Grant Administrator

Grant Administrator job description

A grant administrator is responsible for managing the administrative and operational activities associated with grant-funded programs and awards. These professionals help oversee the grant life cycle, from application and award management through reporting and closeout, while helping ensure compliance with funding requirements and organizational policies. As organizations face increasing accountability for grant funding and program outcomes, grant administrators play an important role in supporting effective stewardship of grant resources and maintaining compliance with sponsor expectations.

Grant administrators work closely with program leaders, finance teams, funding agencies and organizational stakeholders to coordinate grant activities, monitor deadlines and support reporting requirements. Their work helps organizations manage grant-funded initiatives efficiently, maintain accurate documentation and support the successful administration of awarded funds.

Typical grant administrator duties:

Coordinate grant activities throughout the award life cycle, including award setup, administration, reporting and closeout

Monitor grant deadlines, funding milestones and reporting requirements to support compliance with sponsor guidelines

Maintain grant records, agreements and supporting documentation and prepare administrative reports for internal and external stakeholders

Collaborate with program managers and finance teams to track grant budgets, support renewals and amendments, and address grant administration needs

Support audits, monitoring reviews and documentation requests while identifying opportunities to improve grant administration processes, compliance oversight and documentation practices

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National salary range for Grant Administrator

59750 - 82500

Low

59750

The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is still developing core skills.

Mid

70250

The candidate has moderate experience in the role or one similar, meets most requirements and may hold transferable skills or relevant certifications.

High

82500

The candidate has extensive experience in the role, demonstrates advanced skills and often brings specialized certifications or industry experience.

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79500

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60000

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65000

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75000

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54000

65000

76000

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52000

61500

71000

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42250

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42000

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