Grants and Project Associate

Position Overview

The Grants and Projects Associate supports the Centre for Business and Society (CBS) in strengthening its research and outreach impact through effective grant acquisition, project coordination, and stakeholder engagement. The role exists to identify and pursue funding opportunities, develop competitive proposals, and ensure smooth execution of CBS initiatives aligned with LUMS’ strategic objectives and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). By ensuring efficient grant management and programme planning, delivery and monitoring of CBS programmes, the position contributes directly to the Centre’s visibility, growth, and impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and track national and international funding opportunities aligned with CBS’s thematic priorities.
• Develop and coordinate Expressions of Interest (EOIs), proposals, budgets, and related documentation in collaboration with faculty and the LUMS Office of Research.
• Manage the full grant cycle, from concept development and submission to award, reporting, and compliance.
• Support the implementation of CBS projects, student engagement programmes, and outreach events.
• Liaise with donors, partners, and internal stakeholders to strengthen collaboration and resource mobilisation.
• Supervise interns or volunteers and contribute to CBS communications, reports, and publications as needed.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong writing and communication skills for grant and proposal development.
• Research and analytical skills for identifying and interpreting funding opportunities.
• Project management and coordination abilities, including time management and multitasking.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with database or portal systems (e.g., GAMES).
• Stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to meet tight deadlines.

Behaviours

• Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and accountability in all interactions.
• Approaches work proactively with a solution-oriented and learning mindset.
• Collaborates effectively across teams and departments while maintaining positive relationships.
• Upholds CBS and LUMS values of inclusivity, social responsibility, and academic excellence.
• Adapts to dynamic work environments and manages competing priorities with composure.

Qualifications

• At least a Bachelor’s (Hons) or Master’s degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Business Administration, or a related discipline from a recognised institution.

Experience

• At least 2 years of relevant professional experience in grant writing, project coordination, or donor-funded programmes.
• Prior experience in an academic, research, or development organisation preferred.
• Familiarity with grant cycles, proposal development, and alignment with SDG-related initiatives is an advantage.

What We Offer:

A Learning Ecosystem

LUMS offers a dynamic work culture that encourages learning and innovation, skills development, and contribution to areas beyond your job role. You will have the opportunity to learn and interact with the best academic minds in Pakistan, as well as to work with highly experienced professionals.

Intellectual Freedom

We believe in the pursuit of knowledge, provide the freedom to explore across different disciplines and value the diverse expression of all community members for mutual learning and advancement.

Benefits

LUMS offers competitive benefits to its academic and professional colleagues including Provident Fund, Group Life Insurance, EOBI for Pension Scheme, Outpatient medical coverage for self and family, and In-patient Health Insurance for self, spouse, and dependent children.

Campus Perks

The LUMS campus offers all the facilities and amenities of a world-class university, including a Sports Complex offering international standard courts for badminton, squash, tennis, basketball and volleyball, a FINA certified 25M swimming pool, and separate gyms for women and men. In addition to the LUMS Dining Center, there is a variety of eateries across campus offering popular cuisines, a breath-taking mosque, a medical centre, the LUMS Library, car parking as well as transport facilities for females, and a professionally run Day Care Center for children of community members.

Discounts

LUMS also provides a wide range of corporate discounts and internal educational discounts to its community as a token of each member’s value to our community. Our internal educational discounts include waiver of undergraduate tuition fees of employees’ children studying at LUMS, scholarships for master’s programs in several schools, and executive development programs offered by the nationally recognized Rausing Executive Development Center (REDC).

LUMS is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive workplace for all our employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, caste, ethnicity, age, non-disqualifying physical or psychological disability or social status. Candidates belonging to minority groups are encouraged to apply.