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Showing posts with label grant management. Show all posts
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Program Coordinator of Immunization Initiatives, American Academy of Pediatrics - Hybrid (Itasca, IL)

 

At a glance
Paid
Hybrid, based in Itasca, Illinois, United States
Work in person for part of the week, from the location
Job
Full-time
US work authorization required

Would you like to work at one of the nation’s most respected, mission-driven organizations? If so, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is seeking a Program Coordinator, Immunization Initiatives to provide administrative support and coordinate assigned activities to support the completion of outcomes specific to projects supporting immunization program needs of pediatric healthcare clinicians and increased vaccination rates among vulnerable populations in response to emerging public health and infectious diseases threats.

 

Hours: 8:00am – 4:30pm, with a 1-hour lunch.

 

Qualifications needed:

  • Bachelor’s degree in health education, health policy, public health, social sciences, communications, or a related field or an equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience required.
  • At least two years’ related administrative or project coordination experience required, preferably related to public health programs. Experience with educational programming and online project tracking systems/database management strongly preferred. Experience working with health professionals, state- or community-based programs, and grants management highly desired.
  • Excellent organizational, time management, oral/written communication, and critical thinking skills required, including strong writing and proofreading skills.
  • Some overtime, weekend work, and travel required.

 

Some tasks include:

  • Coordinate the development and distribution of Requests for Proposals, including collation of materials to facilitate scoring, leadership review/approval, notification of applicants, and preparing check or wire transfer requests.
  • Provide technical and administrative support for project-related webinars, conference calls, meetings, and/or focus groups, including scheduling, tracking attendance, compiling agendas, and drafting meeting minutes.
  • Assist in responding to and tracking project-related technical assistance inquiries and refer inquiries to project staff and project oversight group members, as needed.
  •  Coordinate the dissemination of tools, resources, and communication materials related to cooperative agreement activities and serve as the point of contact with AAP Public Affairs staff.
  • Assist in the recruitment, tracking, and ongoing communication with immunization subject matter experts and Chapter Immunization Representatives.

 

Why work for the AAP?

  • Flexible hours and a focus on work/life balance.
  • State-of-the-art building equipped with standing desks, treadmill desks, cycle desks, on-site fitness center, and on-site exercise classes.
  • An on-site cafeteria with food costs that are subsidized by AAP.
  • Strong focus on mental health and wellness.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Competitive PTO and sick leave.
  • Annual year-end company-wide week off the last week of December.
  • Excellent parental benefits, including adoption assistance.
  • A full list of benefits can be found here (https://downloads.aap.org/DOHRAS/BenefitsAtAAP.pdf).

Hybrid work environment of 40% of work time in the office per month.

To learn more about the organization, see a full job description, and/or apply for the position, please visit https://www.aap.org/employment.

Grant Manager - Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity - Illinois

Date:  Dec 5, 2022
Location:  Springfield, IL, US, 62701-1634
Job Requisition ID:  18547
Agency :  Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity 
Closing Date/Time: 12/19/2022 
Salary:   $5536.00-$8279.00 Estimated Monthly Salary  
Job Type:   Salaried Full Time  
County:   Sangamon  
Number of Vacancies:   3  

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.


Position Overview

The Workforce Grant Managers with the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is responsible for the day-to-day workforce development project and grant management activities. This project and grant manager works under the general direction of DCEO’s Office of Employment and Training (OET) Program Managers to assist in the development and implementation of state workforce projects and manage state workforce grants including but not limited to the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act . The ideal candidate will be able to support the program development, implement program requirements, organize information, compile grant documents, provide presentations and technical assistance to grantees, and assist in evaluating program outcomes. We welcome interest applicants who can be a part of a leadership team that strives to build a strong workforce in every Illinois community.

Job Responsibilities

  1. Serves as a Grant Manager responsible for the administration workforce grants.
  2. Coordinates the Notice of Funding Opportunity Merit Review Process in accordance with the Grant Accountability and Transparency Act and the Office of Employment and Training Procedures as assigned.
  3. Develops analytical reports for evaluation of the grantee’s ability to meet service goals established for the workforce grants as directed.
  4. Provides support, coaching, and collaboration with workforce partners.
  5. Works with the OET Budget Unit and DCEO Accounting Office to establish and maintain the grant program infrastructure that is required for the management of the grants and the reporting of expenditures and obligations.
  6. Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications
  1. Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college, preferably with concentration in industrial development, business administration, economic geography, marketing or economics.
  2. Requires two years responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.

Specialized Skills

  1. Of the years of experience noted above, requires one year of experience reviewing fiscal reports and performing fiscal reconciliations, budget information or budget variance analysis.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Prefers at least 2 years professional experience with grant administration activities.

2. Prefers at least 2 years professional experience in program or grant administration.

3. Prefers at least 2 years professional experience with providing training and technical assistance.

4. Prefers at least 2 years professional experience with public presentations.

5. Prefers intermediate level proficiency utilizing Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, SharePoint, and grant reporting/tracking systems.

Conditions of Employment

1. Requires ability to pass a name-based background check.

2. Requires possession of a valid driver’s license.

3. Requires ability to travel with some overnight stays.

 

 

 

Director of Operations for Economic Development, Chicago Central Area Committee and Alliance for Regional Development

Who: The Alliance for Regional Development and Chicago Central Area Committee (CCAC) are Chicago-based economic development organizations that collaborate on coordinated programs and led by a management team of employees and skilled consultants.

What: This position is a dual role with the Chicago Central Area Committee (CCAC) and the Alliance for Regional Development. At CACC, the Director of Operations will support the President & CEO with guiding cross-jurisdictional collaborative activities of more than 100 high-level governmental, commercial, and institutional leaders committed to improving the Milwaukee, Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana corridor’s mega-region economy in the areas of Workforce, Transportation and Water. This effort is part of a regional planning pilot project funded by the U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration and regional sponsors, in response to the recommendations of an OECD Territorial Review of the Chicago metropolitan area.

CACC responsibilities include:

East Portland Action Plan Coordinator - City of Portland, OR

Who: City of Portland, Office of Community and Civic Life.
East Portland houses the largest populations of ethnic-streams, immigrants and refugees in the City. Approximately 40% of East Portlanders identify as a person of color of which more than 25% immigrated here. More than 50%* of East Portland's population is rent burdened; meaning the household spends more than 30% of its income on housing. Twenty-eight percent of the population and 40% of the City's children live in East Portland, which represents 20% of the City's landmass. As such the East Portland Action Plan (EPAP) emerged through efforts by the City and the County to address the issues faced by East Portlanders.

This is a one of a kind program within the City of Portland with a unique governance structure that is grounded in a consensus-based decision-making model. Much of the success EPAP has experienced in their advocacy efforts is based on collective decision making to advance the 268 action items. The EPAP group of advocates is charged with providing leadership and guidance to implement the East Portland Action Plan, a guide for improving livability and prevent involuntary displacement in outer East Portland, as adopted by Portland City Council in February of 2009. The guide consists of community identified strategies to increase the allocation of resources in East Portland. The EPAP Coordinator (II) serves as the centralized hub that connects the multiple spokes of Action Plan advocacy.

What: The Program and the Advocates engaged with it value collaboration, inclusion, and flexibility. The Coordinator (II) receives program direction about implementation of the Action Plan from the community-led committees. This position is co-located with the East Portland Community Office (EPCO). EPCO values and respects EPAP governance structure and works collaboratively to advance the EPAP workplan for the implementation of the Action Plan. The EPAP Coordinator (II) is supervised by the EPCO Coordinator.

Transit Planning and Project Manager - Northern Virginia Transportation Commission (Arlington, VA)

Who: The Northern Virginia Transportation Commission (NVTC)

What: NVTC seeks a resourceful Transit Planning and Project Manager skilled in facilitating and leading regional transit planning and projects to expand high-quality, high-capacity transit across Northern Virginia. This position will provide technical expertise and project management support to NVTC’s corridor planning efforts, serve as a technical resource for regional and statewide planning efforts, and provide planning and project management expertise to support NVTC’s mission to bring the region together to plan, coordinate, and secure funding for transit systems that are financially sustainable and high performing.

Accounting and Grant Management Consultants, Evanston IL


Hurricane Recovery: Accounting, Financial and Grant Management Consultants
Download Job Announcement Here. Posted on: August 29, 2017

Help the Nation Recover from 2017’s Hurricanes

Hagerty Consulting  is a well-respected, national emergency management consulting firm that is looking for exceptional people to join its hurricane recovery efforts. Ideal candidates will have experience working in the public sector with a background in finance, economics, public policy, accounting, grant management or related area and a track record of consistent academic and professional accomplishments. We are looking for consultants who can join the team immediately and commit to long-term recovery efforts.

JOB DESCRIPTION 
The multi-billion-dollar hurricane recovery effort will require consultants to:
  • Collect, analyze, organize, and summarize financial data.
  • Provide management and analytical support to recovery efforts.
  • Perform extensive reviews of financial documentation including, but not limited to, grants, A/R & A/P records, invoices, purchase orders, requisitions, proofs of payment, withdrawals, contracts, labor / payroll records,
  • Develop methodologies to accurately account for eligible disaster-related costs and streamline delivery of disaster funds and services.
  • Prepare federal grants, cost estimates, audits and other products that support disaster response and recovery efforts.
  • Ensure compliance with standard accounting and procurement principles as well as with the applicable laws, rules, and regulations, including OMB circulars, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), etc.
  • Perform other work as required.
The consultant must be comfortable interacting directly with clients, including senior managers and executives. Must be prepared to operate in an intense, dynamic, challenging work environment and be experienced working in a team atmosphere but also able to deliver independently.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelors or Master’s Degree, preferably in Accounting, Public Policy, Economics, Business, or Finance, or related field, and 1-4+ years’ experience in consulting or public sector.
  • Ability to work well independently.
  • Advanced skills with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) and a quick learner with new software applications
  • Ability to both lead teams and be a productive supporting member of other teams.
  • Strong interpersonal, leadership, and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to interpret federal and state emergency management requirements and regulations.
  • Previous experience working with the FEMA Public Assistance Program or long-term community recovery is helpful, but other qualified candidates will be considered. Candidates without experience will receive training.
  • Outstanding written and verbal communications skills.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen and be able to successfully complete a background and criminal history check.
  • Must be local to affected areas, or willing to relocate to client site. Official travel may be authorized for candidates that meet client/firm requirements.
Those individuals who work best with Hagerty are self-starters, have strong core competencies (e.g., writing, analysis, oral communication, presentation, professionalism) and are comfortable working in challenging environments with minimal oversight. Other needed attributes:
  • Flexibility, integrity, teamwork, and an unwavering commitment to excellence in all endeavors.
  • Interest in helping public sector agencies succeed.
  • Ability to stay calm and poised under pressure and remain focused when working under tight deadlines.
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This opportunity is open to candidates that desire either full-time employment with benefits or independent contract work paid at a competitive hourly rate.  Must be eligible to work in the United States and be able to successfully complete a background and criminal history check.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter (including salary expectation and geographic preference), and resume using the Apply Now button.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Hagerty Consulting, Inc. is fully committed to a strong equal opportunity program. As such, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Hagerty Consulting does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable federal or state law.



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Hurricane Recovery with Hagerty Consulting - Evanston IL

HELP THE NATION RECOVER FROM 2017’S HURRICANES

Hagerty Consulting (www.hagertyconsulting.com) is one of the nation’s leading emergency management consulting firms. Known for its public spirit, innovative thinking, problem solving, and exceptional people, Hagerty is sought after to work on some of the largest, most complex, emergency management issues related to housing disaster victims, rebuilding communities, obtaining billion-dollar federal loans and grants, and creating more resilient cities. Due to what may arguably be the nation’s worst natural disasters, Hagerty is currently recruiting the following types of professionals:
  • Management Consultants
  • Accountants, CPAs, Data Analysts, and Grant Managers
  • Community Planners and City Management Experts
  • Housing Specialists
  • Insurance Specialists
  • Infrastructure Specialists (Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Cost Estimating)
  • HUD CDBG Specialists
  • FEMA Public Assistance and Hazard Mitigation Specialists
  • Project Management Professionals
Requirements: We will consider recent graduates through senior professionals with 40+ years of experience. You must have: a history of achievement academically and professionally; strong core competencies, including attention to detail, excellent judgement, professionalism, as well as strong analysis, logical reasoning, oral and written communication, and problem-solving skills. Additionally, you must be highly flexible and able to work effectively on teams, take direction, and show initiative. If you’re applying for a technical or programmatic area, you must demonstrate technical and programmatic knowledge, achievement, and depth. To the extent possible, we prefer candidates from the affected disaster areas. Official travel may be authorized for candidates that meet client/firm requirements. Candidates must be available on short notice for deployment and willing to see the project through duration.
Job Description: Selected candidates will be assigned to work on one of the key recovery missions including housing, infrastructure, or grants. Our clients include federal, state, and local partners. You will work in a demanding, dynamic, and challenging environment, under tight deadlines, and, at times, with limited oversight.
This opportunity is open to candidates that desire either full-time employment with benefits or independent contract work paid at a competitive hourly rate. Must be eligible to work in the United States and be able to successfully complete a background and criminal history check.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter (including salary expectation and geographic preference) and resume using the Apply Nowbutton.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Hagerty Consulting, Inc. is fully committed to a strong equal opportunity program. As such, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Hagerty Consulting does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable federal or state law.
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