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Wilmington, De, Us

United States

Wilmington, Delaware, United States

Wilmington, Delaware, United States

In my role as a Grant Specialist, I have developed a robust skill set in grant management, encompassing various critical tasks. Collaborating with the technical team, I have proficiently prepared Request for Application (RFA) and Request for Proposal (RFP) documents. My responsibilities extend to a meticulous review of applications and proposals to ensure document completeness and a strategic evaluation of technical versus economic aspects to prevent unnecessary modifications. I excel in conducting detailed cost analyses of budgets, ensuring the reasonableness, allowability, and allocability of proposed cost elements. As a key player in the pre-award phase, I am adept at preparing risk assessments, making well-founded decisions, and implementing mitigating actions. My role involves negotiating economic applications to ensure fair and reasonable costs for proposed activities and overseeing the preparation of contractual documents, including budget development, negotiation memorandums, fixed-price and standard agreements, and modifications. Working closely with the technical team, I ensure activities align with regulations and provide ongoing support to partners during implementation. I rigorously review monthly legalizations to ensure compliance with USAID regulations, diligently follow up on grant funds budgets, and adhere to DAI policies for proper execution of activities. Organizational skills are integral to my role, from creating grant folders and reviewing deliverables for consistency with agreements to organizing payment documents and documents for advances/reimbursements. Furthermore, I play a crucial role in the closeout of each grant, ensuring accurate reflection of actual outcomes and impact. My comprehensive approach includes a keen eye for detail in reviewing and organizing payment documents, invoices, certifications, and other relevant materials, further contributing to the success of grant programs.

Bogota,D.C., Capital District, Colombia

My role involved meticulously reviewing Request For Proposals (RFPs) for subcontracts, ensuring alignment with project objectives. Conducting economic evaluations of proposals submitted under RFPs was a crucial aspect of my work, where I assessed the financial viability and fairness of proposed costs for conducting various activities. I excel in negotiating economic proposals with organizations to guarantee equitable terms for all involved parties. Additionally, I am entrusted with preparing contractual documents during activity development, including negotiation memorandums, contracts, and budget modifications. My responsibilities extended to reviewing and developing consultant CV matrices for diverse consulting processes, contributing to the selection of qualified individuals. Furthermore, I played a pivotal role in ensuring compliance by meticulously reviewing deliverables or products submitted by grantees under each grant, fostering accountability and adherence to project requirements. Overall, my experience as a Subcontract Specialist reflects a comprehensive skill set in proposal evaluation, negotiation, and contractual management, coupled with a commitment to ensuring the quality and compliance of project deliverables.

Bogotá D.C., Colombia

my responsibilities were multifaceted and pivotal to the success of grant initiatives. I began by meticulously reviewing the Scope of Work, laying the foundation for the subsequent preparation of Request for Application (RFA) documents. A crucial aspect of my role involved the thorough review of both technical and economic applications, ensuring seamless synchronization and minimizing the need for unnecessary modifications in project activities. I took charge of negotiating economic applications with organizations, ensuring that proposed costs were fair and reasonable for the successful execution of all planned activities. Additionally, I played a key role in preparing contractual documents during the development phase, including negotiation memorandums, fixed-price and standard agreements, as well as contractual and budget modifications. Collaborating closely with the technical team, I ensured that project activities adhered to regulatory requirements. Furthermore, my commitment extended to assisting partners during the implementation phase, providing support to guarantee correct budget execution and the fulfillment of contractual commitments. My experience as a Grant Specialist reflects a combination of strategic planning, meticulous review processes, and collaborative efforts to ensure the effective and compliant execution of grant-funded initiatives.

Tame, Arauca, Colombia

My responsibilities were integral to the seamless execution of grant-funded activities. I spearheaded the comprehensive preparation of various documents critical to project implementation, including contracts, agreements, budgets, and modifications. My role extended beyond documentation to providing guidance and support to the regional technical team, ensuring the identification of activities with fair and reasonable budgets. I actively accompanied partners such as Joint Action Committees (JACs), Associations, the Mayor's Office, Personeria, and the Governor's Office during the implementation phase, facilitating the correct execution of activities and fostering collaborative relationships. Additionally, I played a crucial role in maintaining transparency and accountability by preparing and presenting weekly reports to the work team. These reports highlighted pending resources, offering insights into budget execution under each activity and promoting informed decision-making within the organization. My experience as a Grant Specialist reflects a blend of meticulous documentation, strategic guidance, partner collaboration, and effective communication to drive successful project outcomes.

Bogota, D.C., Capital District, Colombia

1. Grants Specialist in charge of the Cauca region2. Elaboration of contractual instruments: Contracts, Grants, and Modifications; negotiation memorandums.3. Review of budget modifications.4. Management of the MISSION system.5. Preparation of monthly reports containing the activities approved by USAID.

Bogotá, Distrito Capital, Colombia

Bogotá, Distrito Capital, Colombia

Bogota,D.C., Capital District, Colombia

Bogota,D.C., Capital District, Colombia