What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grants Manager – US Based Remote position at Tetra Tech Careers?
Tetra Tech International Development is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified candidates for a Grants Manager position.
Position Description: The Grant Manager is part of the Contracts, Grants and Procurement (CGP) team; a fun, collaborative and committed group of professionals that bring rigor and discipline to managing USAID programs through standardized systems and tools that facilitate the achievement of technical objectives. This is an exciting position that works across all of Tetra Tech’s technical sectors and international geographies, providing endless opportunities to grow professionally in the field of international development. The Grants Manager reports to either the Senior Grants Manager or another CGP Manager and works closely with home and field office project management teams and project support services to backstop a portfolio of projects with a GUC component. The position can be fully remote from a continental US-based location or hybrid within a commutable distance to either one of our office locations in Burlington, VT or Arlington, VA.
Responsibilities:
* Support proposal and project implementation teams by providing resources, tools, and strategies related to grant management and compliance with US government regulations and Tetra Tech policies;
* Collaborate with the CGP team on updating and designing trainings, systems, and procedures for effective and compliant grant implementation;
* In coordination with project management teams develop project specific Grant Manuals for USAID approval during the start-up phase of contracts with GUC and provide comprehensive training to project teams on the Grant Manual and Tetra Tech policies;
* Review and approve grant documents submitted by project teams in accordance with delegated approval thresholds;
* Provide on-going support to field-based project staff responsible for grants, particularly in the area of compliance and grantee audits;
* Perform ongoing compliance monitoring for all grants programs and support PM and DPMs as necessary in monitoring the obligation and spending of grants;
* Maintain updated database of current and closed grant programs;
* Undertake short-term assignments to establish and launch project grant programs, conduct assessments, troubleshoot issues, and provide compliance and closeout support, as necessary; and
* Provide additional support and expertise related to grants management, as deemed appropriate and necessary.
Minimum Qualification Requirements:
* Minimum master’s degree with at least 3 years of experience or a bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years of experience managing grants or other relevant project management experience on donor-funded programs, with a preference for USAID-funded programs;
* In depth knowledge of USG rules and regulations related to grant management (ADS, CFR);
* Ability to travel internationally up to 35% of time;
* Proven capacity building and training skills;
* Proven track record facilitating solutions to complex problems;
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to service internal and external clients;
* Excellent information management skills, with very strong attention to detail;
* Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines;
* Must be comfortable working in a fast paced and sometimes intense work environment;
* High level proficiency of MS-Office applications and databases; and
* Current U.S. work authorization is required at the time of application.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Fluency in a second language in addition to English highly desirable;
* Budgeting, financial, and auditing experience desirable.
To be considered, please submit the following:
* Cover Letter
* CV
Please ensure that only the requested documents noted above are submitted. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
Application deadline is Wednesday, July 31, 2024.
At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including health orders and regulations related to COVID-19 that are mandated by local, state, and federal authorities.
Tetra Tech International Development is committed to safeguarding and technical excellence in equality and social inclusion. Our team of dedicated Gender, Youth, and Social Inclusion (GYSI) advisers work closely with our staff and partners to share international norms and best practices to improve the livelihoods of the world’s most marginalized groups. Tetra Tech International Development is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives that aim to expand inclusion and an authentic sense of belonging to all our staff regardless of background.
Pay Transparency Statement:
We are committed to taking a thoughtful, compliant and equitable approach to employment compensation and rate setting. We commit to providing a holistic comprehensive salary analysis, including reviews of individual skill sets and compensable factors related to qualifications, business needs, internal compensation data, and industry and labor market surveys. The anticipated pay range for this position is $65,000 to $100,000 annually. Please view our benefits at Life at Tetra Tech - Tetra Tech.
Reasonable Accommodations:
We are dedicated to hiring an inclusive workforce. If you would like to request reasonable accommodations during the application process, please visit Tetra Tech’s Disability Assistance Page. Our recruitment team looks forward to engaging in an interactive process to provide helpful and reasonable accommodations for candidates.
Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees — 28,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities/Veterans employer.
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Headquarter position
U.S. Teams and Clients
Administration and Operations
Salary : $65,000 - $100,000
