Compliance Officer (US Grants/Cooperative Agreements)

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

Work closely with project teams by providing guidance on compliance issues and interpretation of grant rules and regulations.

• At project inception phase carry out a thorough review of grant terms and conditions with project teams.
• Guide project managers on reporting requirements and timelines.
• Support the Finance Department in producing timely reports on grant spend and spend predictions in conjunction with project managers.
• Participate in regular programme board meetings.
• Take initiative to identify and analyse potential issues impacting project delivery schedule, quality and objectives.
• In collaboration with the Head of Corporate Services, find organisation-wide solutions to compliance issues, further improving internal policies and procedures.
• Assist in the preparation and delivery of staff training, including drafting other internal guidance documentation.
• Lead on award close-out in conjunction with the project manager(s) ensuring all donor requirements are met, ensuring positive audit results.
• Keep up to date with changes within the industry through resource sites, publications and continuing education.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• BA/BS degree in a related field such as International Relations, Business Administration required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of five years of administrative and/or technical experience working with a contractor or international NGO managing US Government-funded projects.
• Up to date trainings and certifications on compliance and administration of US Government grants and cooperative agreements.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Maintains a high standard of integrity
• Ability to apply knowledge and independement judgement to resolve complex problems
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Proactive, problem solving approach
• Excellent interpersonal skills projecting a cooperative attitude
• Ability to work in a team with people of different backgrounds
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; presentation and training skills a plus
• Excellent Outlook, SharePoint, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills
• Ability and willingness to travel internationally