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Grants Compliance Officer

JOB TITLE: Grants Compliance Officer

LOCATION: To Be Determined

REPORTS TO: Senior Director Finance and Compliance

SUPERVISES: None

WORLD CONCERN VISION

A world transformed from poverty to the abundance of life.

WORLD CONCERN MISSION STATEMENT

World Concern partners to transform the lives of poor and marginalized people through disaster response and sustainable community development. The love of Christ compels us to pursue reconciliation and equip those we serve so that they may in turn share with others.

OVERVIEW

World Concern is a US-based Christian global disaster response and sustainable community development agency. The love of Jesus Christ compels us to join Him in spiritual reconciliation and physical transformation by expressing a culture that is boldly focused on Christ and extending opportunities to people facing the most profound human challenges of extreme poverty. We serve over 7 million people in 13 countries, focusing on food security, child protection, education, maternal and child health, microfinance, vocational training, clean water and sanitation and disaster response.

CORE VALUES

Christ-Centered: We approach our work by faith, prayerfully believing God will do the miraculous.
Servanthood: We serve our world by meeting needs practically and spiritually.
Uncompromising Integrity: We are honest, transparent, and trustworthy – reflecting Jesus in all we do.
Holy Stewardship: We honor and maximize the potential of the resources, assets, and people God has entrusted to us.
Unified Team: We are One CRISTA, united in the vision to transform lives with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Dignity: We seek to treat all people with equity and respect, celebrating and affirming their unique, God-given value as human beings.
Excellence: We strive to excel in every aspect of our work and commit to continuously learning, innovating, and improving.

POSITION SUMMARY

Guided by World Concern’s global strategic plan, the Grants Compliance Officer will assist in managing grant and contract compliance from proposal to closeout. Provide the required support to the program, operations team and field staff in report preparations to ensure compliance with donor requirements and regulations. Support World Concern (WC) in fostering adherence to global humanitarian quality and accountability standards, specifically Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS). Conduct internal audit and monitoring activities to ensure compliance standards are met. Identify opportunities and risks and make recommendations to further the organization’s commitment to operating with integrity.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

(General overview and may not include all details of responsibilities)

DUTIES

Grants Compliance

Review grants and contracts, in assigned portfolio, to ensure they comply with all requirements and stipulations, and provide recommendations as needed
Perform periodic audit function for grants to ensure proper documentation and all compliance requirements are met. Submit audit reports to WC Sr. Director of Finance and Compliance for review. Report should include recommendations for improvement
Provide working support to program, operation teams and field staff in report preparations
Develop, simplify and disseminate tools and training materials to ensure compliance standards are met while minimizing undue burden
Monitor monthly Life of Grant financial reports for compliance with specific donor compliance related indicators and seek effective solutions to mitigate risk
Review sub recipients in field offices to ensure compliance with terms of the sub-agreements, applicable donor rules and regulations
Assist with external auditors in response to grant and program audits. Keep track of reporting and audit requirements and support field offices as needed during audits. Coordinate to provide requested documentation to the WC HQ office for the organization’s annual audit, meeting deadlines as stipulated
Use a screening platform to ensure WC avoids working with unauthorized individuals and entities and conduct further research when initial screening proves insufficient
Work with CRISTA Legal to maintain a living and secure records of all screenings

Quality and Accountability

Keep abreast of relevant global industry standards to ensure conformity
Guide WC to achieve Core Humanitarian Standard on Quality and Accountability (CHS) verification
Collaborate with WC leadership to ensure conformity to CHS commitments, and conduct or coordinate audits as needed

Leadership

Regularly engage with management on compliance matters and quickly elevate for attention and action perceived or potential issues
Identify and propose improvements and modifications to the management and reporting systems. Make recommendations for remediation of any identified problems and follow up to assess results. Assist in implementation of any agreed upon systems and/or improvements
Advise and recommend to staff and management on regulatory requirements relating to U.S. Government funding and other multilateral funding institutions as required
Provide recommendations to the Area Director or Country Leaders regarding best practices and other changes based on evaluations and industry standards

Personal conduct that reflects well on World Concern and supports our personal conduct policy

Perform all duties consistent with the World Concern Mission Statement

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

CHRIST CENTERED

Profession that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior.
Lifestyle that is consistent with biblical principles.
Agreement and support of World Concern/ CRISTA Statement of faith.
Demonstrates the values of a World Concern/ CRISTA leader.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting or related field from an accredited college or university

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum five (5) years of professional work experience in business, accounting, auditing or similarly related field.
Minimum three (3) years of grant management and governance related experience, including monitoring and conducting reviews/audits
Working knowledge of U.S. Government and other multilateral donor applicable rules and regulations
Excellent communications skills: demonstrated ability to read, write and speak English fluently
Ability to meet and prioritize multiple deadlines
Great problem solving and analytical skills
Accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Demonstrated experience in exercising discretion and judgment
Experience in a cross-cultural setting and ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders
Ability to positively influence and work as part of a multi-disciplinary team

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION: N/A

SOFTWARE / EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel capability preferred

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

Urban living conditions. Field locations are often in remote areas without basic infrastructure (roads, power, water, hospitals). Must be able to endure hardships of heat, basic shelter and rough roads for periods of up to two weeks
May encounter harsh living conditions in the field.
May require working extended hours and on weekends/holidays to meet deadlines
Willingness to work a flexible schedule
May require frequent travel to WC operational areas and likely travel to the US HQ in Seattle, WA

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: N/A

EXPERIENCE

Demonstrated ability to teach and train others in small group settings
Ability to read, write and speak one or more WC operational country languages
Prior experience in sub-award management

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION: N/A

SOFTWARE / EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE: N/A

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: N/A

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What You Should Know About Grants Compliance Officer, World Concern International

Are you ready to take on a pivotal role as a Grants Compliance Officer at World Concern? This position is perfect for someone passionate about making a real difference. As a US-based Christian global disaster response agency, World Concern's mission is to transform the lives of impoverished and marginalized people worldwide. In this role, you’ll be assisting our Senior Director of Finance and Compliance in navigating the complex world of grant and contract compliance, from proposal to closeout. You’ll work closely with program teams and field staff, ensuring that all proposals align with donor regulations and maintain high humanitarian quality standards. Your sharp auditing skills will help assess compliance, while your problem-solving abilities will aid in identifying risks and recommending effective solutions. We’re looking for someone who embodies our core values—integrity, excellence, servanthood, and a commitment to treating all people with dignity and respect. With your experience in business, accounting, and grant management, you’ll be providing valuable support to our teams and helping World Concern fulfill its mission to serve over 7 million people across 13 countries. If you believe in our vision of a transformed world and passion for serving those in extreme poverty, you might just be the one we’re looking for!

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What does a Grants Compliance Officer do at World Concern?

The Grants Compliance Officer at World Concern plays a crucial role in ensuring that all grant and contract processes adhere to the organization's and donors' compliance standards. They support program teams in preparing reports, perform audits, and ensure all documentation meets compliance criteria.