EDC is one of the world’s leading nonprofit research and development firms. EDC designs, implements, and evaluates programs to improve education, health, and economic opportunity worldwide. Collaborating with both public and private partners, we strive for a world where all people are empowered to live healthy, productive lives. 

EDC’s approach to equity, diversity, and inclusion is grounded in EDC’s commitment to respect the dignity of each individual. EDC has a commitment to promoting equity and access to high quality education and health services that contribute to thriving communities where people from diverse backgrounds learn, live, and work together. EDC expresses its commitment to increasing equity through its strategies, services and products, which contribute to building capacity and transforming lives. 

The Associate Director will lead the pre-award function within the Office of Sponsored Programs, including leading strategy discussions, directing proposal process refinements, and approving all institutional proposals. In addition, the Associate Director will assist the Director in providing management and oversight to the entire Office of Sponsored Programs. The Associate Director is responsible for all aspects of staff management and development of the Assistant Directors and Grant Administrators, as assigned by the Director.

The Associate Director will:

• Direct, manage, and provide strategic vision to all pre-award activities
• Serve as the primary signatory on pre-award documents
• Provide analysis, expert guidance, and evaluation of proposal submissions for a variety of sponsors, including federal, state, and local agencies, foundations, and for-profit corporations.
• Coordinate documentation and recommend changes to policies, procedures and guidelines in the areas of proposal submission to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, terms and conditions, i.e., 2 CFR 200, Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), NSF PAPPG, USAID, etc.
• Develop and supervise a team of research administrators, including assigning work and evaluating performance; resolving performance issues; developing staff through goal setting and strong direct communication and feedback; and hiring.
• In collaboration with team members and division development staff, develop and deliver trainings, workshops and other activities for an internal and external audience.
• Contribute to award compliance, post award administration, and sub award processes as required by the Director.
• In coordination with the Director and senior OSP team, identify strategic goals.
• Ensure accurate and timely input and maintenance of data in EDC’s systems and compile proposal and award statistics, in coordination with system administrator, for organizational reporting.
• Serve as the back-up signatory to the Director on grants, contracts and other business documents.

Education: 

• Bachelor’s degree required

Other skills/Experience:

• Minimum 10-15 years related experience
• Significant knowledge and experience in developing, reviewing, and submitting large, complex sponsored research proposals with significant financial, regulatory, and compliance oversight requirements.
• Extensive knowledge of federal regulations and sponsor guidelines related to sponsored program activity, including the Office of Management and Budget Uniform Guidance at 2 CFR 200 and the Federal Acquisition Regulations. Knowledge of non-federal sponsor requirements a plus.
• Evidence of leadership and ability to evaluate and direct the work of others, with a commitment to mentoring, coaching, and developing a team.
• Position requires sound business judgement and financial expertise, as well as excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. The ability to generate multiple alternatives when solving problems is critical to success in this role.

EDC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to enhancing the diversity of its workforce and ensuring an equitable and highly inclusive work environment. EDC is a smoke-free workplace, and offers a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 

Research shows that individuals from historically marginalized groups find themselves meeting many of the criteria of a job posting, yet doubting if they should apply. At EDC, we value and strive for a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace.  Equity and excellence are inseparable.  If you meet some of the preferred requirements but not all of them, and feel aligned with our vision and mission, we encourage you to apply. 

Total Rewards: 

EDC offers the following comprehensive benefits package for all eligible employees: 

• Health, dental, and vision insurance 
• 12 paid holidays 
• Generous vacation benefits for full- and part-time employees 
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts 
• Tuition and transportation reimbursement 
• Robust retirement plan with TIAA/CREF (Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association/College Retirement Equities Fund) 
• Paid sick time and up to 16 hours of personal time annually 
• Parental leave 
• Employee assistance program 

This position offers an anticipated annual base salary range of approximately $100,000 – $145,000.  Salary offers are made based on market analysis and internal equity. 

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the EDC job opportunities website as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by e-mailing Liz Christensen or by calling her at 800-225-4276 or 617-618-2329.