Grants Policy and Procedure Subject Matter Expert

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Job Description

We are hiring a Policy and Procedures Subject Matter Expert in support of the development of new internal Indian Affairs policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and step-down policies/guidance from Department-wide polices for awarding and administrating grants under 2 CFR 200.

This is an 8 month contract - The work will be performed remotely with potential travel required as needed for coordination with the bureau’s staff and stakeholders.

The candidate will provide comprehensive services to develop the necessary policies, procedures, and guidance as follows:

Assessment of Existing Policies, SOPs, and Guidance:
- Review approximately 60 step-down policies from the Department’s main policy.
- Analyze whether these policies need to be adopted and/or adapted for the branch
- Analyze, research, and collaborate with other bureaus within DOI to determine their approaches taken for these policies and other SOPs and guidance they provide to customers and Grants Officers.
- Assess and analyze other Department goals and guidance to recommend update to IA guidance and procedures.
Development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs):
- Develop four SOPs for Program Officers and Grants Officer/Specialists covering:
  - Awarding competitive grants
  - Awarding non-competitive grants
  - Closeout of grants
  - Proper Administration of Grants for Program and Grants staff
- Collaborate with grants officers and program offices to ensure the SOPs meet operational needs and regulatory compliance.
Creation of Step-Down Policies/Guidance:
- Draft step-down policies based on the assessment and analysis of the approximately 60 existing policies.
- Ensure that these policies reflect the requirements of 2 CFR 200 and align with the office’s operational requirements.
- If step down polices are not needed, determine if general guidance is applicable, if so, consult with the Division Chief, branch Chief, and/or Contracting Officer Representative (COR) on the need for the guidance.
Coordination and Collaboration:
- Work closely with grants officers and program offices to gather necessary information and feedback.
- Ensure alignment of policies and procedures with departmental guidelines and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with other DOI bureau to determine their approach taken.

Experience/Education: The Subject Matter Expert has industry experience in the relevant subject matter. This individual will use industry focus expertise in fulfilling the interpreted customer specification. The Subject Matter Expert is highly experienced in the applicable industry/field. The Subject Matter Expert provides thought leadership related to current and future customer plans.

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience and at least 4 years of experience

Position Details:

Clearance: Ability to Obtain a Public Trust

US Citizenship or Authorization to work in US required

Travel: < 10% (CONUS)

Centurion Consulting Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE M/F/D/V

No third parties or subcontractors

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Financial Services