Grant Project Coordinator

Concordia University Chicago (CUC) invites applications for a part-time, hybrid position supporting the Advancing Healthcare Pathways grant project. Based in River Forest, Illinois, this position reports directly to the Grant Project Director and helps with project coordination and implementation.

The Project Coordinator will provide day-to-day operational support for Advancing Healthcare Pathways and assist the Project Director in ensuring effective implementation of all grant activities. Responsibilities will include coordinating project communications, maintaining project records, supporting fiscal management and budget monitoring activities, assisting with the preparation of federal performance reports, and tracking project expenditures to ensure compliance with institutional and federal requirements. The Project Coordinator will oversee procurement activities associated with grant-funded equipment, supplies, and services and will work closely with university business and purchasing offices to ensure adherence to applicable regulations and institutional procedures.

In addition, the Project Coordinator will assist with the collection, organization, and reporting of institutional and project data; maintain student participation and service utilization records; coordinate student tracking activities; support evaluation efforts; schedule project meetings; and help monitor progress toward project objectives and annual performance indicators. Through these activities, the Project Coordinator will help ensure effective project management, accountability, and timely implementation of all grant activities.

Candidates must be committed to the mission and identity of Concordia University Chicago. Additionally, they must profess values congruent with the teachings of the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod (LCMS).

Experienceworkingwithbudgets,procurementprocedures,and administrative compliance requirements.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, spreadsheet software, database systems, and reporting tools.

Experience collecting, managing, and reporting institutional and program data.

Minimum of three years of experience in project coordination, grants administration, higher education administration, or related experience.

Interested individuals should apply through our website at www.cuchicago.edu/employment. Please include a cover letter, resume and references.

Concordia does not discriminate in the employment of individuals on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, sex or age. As an institution of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, however, and to the extent allowed by law, Concordia University reserves the right to give preference in employment based upon religious affiliation.

Concordia University Chicago does not generally sponsor for employment visas except for positions that oversee, teach or support our international programs.

About Concordia University Chicago Concordia University Chicago is a liberal arts-based Christian university founded in the Lutheran tradition. Through its College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, College of Education, and College of Graduate and Innovative Programs, Concordia-Chicago offers more than 100 areas of study in small classes taught by professors who are passionate about teaching and student success. All undergraduate and graduate degrees are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Concordia University Chicago has been recognized as a College of Distinction since 2010, and in 2013 was named to the U.S. President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for the fifth time. For the sixth consecutive year, combined undergraduate and graduate enrollment has exceeded more than 5,000 students. Concordia University Chicago is located in River Forest, 10 miles west of downtown Chicago. Learn more at CUChicago.edu.