Grant Management and Administration Consultant - Foreign Aid / Technical Assistance Sector

Job Description

ProSidian Seeks a Foreign Aid / Technical Assistance Grants Consultant (GMA1) [Key Personnel | Program Manager - Exempt 874-1 Consultant] located: CONUS/OCONUS - Washington, DC [Remote - with focus on MCA's in Senegal | Mozambique | Morocco | Cote d'Ivoire | Kosovo | Lesotho | Indonesia | and Zambia] to provide Foreign Aid / Foreign Technical Assistance Sector related Management And Operations Solutions for Grants Management Consulting Services on behalf of The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC). 

These services are considered part of The ProSidian Foreign Aid / Technical Assistance Sector Group, with the overall focus being  Enhancing the mission through Foreign Aid / Technical Assistance to provide services, support, and technical assistance for building up and strengthening institutions that promote economic growth, open markets, and increased living standards in select countries.

JOB OVERVIEW

Provide Foreign Aid / Foreign Technical Assistance Sector-related Management And Operations Solutions for Grants Management Consulting Services on behalf of The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC).  These services are considered part of the ProSidian Foreign Aid / Technical Assistance Sector Group. The overall focus is enhancing the mission to provide services, support, and technical assistance for building and strengthening institutions that promote economic growth, open markets, and increased living standards in select countries. 

Work characterized under NAICS Code: 541611 - Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services Foreign Aid / Foreign Technical Assistance Sector Related Management And Operations Solutions for Grants Management Consulting.

The ProSidian Grants Management and Operations Expert seconded to MCC shall provide technical support to assist MCC's partner countries in implementing the MCC Program Grants Guidelines (PGG), develop and modify related templates and training manuals, and help MCAs supervise their implementation in select countries.  The scope of this requirement is to provide grants management support to assist MCC's partner countries in implementing the PGG, to develop and modify related templates and training manuals, and to help MCAs supervise their implementation in select countries. 

TARGET COUNTRIES FOR WORK PROGRAM:  Multiple countries, including but not limited to Senegal, Mozambique, Morocco, Cote d'Ivoire, Kosovo, Lesotho, Indonesia, and Zambia.

DELIVERABLES:  The ProSidian Grants Consultant shall respond and report to the MCC COR/PM on various activities and deliverables related to Grant activities and other such matters that may be needed for any specific task.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

The Grants Consultant will assist the Program Acquisition & Assistance (PAA) Practice Group Lead Sector Director (PLSD/Contract Officer's Representative (COR) or delegate (Project Monitor [PM]) and will provide the following advisory services:

• Review the PGG to incorporate best practices in grant making and other assistance instruments in the marketplace, comparing it with international donors such as USAID and World Bank, and assist with updating the PGG as required.
• Assist leadership in developing grants management policies and operating guidelines, including conducting research.
• Assist leadership in ensuring compliance with MCC and government-wide administrative requirements, policies, regulations, and statutes.
• Provide strategic advice and hands-on support to members of the PAA Practice Group on all matters related to grants issued under a Compact or Threshold program, including the development of the grant policies, operational guidance and templates, training material, and supervision of Grant Programs.
• Develop and conduct Grant training for Millennium Challenge Accounts (MCAs) and their grantees.
• Develop tools and templates for the Grants Toolkit.
• Perform any other Grants related activity as instructed by the COR/PM
• Review implementation in MCA countries of the following Grant policies and tools for MCC and advice on improvements:

1. Guidance notes on various Grants topics;
2. Template Grant Agreements and other related documents;
3. Budget preparation templates for grantees;
4. Revisions to MCA's operations procedures to include Grants processes;
5. Grants implementation monitoring and closeout processes;
6. Grants Operation Manual for MCAs;
7. Training programs and support for MCAs to implement Grant processes

Qualifications

Desired Qualifications For Foreign Aid / Technical Assistance Grant Management And Administration Consultant (Foreign Aid / Technical Assistance Sector) | Key Personnel | Program Manager - Exempt 874-1 Consultant Candidates:

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in developing Grant policies is preferred. |  Demonstrated knowledge of procurement procedures and policies is preferred.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:  International travel will be required.  MCC estimates The ProSidian Grants Consultant to travel at least two to three (2-3) times during the base performance period.  Each travel is expected to have a duration of six (6) to ten (10) working days.  The class of travel (economy or business) will depend upon MCC's travel policies.

Skills / Abilities / Education / Experience Requirements / Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university and 5 years of Grant-related experience as described below.  Or a Master's degree from an accredited university and 3 years of Grant-related experience as described below.
• Grant-Related Experience: Demonstrated experience implementing or managing multi-million-dollar Grant Programs in developing countries, working with organizations such as USAID, the U.S. Department of State, other U.S. Government agencies, private foundations, or other donor agencies.  Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.  Demonstrated experience in writing and editing documents, such as guidance documents, procedures, or policies.

Skills Required

• Ability to multi-task and pay close attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.

Competencies Required

• U.S.  Citizenship Required - You must be a United States Citizen
• Excellent oral and written communication skills (This employer participates in the e-Verify program)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, & Adobe)
• All ProSidian staff must be determined eligible for a “Facility Access Authorization” (also referred to as an “Employment Authorization”) by the USG’s designated Security Office.

Ancillary Details Of The Roles

RISK LEVEL DESIGNATION: Moderate Risk - background investigations required, and Personnel performing labor categories designated at the MODERATE or LOW-Risk Levels must be either United States Citizens or Lawful Permanent Residents of the United States.

Other Details

• Work products shall be thorough, accurate, appropriately documented, and comply with established criteria.
• All employees, in the performance of their respective responsibilities, shall conduct themselves in the highest possible standards of ethical and business conduct. 
• The candidate shall ensure that duties are performed in a competent and professional manner that meets milestones/delivery schedules as outlined.

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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 an impact and make a difference
• Willingness - to constantly learn, share, and grow and to view the world as their classroom

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