Senior Manager Office of Sponsored Programs

• Leadership and Supervision:

• Supervise and mentor a team of sponsored programs staff.
• Develop and implement efficient processes for proposal submissions, award processing, and compliance.
• Collaborate with faculty, departments, and administrative staff to streamline sponsored research activities.
• Post-Award Management:

• Supervise post-award administration, including contract negotiation, award management, and monitoring compliance with sponsor terms.
• Stakeholders Networking

• Build a strong industry awareness and network: Demonstrated familiarity with relevant industry sectors and established professional connections across various types of companies, including corporations, NGOs, and research-driven organizations and development agencies working in areas aligned with sustainable development and community advancement to solve real-world challenges.
• Identifying External Stakeholders: Grants agencies, government agencies, community organizations, academic institutions, industry groups, and other parties that are affected by or have an interest in the organization's activities.
• Attend events, conferences, and meetings where stakeholders gather. Offer insights, ask for feedback, and listen to their concerns.
• Create University Profile for different platform ex: SAM and UNIDO
• Meeting Faculty to discuss their needs and lack of submissions
• International collaboration experience (preferred): Familiarity with international networking specialists, particularly within African regions, and experience working with sectors such as banking, finance, or international development is a strong plus.
• Training

• Provide training on grants management, compliance, and the submission process.
• Foster a culture of research integrity by providing resources to ensure faculty and staff are equipped with the knowledge to manage sponsored programs.
• Reports and Presentations

• Generate analytical reports and presentations for top management

• Bachelor's degree in business major or any related field.

• Excellent proficiency of MS office package.

Nile Univerity