JOSHUA D. MOLSTRE

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Profile

Experienced Grants and Contract Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the Federal, Non-Federal and Foundation industries in both Pre- and Post- Award administration as well as closeout procedures. Sponsors included DoD, USDA, NSF, NIH, MN Department of Health, MN Department of Transportation, and many commodity groups and foundations. Skilled in Nonprofit Organizations, Philanthropy, Event Planning, Higher Education, Regulations, Reporting, Communication, Compliance, Budget creation and Management, Manufacturing, Biochemistry, French and Public Speaking.

Experience

Senior Consulting Partner, Client Engagement

Collaborative Partners Initiative (DOD, NSF), Puyallup, WA

Feb 2021 - May 2023

Collaborative Partners Initiative was founded in 2020 with a single vision: To connect clients to resources so they can move forward with ground-breaking projects and initiatives.

-Works to complete and submit grant applications in both the Federal and Non-federal sectors providing consultation to clients based on their needs.

-Create new and innovative solutions to the continuing problems of the underserved in our country

-Expert in analyzing and creating budget information for projects

-Review proposals and project administration to ensure compliance with each sponsor

-Administer Grants and contracts through proposal development to closeout

-Provide opportunities for clients based on their goals

-Training teams with grant regulations and budget development at Universities and Private corporations

-Advising potential clients with proposals and administration of grants and contracts from proposal development through closeout of the award.

Grant Manager, Southern MN Regional Legal Services (LSC, HUD), St. Paul, MN

Sept 2021 - May 2023

Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services provides solutions to the underserved and elderly within southern Minnesota counties within civil legal matters. Working within the Philanthropy Department, fundraising and events are crucial as well. As a grant manager I have the responsibility of:

-Provided insight and applications, negotiations, and administration of the Federal program Legal Services Corporation.

-Prepared and submitted proposals and reports in accordance with RFP’s and requirements through closeout of the award

-of public and private funding sources including Federal grants, State grants and Foundations.

-Maintained grant files and electronic documents needed for applications.

-Collaborated with managing attorneys and other leaders to prepare and submit information

required by funders, remaining compliant with grant assurances and applying grant

industry best practices to maximize the likelihood of continued grant funding.

-Monitored and ensured that SMRLS is compliant with all grant requirements.

-Exercised discretion and independent judgment in comparing and evaluating grant and

fundraising opportunities and makes recommendations to the Director of Philanthropy.

-Coordinated and prepared information for meetings and monitored visits with funders.

-Established and maintained strong positive relationships with funders.

-Researches and identifies potential new funding based on SMRLS’ needs.

-Manages new grant opportunities, grant renewals, and current reporting deadlines by maintaining a record of all grants and potential funders.

-Provided necessary reports using the data entry system and provided an analysis of the Statement of work and deliverables.

-Supported the Director of Philanthropy and Development Associate with event operations and general duties of the department including Fundraising and individual donor databases.

-Created, updated, and managed grant summaries providing transparency for program staff.

-Worked directly with the Finance Department to assist programs/units in understanding the budget, and provide an analysis of spending rates and trends

Grants/Contracts Administrator, The U of MN (USDA, NSF, NIH), Minneapolis, MN Sept 2018 - Sept 2019

The Sponsored Projects Administration at the University of Minnesota is responsible for the review and submission of all Sponsored Projects at the University.

-Worked with a vast array of Sponsors, both Federal and Non-Federal, to ensure compliance was met according to each Request for Proposal through closeout of the award

-Sponsors included DoD, USDA, NSF, NIH, MN Department of Health, MN Department of Transportation, and many commodity groups and foundations throughout the state of Minnesota.

-Negotiated terms and conditions with sponsors in compliance with university policy as well as federal or non-federal guidelines.

-Utilized and complied with CFR as well as FAR regulations throughout the award.

-Initiated any changes to an award including budgetary changes, period of performance, or any prior approval needed by the sponsor as outlined within the award.

-Outlined and presented specific terms and conditions to the project team as well as the financial team to ensure compliance.

-Heavily involved in the Pre-award phase by reviewing each proposal concerning budgetary information along with proposal content before submission to the sponsor.

Grants and Contracts Specialist, The Geneva Foundation (DOD, NIH), Tacoma, WA

Aug 2014 - Aug 2017

The Geneva Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of medical research through the direct administration of grants and contracts.

-Overall Pre and Post Award and closeout procedures for research grants, contracts and cooperative agreements. The majority of my experience is with Federal Grants and Contracts.

-Prepare, submit and maintain necessary regulatory paperwork with IRB, FDA or IACUC.

-Understand and remain compliant under applicable Federal guidelines including the DoDGARs and CFRs.

-Maintain compliance with reporting requirements required by each grant or contracts including SBIRs.

-Initiate and maintain Cooperative Research and Development Agreements along with any Vendor, Independent or Sub Contractor Agreements.

-Coordinate with various research teams and sites participating on the research project.

-Procurement of equipment, materials, travel, and proffers for the grant or contract.

-Manage, provide guidance and maintain compliance within the budget.

-Provide guidance for grant or contract proposals including budget needs and overall requirements to the research team.

-Study Close-out procedures including reporting requirements and invention reporting.

Team Leader Assembly Mechanic, The Boeing Company, Everett, WA 2012-2014

The Boeing Company is a leading aerospace manufacturer. I lead a team of individuals within the Interiors Responsibility Center and we produced products while focused on safety, quality, lean manufacturing, and 5S.

-Ensure safety of employees at all times and compliance with the FAA.

-Communicate effectively with counterparts and my team to ensure high productivity.

-Report directly to other management teams on different shifts to ensure excellent communication for each of the teams.

-Manage the production of quality and on time products.

-Develop skills and experience with supply chain management and procurement processes.

-Adhere to Lean Manufacturing practices and active participation in process improvement.

-Ensure customer satisfaction and quality of the products and services produced.

-Manage employees to ensure teamwork and effectiveness.

Education

University of North Dakota — B.S. in Biochemistry, 2011

Minor in French

Skills

Nonprofit Organizations, Higher Education, Communication, Project Management, Budget Development, Problem Solving, Compliance, Proposal Development, Research Administration, Federal Regulations, Manufacturing, Safety, Microsoft Office, Biochemistry, French and Public Speaking

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