Grants Compliance Manager

at  IEM International Inc

POSITION SUMMARY:

IEM is looking for Full Time- Grants Compliance Managers to support IEMs State’s Broadband Program funded by BEAD and other state and federal funds. We are seeking people experienced in Sub-Recipient Monitoring and Risk Assessment to oversee and ensure the effective and compliant management of federally funded grants and sub-recipients and ensure compliance and risk mitigation. The Grants Compliance Manager will play a crucial role in and be responsible for monitoring and ensuring adherence to federal regulations and reporting requirements related to the grant programs supporting broadband expansion at the State and subrecipient levels as well as conducting monitoring activities of sub-recipients and assessing potential risks to program success and integrity.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• This position may require travel to complete work assignments or attend meetings.

CURRENT KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Familiarity with broadband technology, infrastructure, and policy issues as well as Grants Software is a plus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, such as Finance, Compliance, or Public Administration.
• Five (5) years’ experience in grant compliance, risk assessment, or monitoring, preferably in a government or non-profit setting.
• Experience in supervising and working with a team.
• Advance to Expert knowledge of federal grant regulations, especially broadband consulting and/or broadband grant programs at the state or federal level.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to assess and address compliance and risk issues effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with sub-recipients and stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented and organized with the ability to manage complex monitoring processes and documentation.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment to achieve program goals.

• Develop and implement monitoring and risk assessment processes for sub-recipients receiving funding from the State’s Broadband Program.
• Oversee a team of compliance and reporting specialists
• Conduct regular reviews and audits of sub-recipient activities to ensure compliance with grant requirements and federal regulations.
• Assess and analyze potential risks associated with sub-recipient projects and activities and develop mitigation strategies.
• Provide guidance and training to sub-recipients on compliance, reporting, and risk management best practices.
• Collaborate with internal teams to coordinate monitoring efforts and ensure alignment with program goals and objectives.
• Identify areas of improvement in sub-recipient performance and compliance and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of monitoring activities and risk assessments for reporting and accountability purposes.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to program leadership and stakeholders to inform decision-making and program adjustments.
• Stay informed about changes in federal regulations and guidelines related to BEAD and Treasury CPF funding and adjust monitoring processes accordingly.
• Support program evaluation efforts by assessing the impact of sub-recipient activities on broadband accessibility and adoption in the state.
• Other functions may be assigned based on the changing project environment.