Grants Coordinator Cover Letter

In response to your job posting for grants coordinator, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for research on complex topics, including assessment, analysis, and evaluation of federal regulations and communications, professional literature, and other publications to make determinations and recommendations related to state and federal legislation.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Experience with Cayuse and business intelligence tools desirable
• Knowledge of spreadsheets and web-based applications
• Strong technological skills including proficiency in common Microsoft Office programs, donor record systems, messaging applications, and internet research
• Familiarity with Banner and FileMaker Pro
• Previous work experience in emergency preparedness, research, or health care
• Familiarity with a major hospital environment or an organization of similar scale
• Entrepreneurial initiative and self-direction
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite of products and file management

Please consider me for the grants coordinator opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for system-wide technical assistance on federal, state and local regulations and policy related to funding, services, outcomes and strategies implemented across the community.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Working knowledge of relevant OMB circulars and Uniform Guidance
• Proficiency in interpreting federal regulations
• Extensive knowledge of federal regulations related to externally funded sponsored programs and the requirements of state, federal, private, and non-profit funding agencies
• Experience working in a central research office at a research university
• Proficient in using sponsor specific submission systems (Fastlane, grants.gov, NSPIRES)
• Thorough understanding of University policies and procedures
• Experience negotiating and reviewing Sponsored Programs contracts
• Strong Microsoft Office skills and experience with organizational information and financial systems needed

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the grants coordinator position.

Previously, I was responsible for guidance, training, and communication of the federal grant program parameters and procedures to all involved in the grant process.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Previous experience in higher education administration, research administration, or related field highly desirable
• Excellent organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to details
• Proficiency with various software packages, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and other desktop tools
• Experience in working with/managing a public-facing submission database, preferably one specific to pharmaceutical grants
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills to build successful collaborative relationships with key internal and external colleagues, including partnership within industry
• Self-motivated, flexible, with strong interpersonal/communication skills, strong organizational skills, and strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated understanding of medical and regulatory affairs, drug development, FDA and regulatory guidelines (i.e., PhRMA guidelines, OIG, AMA, ACCME, Sunshine Act)
• BA in accounting, business administration, or public administration, Master’s preferred

Please consider me for the grants coordinator opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for development and delivery of training programs related to financial pre- and post-award administration of grants, and continuing education for school and departmental personnel regarding regulations and requirements set forth by the federal and state governments and other grantors.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Working proficiency with relevant USAID/OFDA policies and regulations
• Demonstrated experience assessing local regulatory climate and developing compliant field administrative policies and procedures in emergency response operations
• Knowledge of procedures and protocols related to operational audits and assessing regulatory compliance
• Operational familiarity with international humanitarian architecture and core coordination processes for large-scale emergencies
• Excellent interpersonal skills and work individually and in a team environment under stressful and time-sensitive conditions
• Excellent command of the English language including excellent reading comprehension
• Detail-oriented and have high level of initiative
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, in particular with Excel

Please consider me for the grants coordinator opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for accurate information to students and staff related to Federal Pell Grant, Tennessee grants and scholarships, Federal Work-Study, scholarships, FSEOG, student loans and Federal, State, and University rules and regulations related to financial aid.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Familiarity with research databases, such as iwave, Lexis-Nexis, Rel-Sci preferred
• Understanding of medical and regulatory affairs, drug development, FDA and regulatory guidelines (i.e., PhRMA guidelines, OIG, AMA, ACCME, Sunshine Act)
• Experience with or a demonstrated interest in foundation relations, government contracting, and/or international partnerships and collaborations
• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail and prioritization skills in management of competing priorities
• Lead and collaborate with staff at all levels within the organization in development and implementation of processes and procedures to streamline information flow
• Good computer skills and comfortable learning new software and systems with experience with Salesforce or similar content management software strongly preferred
• Familiarity with basic accounting and/or managing budgets
• Experience in a complex business, academic, research or government environment, preferably at an institution of higher learning