Grants Management Specialist IV

Overview

Join a team where innovation meets mission. Our AI, cloud, cyber, and modernization solutions save agencies thousands of hours, safeguard national security, and strengthen health and humanitarian missions worldwide. With 1,700+ team members, 1,500+ AI/data experts, and 100+ prime contracts, we deliver at scale and with purpose.

We've been recognized as a Top Workplace by The Washington Post for six consecutive years and named to the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies list in 13 of the past 14 years. Credence is a welcoming environment for those looking to grow and make a meaningful impact. We encourage employees to push boundaries and engage in solving critical, world-changing federal challenges.

Position Summary

The Humanitarian Assistance Support Contract (HASC) combines deep institutional expertise, technical leadership, and a strong commitment to U.S. missions. Through HASC, Team Credence provides operational and administrative support to the U.S. Department of State (DOS) to coordinate humanitarian assistance, disaster response, and foreign assistance efforts across multiple bureaus, maintaining a 24/7 response capability.

Credence has an immediate need for a Grants Management Specialist IV.

The Grants Management Specialist (GMS) IV is embedded within the Office of Assistance Coordination (AC) within the DOS Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs (NEA). NEA/AC is responsible for coordinating U.S. foreign assistance in the NEA region, including by providing policy direction and operating guidance to officials in Washington and at NEA posts responsible for the implementation of regional assistance programs; overseeing strategic planning, budgeting, and monitoring and evaluation for the Bureau; and providing grants management of foreign assistance awards for the NEA Bureau and overseas NEA posts.

The position supports foreign assistance efforts in the NEA region, facilitating effective and timely award management by providing both analytical and administrative support to Grants Officers (GOs) and Grants Officer Representatives (GORs). The position works closely with U.S. embassies and recipient organizations in support of U.S. foreign assistance efforts in the Middle East and North Africa. The position requires analytical expertise, knowledge of foreign assistance, and grants management skills to ensure foreign assistance resources are utilized consistent with federal regulations and Department of State policy.

Day-to-day oversight of the position will be provided by a designated DOS government technical manager (GTM), with formal supervisory and evaluation functions performed by a Team Credence contract supervisor.

Application Closing Date: The closing date for applications is Friday, November 27, 2026.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direction of designated GTM, the Grants Management Specialist IV will:

• Work closely with the GO in overseeing grants and cooperative agreements across the full award lifecycle, focusing on complex and high-risk awards. Serve as a main point of contact for implementing partners on escalated or sensitive matters and works closely with the GO and GOR.
• Provide guidance, training, and quality review to GMS II and GMS III staff, serving as a lead for junior staff.
• Lead the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) process, including posting announcements, tracking timelines, and drafting formal responses to applicant inquiries for GO and GOR approval. Oversee the receipt, logging, organization, and accurate distribution of all applications to merit review panels.
• Serve as a lead on day-to-day monitoring of active awards to confirm implementers meet programmatic, financial, and reporting requirements under award terms and conditions, 2 CFR 200, and Department policy. Track and review quarterly performance and financial reports, work plans, and monitoring and evaluation (M&E) data. Coordinate site visits, performance reviews, and substantial-involvement activities for cooperative agreements. Flag delays, discrepancies, and performance concerns to the GO and GOR with recommended corrective actions.
• Provide implementers technical guidance on compliance, reporting, and administrative requirements. Provide expert guidance on complex compliance issues, including payment request reviews, cost allowability questions, and resolving audit findings. Analyze modification requests, such as no-cost extensions, budget realignments, and amendments, and prepares required materials for GO action. Keep complete, audit-ready award files in the Department's grants management systems.
• Manage award closeout. Track final reports, reconcile financial data, confirm all deliverables are complete, and prepare closeout documentation for GO review.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Overview

Join a team where innovation meets mission. Our AI, cloud, cyber, and modernization solutions save agencies thousands of hours, safeguard national security, and strengthen health and humanitarian missions worldwide. With 1,700+ team members, 1,500+ AI/data experts, and 100+ prime contracts, we deliver at scale and with purpose.

We've been recognized as a Top Workplace by The Washington Post for six consecutive years and named to the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies list in 13 of the past 14 years. Credence is a welcoming environment for those looking to grow and make a meaningful impact. We encourage employees to push boundaries and engage in solving critical, world-changing federal challenges.

Position Summary

The Humanitarian Assistance Support Contract (HASC) combines deep institutional expertise, technical leadership, and a strong commitment to U.S. missions. Through HASC, Team Credence provides operational and administrative support to the U.S. Department of State (DOS) to coordinate humanitarian assistance, disaster response, and foreign assistance efforts across multiple bureaus, maintaining a 24/7 response capability.

Credence has an immediate need for a Grants Management Specialist IV.

The Grants Management Specialist (GMS) IV is embedded within the Office of Assistance Coordination (AC) within the DOS Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs (NEA). NEA/AC is responsible for coordinating U.S. foreign assistance in the NEA region, including by providing policy direction and operating guidance to officials in Washington and at NEA posts responsible for the implementation of regional assistance programs; overseeing strategic planning, budgeting, and monitoring and evaluation for the Bureau; and providing grants management of foreign assistance awards for the NEA Bureau and overseas NEA posts.

The position supports foreign assistance efforts in the NEA region, facilitating effective and timely award management by providing both analytical and administrative support to Grants Officers (GOs) and Grants Officer Representatives (GORs). The position works closely with U.S. embassies and recipient organizations in support of U.S. foreign assistance efforts in the Middle East and North Africa. The position requires analytical expertise, knowledge of foreign assistance, and grants management skills to ensure foreign assistance resources are utilized consistent with federal regulations and Department of State policy.

Day-to-day oversight of the position will be provided by a designated DOS government technical manager (GTM), with formal supervisory and evaluation functions performed by a Team Credence contract supervisor.

Application Closing Date: The closing date for applications is Friday, November 27, 2026.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direction of designated GTM, the Grants Management Specialist IV will:

• Work closely with the GO in overseeing grants and cooperative agreements across the full award lifecycle, focusing on complex and high-risk awards. Serve as a main point of contact for implementing partners on escalated or sensitive matters and works closely with the GO and GOR.
• Provide guidance, training, and quality review to GMS II and GMS III staff, serving as a lead for junior staff.
• Lead the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) process, including posting announcements, tracking timelines, and drafting formal responses to applicant inquiries for GO and GOR approval. Oversee the receipt, logging, organization, and accurate distribution of all applications to merit review panels.
• Serve as a lead on day-to-day monitoring of active awards to confirm implementers meet programmatic, financial, and reporting requirements under award terms and conditions, 2 CFR 200, and Department policy. Track and review quarterly performance and financial reports, work plans, and monitoring and evaluation (M&E) data. Coordinate site visits, performance reviews, and substantial-involvement activities for cooperative agreements. Flag delays, discrepancies, and performance concerns to the GO and GOR with recommended corrective actions.
• Provide implementers technical guidance on compliance, reporting, and administrative requirements. Provide expert guidance on complex compliance issues, including payment request reviews, cost allowability questions, and resolving audit findings. Analyze modification requests, such as no-cost extensions, budget realignments, and amendments, and prepares required materials for GO action. Keep complete, audit-ready award files in the Department's grants management systems.
• Manage award closeout. Track final reports, reconcile financial data, confirm all deliverables are complete, and prepare closeout documentation for GO review.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• MA/MS and 0 or more years of relevant work experience, OR
• BA/BS and 2 or more years of relevant work experience, OR
• High school diploma and 6 or more years of relevant work experience.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• MA/MS and 2 or more years of relevant work experience, OR
• BA/BS and 4 or more years of relevant work experience, OR
• High school diploma and 6 or more years of relevant work experience.

• Working knowledge of U.S. Government grant regulations and policies required. Relevant Department of State or foreign assistance management experience preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication skills with ability to present information succinctly for decision-making required.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and demonstrate professionalism in a politically sensitive environment required.
• Professional proficiency in English required; Arabic language skills preferred but not required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain at least a U.S. Government issued Secret clearance for the duration of your employment.

Other Requirements

• Possess excellent judgment and reliability;
• Have strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail;
• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Have strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and SharePoint;
• Be able to multi-task and work under deadlines in a fast-paced and collaborative environment;
• Have strong interpersonal skills, able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of different stakeholders;
• Be capable of prioritizing tasks and follow up on actions without prompting;
• Be flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances; and
• Be willing to go the extra mile and participate as an active team member who assists other team members as necessary.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• In-person work requirement with the ability to telework;
• Extended periods of sitting or standing, lifting in excess of 25 pounds, the transportation of equipment, and other physically demanding tasks may be required, depending on the specific responsibilities of the role.

Exclusion of Inherently Governmental Functions

This position shall not make or independently implement U.S. Government policy; make final recommendations that constitute Government decisions; bind or obligate the U.S. Government; exercise authority over Government personnel; make personnel selection or appointment decisions; negotiate on behalf of the U.S. Government; conduct foreign relations; approve or release official Government positions or communications; or otherwise exercise functions reserved exclusively to Government personnel. All programmatic/policy determinations, official positions, final recommendations, approvals, personnel decisions, and representations of the U.S. Government shall remain the sole responsibility of authorized Government officials.

Salary Range: $121,000 - $135,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate's experience, education, certifications, skills, and overall qualifications.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources