Post Award Manager

We're looking for a Post Award Manager to oversee the post-award process, ensuring that funded projects meet their objectives, remain compliant, and deliver lasting impact. As Post Award Manager, you'll work closely with grant recipients, funding partners, and internal teams to track project performance, resolve compliance issues, and provide expert support. Reporting to the Senior Post Award Manager, you'll monitor how funding is used, ensure grant conditions are met, and contribute to the continuous improvement of post-award processes. Your role will be key in ensuring that investment delivers real and measurable impact. Key responsibilities Manage ongoing relationships with grant recipients to ensure compliance and success. Provide specialist advice and support, helping projects stay on track. Oversee the adoption of post-award tools, such as booking systems and grant management platforms. Attend site visits to assess project performance and resolve issues. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure a seamless transition into post-award monitoring. Track and report on project performance, using data-driven insights to inform decision-making. Engage with external partners, including local authorities, governing bodies, and community organisations. What are we looking for? Experience in grant management, post-award monitoring, or programme management. Strong ability to build relationships with grant recipients and funding partners. Skilled in compliance tracking, financial monitoring, and reporting. Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. Ability to present data-driven insights to inform decision-making. Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder engagement.

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