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Robert Half · 1 month ago

Grants Administrative Assistant

Columbia, SC

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$23/hr - $27/hr

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. In this role, you will provide crucial support to compliance and research administration processes, ensuring operational efficiency and accuracy while collaborating with faculty on grant-related initiatives.

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Responsibilities

Assist with compliance audits and ensure timely renewal of licenses

Shadow team members during audit processes to gain insights and provide support

Conduct research to identify grant opportunities at federal, state, and local levels

Collaborate with the private grants team to support their administrative needs

Build and maintain relationships with faculty to facilitate grant processing and trust-building

Develop and distribute newsletters on grant opportunities to relevant stakeholders

Review pre-award research budgets and ensure compliance with guidelines

Utilize grant management software to support administrative tasks

Perform general administrative duties, including answering calls and data entry

Support the team in managing government and federal grants effectively

Qualification

Grant management softwareGrant administration knowledgeOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsData entry

Required

Proven experience in administrative assistance or a related field

Familiarity with grant administration and management processes

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to handle inbound calls and perform receptionist duties

Proficiency in data entry and managing administrative tasks

Preferred

Knowledge of federal and government grant processes is preferred

Experience with grant management software, such as uCera, is a plus

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders

Benefits

Medical

Vision

Dental

Life and disability insurance

401(k) plan

Company

Robert Half

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