Manager Government Relations And Funding

Mangrove is seeking an exceptional individual to lead government relations and funding efforts for the company. As a member of the advanced development team and reporting to the CTO the Manager Government Relations and Funding will identify suitable government and agency funding programs, seek out new funding opportunities, prepare applications, manage communications, and steer execution. The position offers the opportunity to generate new business and technology development opportunities through effective funding programs, and provide funding leadership to a dynamic team in addressing challenges in scaling production within the lithium-ion battery space.

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES

Responsibilities

• Create and execute the company grant program strategy.
• Research and select funding opportunities that are complimentary to the business goals and objectives. Identify and engage with government agencies in Canada and abroad.
• Prepare statis reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead grant preparation efforts using both internal resources and external grant writers.
• Oversee the grant administration process, managing timelines, deliverables, and project audits.
• Partner with the CFO to monitor grant spending and budgets.

Skills and Experience

• A degree in business administration and or an engineering degree.
• 4+ years of grant management experience.
• Verified and quantified success identifying, winning, and executing funding opportunities.
• Ability to grasp technology and write technology centric grant applications.
• Compelling written and oral communication skills.
• Project management skills and cross-functional team organizational skills.
• Grant budget accounting and financial tracking.
• Computer literacy with MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Demonstrated success winning and administering grants in multiple jurisdictions e.g. Canada, US and Europe
• Strong people and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and steer projects.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Extended health care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Delta, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Are you eligible to work in Canada? If you have a temporary work permit when does it expire?

Work Location: One location