Strategic Programs Manager

The University of Tulsa

. Identify funding sources and develop project proposals supporting existing and planned IFAI program activities .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeRemote • Oklahoma • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in grant writing and securing funding opportunities, particularly in agriculture, food systems, and Tribal Nations. Proficient in research and collaboration with executive leadership and external partners to support organizational missions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Grant Writing ExperienceFunding Opportunity IdentificationFederal Grant Application KnowledgeResearch ProficiencyBachelor's Degree

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Hard Skills

Grant WritingProposal DevelopmentFunding SecuringResearch SkillsPublic Data Analysis

Soft Skills

CollaborationRelationship BuildingStrategic Advising

Certifications & Qualifications

Master's DegreeJ.D. Degree

Industry Keywords

AgricultureFood SystemsTribal NationsGrant Application ProcessesFunding Cycles

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify funding sources and develop project proposals supporting existing and planned IFAI program activities
Advise and co-strategize with IFAI executive leadership in building the organization’s national work
Prepare proposals and grant applications
Research, identify, develop, and respond to public and private grant opportunities supporting IFAI mission areas
Work closely with the IFAI Senior Director of Administration, Program Operations Manager, and key central campus partners
Interface occasionally with IFAI executive leadership, external organizational partners, and main-campus colleagues
Report to and be evaluated by the IFAI Senior Director of Administration

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education
Grant writing experience, preferably focused on agriculture, food systems, and/or Tribal Nations
Proven track record of securing new funding opportunities
Previous experience writing and securing federal grant and cooperative agreement funding
Demonstrated proficiency in research, including the appropriate and accurate use of publicly available data to demonstrate a need for sustained funding
Preferred: 3-5 years experience as a successful grant writer
Preferred: Knowledge of grant application processes, scoring criteria, and funding cycles, particularly from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s agencies
Preferred: Master’s degree or J.D. degree
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is essential
Ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work arrangement
Equal employment opportunity and affirmative action environment
Inclusive workplace and educational programs