Financial Assistance Course Developer / Instructor

Job Description

IPTACS Seeks a Financial Assistance Course Developer / Instructor (Contract Contingent) in Washington, DC / Remote to support an engagement for the United States DOE (Department of Energy) Office of Contract and Financial Assistance Policy, Professional Development Division (MA-615). A need has been identified for a virtual (delivery method) presentationof three Federal Grants Commercially Off the Shelf (COTS) courses in which DOE contracting professionals are required to have complete in order to qualify for the Financial Assistance Level II Certification.

The student participation limit should be set at “up to 25,” without exceeding than 25  students. Students must be notified of any per-course work necessary, at least five business days prior to the start of each course and all training materials required for each course. Course materials may be delivered electronically. A virtual/online presentation of these courses provide training to DOE personnel managing financial assistance agreement on the cost principles found at 2 CFR Part 200.

1.Course Description:Cost Principles for Federal Grants: 2 CFR Part 200 (Subpart E) and FAR 31.2 (Virtual Delivery Method)

Course Duration:  2 Days (16 CLPs)

Allowable and unallowable costs are discussed along with indirect cost rates, and their calculation and importance. It also preferred that the course material address the DOE-specific requirements in 2 CFR Part 910, including cost principles applicable to M&Os (Subpart E), which are unique to DOE, if available without customizing the course

Topics include:

• Reviewing the general cost principles;

• Difference between direct and indirect costs;

• Importance of the indirect cost rate;

• Determining whether costs are generally allowable or unallowable;

• Assessing gray area costs for their allowability;

• Calculating and evaluating indirect cost rates;

• Special cost issues for institutions of higher education, non-profits, state/local government and Indian Tribes, and hospitals; and

• Special issues included in 2 CFR Part 910 Subpart E applicable to For-Profit Entities.

• The course presentation will ensure that the participant will learn to identify and address complex and special issues included in 2 CFR Part 910 Subpart E applicable to For-Profit Entities.

2.Course Description: Evaluating Federal Funds (Financial) Management Capabilities of Recipients (Virtual Delivery Method)

Course Duration: 2 Days (16 CLPs)

A virtual/online presentation of this two-day course to provide students with the tools and know-how to assess the financial capabilities of their recipients — before, during, and after a Federal grant award. Participants will receive instruction on the ability to know when and how to evaluate recipients, conduct risk assessments, and monitor activities through financial statements, audit reports, and cost analysis. Participants will learn to apply effective methods and leverage the tools and resources to take on the responsibility of protecting grant funds.

Topics include:

• Evaluating Financial Capability

• Conducting a Cost Analysis of a Grant Budget

• Reviewing Business Management Systems

3.Course Description: Overview of National Grants Policy and Law

Course Duration: 2 Days (16 CLPs)

A virtual/online presentation of this two-day course in to provide students with knowledge on 2 CFR Part 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards forms the backbone of Federal financial assistance policy and law, grants awarding agencies and grants recipients are also subject to a number of other Federal policies, statutes and regulations. This two-day course provides an introductory overview of these requirements.

Topics include:

• Compliance with 2 CFR Part 200;

• Agency-specific flexibility and inflexibility;

• Awardee eligibility;

• Davis-Bacon, labor standards, and prevailing wages;

• Equal Employment Opportunity;

• Anti-kickback requirements;

• Byrd anti-lobbying requirements;

• National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and other environmental requirements; and

• Anti-local geographical contracting policy.

Course Dates As Follows:

Cost Principles for Federal Grants: 2 CFR Part 200 (Subpart E) and FAR 31.2
March 25 and 26, 2020

Evaluating Federal Funds (Financial) Management Capabilities of Recipients
April 29 & 30, 2020

Overview of National Grants Policy and Law
May13 and 14, 2020

Qualifications

The Financial Assistance Course Developer / Instructor shall have consecutive employment in a position with comparable responsibilities within the past four (4) years, Must be able to use a computer to communicate via email; and proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Word/Excel/Power point) and related tools and technology required for the position.  Work products shall be thorough, accurate, appropriately documented, and comply with established criteria. The candidate shall ensure that duties are performed in a competent and professional manner that meets milestones/delivery schedules as outlined.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required:  Bachelor's degree or  equivalent from an accredited college or university in a relevant field with at least 4 years of experience with demonstrated understanding of program management, education, mathematics, financial literacy and/or planning, and organization of large conferences or training sessions. Bilingual candidates strongly preferred.

• Bachelor's degree required; Masters degree preferred in a relevant field or related subject.
• Certificate to teach in the applicants state of residency is preferred. 
• At least 4 years of experience providing communication, education, and knowledge management expertise, preferably with a background in mathematics or financial literacy training.
• Experience working with people of different socioeconomic backgrounds and education levels preferred.
• Experience in data collection, analysis, and written reports summarizing data collected.
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively both individually and as a member of a team.
• Candidate must have strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to propose possible resolutions to complex managerial or operational problems.
• Demonstrated expertise in knowledge management.
• Demonstrated pro-activity, attention to detail, working within deadlines, and ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, English verbal, written, editing, research, and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with Section 504 and Section 508 disability requirements and accommodations.
• Proficiency in MS Office Applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel)

Work products shall be thorough, accurate, appropriately documented, and comply with established criteria. The candidate shall ensure that duties are performed in a competent and professional manner that meets milestones/delivery schedules as outlined.

TRAVEL:  No Travel Required. Virtual Position

LOCATION:  Remote

Additional Information

CORE COMPETENCIES

* Teamwork – ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leader

* Leadership – ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives

* Business Acumen – understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people

* Communication – ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing

* Motivation – persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions

* Agility – ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streams

* Judgment – exercises prudence and insight in decision-making process while mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications

* Organization – ability to manage projects and activity, and prioritize tasks

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OTHER REQUIREMENTS

* Business Tools – understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office.  The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.

* Business Tools – understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office.  The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.

* Commitment - to work with smart, interesting people with diverse backgrounds to solve the biggest challenges across private, public and social sectors

* Curiosity – the ideal candidate exhibits an inquisitive nature and the ability to question the status quo among a community of people they enjoy and teams that work well together

* Humility – exhibits grace in success and failure while doing meaningful work where skills have impact and make a difference

* Willingness - to constantly learn, share, and grow and to view the world as their classroom