At least four (4) years of relevant professional experience in business, grant administration, or public administration is preferred. A master’s degree in English, communications, education, science, project management, or a closely related field, along with experience in grant writing and grant administration, is desirable. The ideal candidate will have experience developing successful grant proposals, strong written and verbal communication skills, experience working with cross-functional teams, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively. Familiarity with federal grant regulations and with federal, state, and private funding sources, especially for higher education, is also preferred.