Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids
Program & Financial Compliance Officer, South Asia Programs
Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Program & Financial Compliance Officer, South Asia Programs
The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids is the leading advocacy organization working to reduce tobacco use and its deadly consequences in the United States and around the world. Through our Global Health Advocacy Incubator, we tackle other critical public health challenges across the globe including food and nutrition policy, injury and overdose prevention, and building resilient and equitable health systems.
Our vision is a healthier and more equitable future for all. Position Summary
The Program & Financial Compliance Officer (PFCO) of the International Grants and Contracts Department will manage a portfolio of South Asia sub-grants for the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids and the Tobacco-Free Kids Action Fund (CTFK). These Bloomberg Philanthropiesfunded grants are designed to reduce the prevalence of non-communicable diseases and death from tobacco use, obesity, cardiovascular disease, and childhood drowning. The PFCO position focuses on sub-grants supporting tobacco control efforts in South Asia, but may include other relevant health policy programs, such as NCDs. The PFCO is responsible for reviewing grant applications, including new and renewal grants, in addition to any amendments; providing programmatic and budgetary feedback and guidance to grantees; coordinating the grant negotiation process; and monitoring grantee performance including financial compliance throughout the life of the grant. This position is based in Washington, DC, and reports to the Director, International Grants and Contracts Department. *Resumes will not be accepted without a cover letter* What Youll Accomplish Carefully review, analyze, monitor, and evaluate progress of grant proposals, contracts, work plans, budgets, and reports. Provide ongoing grant monitoring and programmatic and financial support to sub-grantees to ensure consistent progress, grant processing, and reporting. Coordinate the grants negotiation and submission process and serve as the point person for new and renewal grants, in addition to sub-grant amendments. Provide accurate, timely grants summary and analysis reports, responses to inquiries, and grant histories according to reporting schedules and upon request. Work closely with the Country Director to monitor grantees and support them in meeting project goals through appropriate program design modifications. In collaboration with other staff, identify and organize appropriate technical assistance and training for grantees. Conduct grantee site visits to provide intensive programmatic guidance, in addition to the review of financial compliance. Constantly communicate with grantees via e-mail, phone, and in-person, as needed. Work with in-country staff consultants to align grants with high-level country strategies and support the development and execution of country-level advocacy campaigns. Attend coordination meetings and calls with global partners to ensure that grants reflect the needs and intended outcomes of all parties involved. Travel internationally (approximately 20%) to grantees. Work closely with sub-grantee partners, the International Grants and Contracts Department staff members, in-country consultants, and other partners to effectively implement policy measures to address public health objectives. Track regulatory changes in local jurisdictions affecting foreign donor funded grants and coordinate with stakeholders to maintain grant compliance and alignment. Perform other duties as requested.
Skills Youll Bring to the Role
Bachelors degree in public health, public policy, international development, or related degree with international focus required; Masters degree preferred. 3+ years related experience working in an international grant making organization or working on public interest or health advocacy campaigns. Demonstrated experience with budgeting and finance. Experience working with international sub-grant programs. Knowledge of foreign language(s) preferred; Bangla, Hindi and/or Urdu preferred. Strong writing and editing skills. Proficiency with computer software applications including Microsoft Word, Microsoft 365, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook. Database experience with Fluxx preferred. Demonstrated attention to detail. Excels in fast-paced team environments, while managing various projects and deadlines. Proven ability to communicate and work well across diverse cultures and countries. Ability to operate independently with moderate supervision. Eligibility to work in the United States; ability to travel internationally (up to 20%).
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The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids is the leading advocacy organization working to reduce tobacco use and its deadly consequences in the United States and around the world. Through our Global Health Advocacy Incubator, we tackle other critical public health challenges across the globe including food and nutrition policy, injury and overdose prevention, and building resilient and equitable health systems.
Our vision is a healthier and more equitable future for all. Position Summary
The Program & Financial Compliance Officer (PFCO) of the International Grants and Contracts Department will manage a portfolio of South Asia sub-grants for the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids and the Tobacco-Free Kids Action Fund (CTFK). These Bloomberg Philanthropiesfunded grants are designed to reduce the prevalence of non-communicable diseases and death from tobacco use, obesity, cardiovascular disease, and childhood drowning. The PFCO position focuses on sub-grants supporting tobacco control efforts in South Asia, but may include other relevant health policy programs, such as NCDs. The PFCO is responsible for reviewing grant applications, including new and renewal grants, in addition to any amendments; providing programmatic and budgetary feedback and guidance to grantees; coordinating the grant negotiation process; and monitoring grantee performance including financial compliance throughout the life of the grant. This position is based in Washington, DC, and reports to the Director, International Grants and Contracts Department. *Resumes will not be accepted without a cover letter* What Youll Accomplish Carefully review, analyze, monitor, and evaluate progress of grant proposals, contracts, work plans, budgets, and reports. Provide ongoing grant monitoring and programmatic and financial support to sub-grantees to ensure consistent progress, grant processing, and reporting. Coordinate the grants negotiation and submission process and serve as the point person for new and renewal grants, in addition to sub-grant amendments. Provide accurate, timely grants summary and analysis reports, responses to inquiries, and grant histories according to reporting schedules and upon request. Work closely with the Country Director to monitor grantees and support them in meeting project goals through appropriate program design modifications. In collaboration with other staff, identify and organize appropriate technical assistance and training for grantees. Conduct grantee site visits to provide intensive programmatic guidance, in addition to the review of financial compliance. Constantly communicate with grantees via e-mail, phone, and in-person, as needed. Work with in-country staff consultants to align grants with high-level country strategies and support the development and execution of country-level advocacy campaigns. Attend coordination meetings and calls with global partners to ensure that grants reflect the needs and intended outcomes of all parties involved. Travel internationally (approximately 20%) to grantees. Work closely with sub-grantee partners, the International Grants and Contracts Department staff members, in-country consultants, and other partners to effectively implement policy measures to address public health objectives. Track regulatory changes in local jurisdictions affecting foreign donor funded grants and coordinate with stakeholders to maintain grant compliance and alignment. Perform other duties as requested.
Skills Youll Bring to the Role
Bachelors degree in public health, public policy, international development, or related degree with international focus required; Masters degree preferred. 3+ years related experience working in an international grant making organization or working on public interest or health advocacy campaigns. Demonstrated experience with budgeting and finance. Experience working with international sub-grant programs. Knowledge of foreign language(s) preferred; Bangla, Hindi and/or Urdu preferred. Strong writing and editing skills. Proficiency with computer software applications including Microsoft Word, Microsoft 365, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook. Database experience with Fluxx preferred. Demonstrated attention to detail. Excels in fast-paced team environments, while managing various projects and deadlines. Proven ability to communicate and work well across diverse cultures and countries. Ability to operate independently with moderate supervision. Eligibility to work in the United States; ability to travel internationally (up to 20%).
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