The University of Rhode Island’s Coastal Resources Center is now hiring an International Program Coordinator to assist Directors and Principal Investigators (PIs) in overseeing and administering fiscal and business functions for the CRC International Program. The Coordinator will adhere to and implement documented University and Center policies, protocols, and best practices while creating and implementing new systems and supporting processes necessary for successful grant administration as part of the Graduate School of Oceanography’s (GSO) and Coastal Resources Center (CRC) team.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversee and perform all phases of financial administration for the CRC International Program, including budgetary oversight of its federal, state, overhead, revenue, cost share and foundation funding and related accounts, as applicable. This includes, but is not limited to, payroll and salary distributions; purchasing; managing contracts; creating and monitoring budgets; compiling financial data for reporting; and implementing Uniform Guidance and donor award terms and conditions.
Work with the Center’s Directors in strategic and financial planning, revenue projection, and fundraising. Develop budgetary forecasts and projections by thematic area and identify future fiscal program needs.
Develop budgets and produce all supporting documentation required by various donor Request for Proposal(s). Manage technical staff, researcher, and partner inputs necessary for proposal submission process.
Serve as a liaison with the University’s Office of Sponsored Projects and other central administrative offices (including Grant and Contract Accounting, Financial Strategy & Planning, Controller, Purchasing) in responding to the needs of projects and adhering to federal and state and donor rules. A significant portion of the portfolio is funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID).
Application Instructions:
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Applications are accepted immediately and on a rolling basis.