Regional Award Operations and Performance Specialist
$143.9k - $183.8k
Expert
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD
Washington, USA
HybridRequires regular availability during GMT+7 business hours and approximately 50% travel within Asia.
Contract Management
No H1B Sponsorship
US Citizenship Required
About the job
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree and at least 12 years of relevant experience, a master's degree and at least 10 years of relevant experience, a PhD and at least 8 years of relevant experience, or a high school diploma and at least 16 years of relevant experience.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance for the duration of employment.
- Ability to work in the GMT+7 time zone and spend approximately 50% of time in Asia.
- May be required to obtain a U.S. Department of State medical clearance for the duration of employment on the contract.
- Strong judgment and reliability.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and SharePoint.
- Ability to multitask and work under deadlines in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and follow up on actions without prompting.
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing circumstances.
- Willingness to assist other team members as necessary.
- Ability to meet applicable program, security, and eligibility requirements and travel requirements without employer-sponsored relocation.
Responsibilities
- Lead multiple concurrent Ministry-level (Stage 2) risk assessments for Government to Government agreements in assigned countries.
- Coordinate with the risk assessment team to finalize assessment scopes, draft risk assessment reports, prepare risk mitigation plans for Chief of Mission approval, and monitor financial management implementation, including corrective actions on risk mitigation plans.
- Establish standardized tools for planning, field work, and reporting for Ministry-level risk assessments.
- Participate in country-level fiduciary oversight, risk management support, and measurement, evaluation, and learning activities.
- Lead multiple concurrent Strategic Objective Agreement establishment efforts in assigned countries.
- Coordinate with the Strategic Objective Agreement team to finalize scopes, draft agreements, prepare approval packages for Chief of Mission approval, clear packages, and monitor financial management implementation, including corrective actions on risk mitigation plans.
- Establish standardized tools for planning, field work, and reporting for Strategic Objective Agreements.
- Advise U.S. missions on using performance-based awards to achieve assistance objectives.
- Provide expertise on health assistance areas and associated metrics and outcomes for measuring progress in strengthening health systems and combating health threats.
- Advise on compliance with policies and regulations for foreign assistance and Global Health funds.
- Provide cradle-to-grave contracts and grants lifecycle services and subject-matter expertise, supporting rapid and effective acquisition and assistance needs.
- Assist in developing and drafting documents for procurement actions for review, approval, and fund obligation by Contracting Officers, Grants Officer Directors, and Deputy Directors.
- Mentor mid-level personnel.
Desired Qualifications
- Knowledge of global health assistance programming and principles.
- Experience working in Asia.
- Technical expertise and knowledge of large procurement administration practices.
- Understanding of different procurement types and congressional funding rules and regulations.
About the company
Credence provides management, engineering, and technology solutions to the Federal Government, focusing on helping government programs that are complex and technical. Its work is delivered through an independent and objective approach, acting as a trusted partner to customers and teaming partners to achieve mission goals. The company differentiates itself through a track record of recognition in the government contracting space, a culture that emphasizes employee empowerment and a values framework of Trust, Partnership, and Success, and a commitment to delivering measurable outcomes for clients. Credence aims to support government missions by providing high-quality services that ensure project success, while also giving back to the community through charitable involvement and volunteerism.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Vienna, Virginia
Founded
2005
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Parental Leave
- Disability Insurance
- Training Programs