Senior Program Associate, Education & Workforce Programs
The Education and Workforce Senior Program Associate for the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center (MLSC) is responsible for supporting all aspects of Education and Workforce Development grant programs including STEM Equipment, Professional Development, and Workforce Capital grants.
The Senior Program Associate will report to the Manager of Education and Workforce Programs, and work closely with all team members, to promote access to high quality STEM education across Massachusetts.
The role will support all phases of the grant process through skillful communication and coordination with grant applicants, awardees, vendors, and coordinating and engaging with MLSC's internal Finance, Legal, and Marketing & Communication teams.
FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES The Senior Program Associate will work collaboratively with the Education and Workforce team to implement and administer multiple grant programs.
The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills, communication, time management, and attention to detail.
The Senior Program Associate develops and maintains clear communication of expectations with grant applicants, awardees, and vendors, cultivating relationships and ensuring compliance with grant Agreements.
Specifically, the Senior Program Associate will:
Identify strategies for outreach and support for school districts and higher education institutions.
Manage timelines and deliverables.
Assist in the continuous improvement, design, development, and evaluation of grant programs.
Oversee grant cycles from engaging with applicants, reviewing proposals, managing databases, and ensuring compliance with grant requirements.
Respond to program inquiries and provide guidance as needed.
Prepare grant agreements for execution.
Track and process grant reimbursements.
Maintain detailed spreadsheets with program information and financial data.
Ensure post-award reporting compliance.
RequirementsEDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree with minimum of three (3) years of relevant professional work experience.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Methodical and strategic thinking.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and demands.
Basic research skills and quantitative competencies.
Detail oriented and with strong organizational skills.
Ability to work well both in teams and independently.
Experience working with diverse and underrepresented populations.
Demonstrates initiative, follow-through, and ability to meet deadlines.
Able to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
Strong computer (PC) skills in word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software (Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint).
Project management experience preferred.
EXTENT OF PUBLIC CONTACT - Extensive contact with internal and external stakeholders (currently in a hybrid in-person/remote work model).
- Work with counterparts at regional economic development agencies, cities, and towns.
- Meet virtually and in-person with various diverse organizations.
Recommended Skills Attention To Detail Business Process Improvement Coordinating Databases Finance Fundamental Science Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
The Senior Program Associate will report to the Manager of Education and Workforce Programs, and work closely with all team members, to promote access to high quality STEM education across Massachusetts.
The role will support all phases of the grant process through skillful communication and coordination with grant applicants, awardees, vendors, and coordinating and engaging with MLSC's internal Finance, Legal, and Marketing & Communication teams.
FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES The Senior Program Associate will work collaboratively with the Education and Workforce team to implement and administer multiple grant programs.
The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills, communication, time management, and attention to detail.
The Senior Program Associate develops and maintains clear communication of expectations with grant applicants, awardees, and vendors, cultivating relationships and ensuring compliance with grant Agreements.
Specifically, the Senior Program Associate will:
Identify strategies for outreach and support for school districts and higher education institutions.
Manage timelines and deliverables.
Assist in the continuous improvement, design, development, and evaluation of grant programs.
Oversee grant cycles from engaging with applicants, reviewing proposals, managing databases, and ensuring compliance with grant requirements.
Respond to program inquiries and provide guidance as needed.
Prepare grant agreements for execution.
Track and process grant reimbursements.
Maintain detailed spreadsheets with program information and financial data.
Ensure post-award reporting compliance.
RequirementsEDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree with minimum of three (3) years of relevant professional work experience.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Methodical and strategic thinking.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and demands.
Basic research skills and quantitative competencies.
Detail oriented and with strong organizational skills.
Ability to work well both in teams and independently.
Experience working with diverse and underrepresented populations.
Demonstrates initiative, follow-through, and ability to meet deadlines.
Able to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
Strong computer (PC) skills in word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software (Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint).
Project management experience preferred.
EXTENT OF PUBLIC CONTACT - Extensive contact with internal and external stakeholders (currently in a hybrid in-person/remote work model).
- Work with counterparts at regional economic development agencies, cities, and towns.
- Meet virtually and in-person with various diverse organizations.
Recommended Skills Attention To Detail Business Process Improvement Coordinating Databases Finance Fundamental Science Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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