Management Analyst II at Cherokee Federal, Washington, DC

Management Analyst II at Cherokee Federal in Washington, DC. Contract. $129,000 to $129,015 a year. Apply with swipeandhired.

Location: Washington, DC

This position requires an active Secret clearance.
Position Summary:
The Management Analyst II/Grants provides administrative and operational support in the implementation of foreign assistance programs that advance U.S. digital, cyber, and emerging technology priorities in emerging markets, in alignment with U.S. economic and national security objectives. Supporting the effective administration of federal financial assistance awards, including grants, cooperative agreements, contracts, and interagency agreements, this role assists Program Managers, Grants Officer Representatives (GOR) and Grants Officer (GO) in driving successful program implementation. The ideal candidate is well-versed in foreign assistance programming across multiple funding mechanisms, ensuring effective administration throughout the lifecycle - from pre-award review through closeout, file maintenance, fiscal review, and compliance - while staying ahead of regional cyberspace, digital freedom, and ICT trends. Strong coordination skills across interagency servicing agencies and Department Bureaus and offices are essential.
Compensation & Benefits:
Starting Salary Range for CDP/STIIC Management Analyst II/Grants: $129,000 – $129,015
Benefits That Set Us Apart
When considering your next opportunity, compensation is only part of the picture. We offer a benefits package designed to invest in your future and support your life outside of work.
Highlights include:

• Up to a 6% 401(k) company match to help you build long-term financial security
• Paid time off as part of our comprehensive benefits package, so you have the flexibility to rest, recharge, and enjoy what matters most
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus prescription drug coverage
• Basic life and AD&D insurance, with supplemental life options
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Professional development, training, and certification support
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection

Because taking care of our employees isn’t just a promise, it’s part of who we are.
Benefits are subject to change and eligibility requirements apply.
Essential Functions, Duties & Responsibilities:
Includes the following:

• Provide administrative, operational, and analytical support to the Grants Officer, Grants Officer Representative, and Program Managers implementing CDP programming, spanning the full pre-award through post-award cycle of foreign assistance awards, including grants, cooperative agreements, interagency agreements, and contracts, and encompassing the financial and business management aspects of award administration, ensuring compliance with applicable federal regulations, Department policy, and award terms and conditions.
• In consultation with program staff, evaluate changes in scopes of work, activities, or budgets negotiated between recipient organizations and Department program offices as monitoring results warrant.
• Build and maintain working relationships with the Office of Global Acquisition and finance, budget, and contract teams coordinating regularly on the processing and implementation of grants and related awards.
• Apply strong analytical skills to track funding streams and ensure appropriate disbursement to implementing partners.
• Contribute to the annual monitoring plans and guidelines, focusing on the administration and operational management dimensions of awarded programs; share relevant documentation and information with program and project staff to support effective oversight.
• Maintain official project files in accordance with Department recordkeeping requirements, ensuring accuracy and audit-readiness.
• Review pertinent audit reports for monitoring and compliance implications and coordinate necessary follow-up actions.
• Draft memos related to award administration.
• Review grantee fiscal reports, monitor recipient financial performance, and identify and help resolve compliance or risk issues.
• Coordinate with program and finance offices to execute the timely and compliant closeout of grants and cooperative agreements, contracts and interagency agreements.
• Establish and maintain internal procedures for tracking follow-up administrative actions resulting from award monitoring activities.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
No supervisory/management authority
Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Strong knowledge of federal grants management regulations (e.g., 2 CFR 200) and Department of State grants policy as well as familiarity with comparable regulations and policies surrounding contracts and interagency agreements.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex regulatory and policy requirements for foreign assistance awards administration.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail in recordkeeping, compliance tracking and audit readiness.
• Ability to support in the design of program goals, objectives, outputs, and performance measurement systems, including results frameworks, providing inputs into monitoring and evaluation planning and reporting.
• Ability to coordinate with inter-agency partners and manage complex funding systems, particularly with program offices, finance offices, and recipient organizations.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Awareness of foreign affairs and U.S. national and economic security policy priorities.
• Secret clearance is required
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal
• Must be a US Citizen.
• This position requires an active Secret clearance.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At minimum (4-7) years of experience with government management systems and procedures, government accounting and reporting, contracting and procurement, and restrictions on programming stemming from Congressional provisions (preferred).
• General understanding of ICT, cyberspace and emerging technology issues is preferred.

Work Environment:
Work is performed primarily in a climate-controlled environment.
Company Information:
Behind every government mission stands skilled, mission-driven talent: people whose expertise and dedication turn complex challenges into successful outcomes. Cherokee Nation System Solutions LLC, part of Cherokee Federal, the federal contracting division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, is that team. We modernize aging systems, deliver care where it’s needed most, and keep missions supplied, staffed, and moving across defense, intelligence, and civilian agencies. For more than 60 federal clients, we take on the work others won’t, and deliver where it counts. If that’s the kind of work you’re looking for, you’ve found your team. Learn more at cherokee-federal.com.
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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.
Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.
In compliance with Washington D.C.’s Wage Transparency Act, the estimated annual salary range for this position is $129,000 – $129,015. Actual compensation is based on qualifications and experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
Cherokee Federal is a federal contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). As required by VEVRAA, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans. Protected veterans are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.
Cherokee Federal takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.
Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities or those with sincerely held religious beliefs. To request an accommodation in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].
This position is subject to pre-employment drug testing. Cherokee Federal maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations.
This position may be contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation. The scope of the investigation will be commensurate with position requirements and applicable law.