This position manages and executes the Foundation's grantmaking process, ensuring accurate and efficient administration across all phases—from proposal announcements to submissions, expert reviews, contracts, progress reports, and close-out. The Grants Manager is a detail-oriented project manager skilled at coordinating multiple projects and proficient in database management. This role involves engaging with research investigators and staying updated on developments in canine health science. The primary responsibility is to ensure smooth grant and contract management, supporting the effective implementation of the Foundation's scientific program.
A strong knowledge of companion animal health issues and a passion for dogs are highly desired, along with a strong commitment to advancing canine health by supporting the Foundation’s mission.
*This position is a hybrid role working in our Raleigh, NC office.
GRANTS ADMINISTRATION & MANAGEMENT (75%)
Manage the Foundation’s grant database (Blackbaud Grantmaking), ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
Oversee the external grant application process including application intake, contract development, distribution of requests for proposals to the research community, coordination of application review, and facilitation of external peer reviews.
Coordinate grantee reporting by sending reminders for scientific progress and final report, reviewing and compiling reports, and tracking submission metrics.
Process grant requirements, payments, amendments, and extensions while interpreting scientific needs to ensure smooth and compliant execution.
Track study publications, presentations, and outcomes, and share relevant information with Programs and other CHF departments as needed.
Screen research protocols to assess eligibility and compliance with the Foundation's scientific direction, escalating to leadership or relevant committees when necessary.
Coordinate and prepare for Scientific Review Committee (SRC), panel, or other review meetings, managing all post-meeting tasks.
Collaborate with leadership and team members to support program outreach by curating scientific and promotional materials, and providing program analysis to inform communications and outreach when applicable.
Support outreach by maintaining grant progress reports, updating grant webpages, and managing the Foundation’s Research Grants Portfolio per SOPs.
GRANTEE RELATIONS (15%)
Serve as a primary point of contact for scientific investigators and grantee institutions, providing timely assistance and superior customer service throughout the grant lifecycle to foster strong relationships to ensure clear communication and compliance.
OTHER (10%)
Assist with various projects and organizational initiatives as needed; support phone, web, & email inquiries.
Qualifications
Experience
Required
Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously
Project management experience
Experience with database entry, maintenance and reporting
Preferred
Experience in a nonprofit environment highly preferred
Experience in a scientific grant-making environment highly preferred
American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation, Inc. Mission Statement
The Foundation is dedicated to advancing the health of all dogs and their owners by funding scientific research and supporting the dissemination of health information to prevent, treat and cure canine disease.
Vision Statement
Our vision is to address the health needs of all dogs across their entire lifetime by focusing on all aspects of their physical, mental, and social well-being. We embrace the One Health model as a critical tool to achieving our vision.
Foundation’s Goals
Within this mission and vision, the American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation has three primary goals:
To fund canine health research projects to the Foundation’s capacity which address the diversity of canine health concerns and may have comparative medicine benefits for humans
To select and monitor, through a rigorous process, research projects that meet high scientific standards and have the greatest potential for advancing the health of dogs
To communicate to the pet-owners, veterinarians and researchers, funded discoveries that help prevent, treat, and cure canine diseases
Strategy for Achieving the Foundation's Goal...s
The American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation supports research that will improve the health and lives of all dogs. The Foundation achieves this by awarding grants to scientists and professionals in research that address the origins of canine illness, the diagnosis of canine diseases, the development of effective treatments and the identification of disease prevention strategies.
