift 10 pounds.

Application Process

Candidates are required to submit their resume, four professional references and a cover letter. The application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. A background investigation and reference check will be required prior to employment. For any questions or concerns, please contact Askhr@vuu.edu.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Virginia Union University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other protected class.

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