Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. JBS International, Inc. is focused on providing grants management support for Head Start programs. The Grants & Compliance Analyst will review grant applications, ensure compliance with federal policies, and deliver customer service to support grant recipients' operations and processes.
Responsibilities
- Review grant applications, budget modifications, supplemental applications (including change in scope and facilities requests), waiver requests, and post-award requirements for accuracy and alignment with federal policies and requirements
- Ensure grant-related analysis and documentation are accurately recorded in federal data management systems such as HSES and GrantSolutions
- Execute grant awards and related administrative actions in coordination with federal staff
- Identify performance or compliance concerns and support development of risk mitigation strategies that inform customer support service delivery
- Provide accurate guidance and customer service to support grant recipients’ compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards and grant requirements
- Support grant recipients in the development and implementation of targeted improvement strategies
- Monitor grant recipients’ progress in improving performance, progress, compliance, and accountability of their funded programs
- Apply a Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach, ensuring that oversight mechanisms evolve to support grant recipients and promote positive outcomes for children and families
- Aggregate, analyze, and present data gathered from multiple sources
- Produce high-quality written products such as memoranda, presentations, and correspondence
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, human services, public administration, or related field, from an accredited university or college
- 2 years of progressive professional experience related to early childhood programs, with a preference for Head Start/Early Head Start programs including experience in federal monitoring of early childhood programs, fiscal management of early childhood programs, facilities and/or early childhood learning environments, child health and safety, and Head Start program options, the Full Enrollment Initiative (FEI) and changes in scope (CiS)
- Experience using federal information systems including HSES, AMS, and GrantSolutions
- Demonstrate ability to work independently whilst coordinating with a larger team
- Excellent organization and time management skills
- Ability to write clearly and concisely with attention to detail and target audience focus
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
- English fluency (oral and written)
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Power BI), Smartsheet
- Ability to pass background investigations as required for access to federal facilities and systems
- Ability to sit for extended periods and operate a computer keyboard and mouse
- Must be able to see and read computer screens and printed materials
- Capable of using hands and fingers to operate equipment and perform tasks requiring precision
- Able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with team members and stakeholders
- Frequently required to stand, walk, reach, and bend to access office equipment and attend meetings
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds for short distances
- Must be able to perceive and interact with the environment using hearing and speaking skills
- Primarily works in a typical office environment, with exposure to computer screens and moderate noise levels
- Experience or training in federal interest, fiscal reporting, in-kind contributions, cost allocation, budgeting, and/or internal controls for Head Start programs
- Experience in designing, purchasing, constructing, renovating, and/or maintaining facilities that operate Head Start programs
- Experience in addressing sensitive subject matter such as child abuse and neglect
- Experience in budget analysis
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