Cost and Pricing Manager – International Development Experience Preferred The Cost and Pricing Manager has primary responsibility to review cost proposal budgets, including cost reimbursable budgets with standard cost categories, task and activity-based budgets, and loaded labor budgets. Assures that Cost Proposals are fully responsive to the Requests for Proposals and Requests for Applications (RFP/RFA) and other notices from Funders; studies RFP/RFAs to identify and advise on issues related to submitting a proposal including financial considerations. Winrock International is a recognized leader in U.S. and international development, providing solutions to some of the world’s most complex social, agricultural and environmental challenges. Inspired by its namesake Winthrop Rockefeller, Winrock’s mission is to empower the disadvantaged, increase economic opportunity and sustain natural resources. Winrock is a nonprofit organization that implements a portfolio of more than 100 agriculture, environment and social development projects in over 40 countries. Winrock combines technical expertise with entrepreneurial innovation to improve lives around the globe. This is a fully remote role within the United States, however, the candidate will be required to work East/Central Hours.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assumes primary responsibility for the Cost Proposal as assigned from start to finish by assuring that Cost Proposals are fully responsive to the funder requirements; studies RFP/RFAs to identify and advise on issues related to submitting a proposal. Provides review of the subcontractors cost proposals, and assures that all have provided accurate and necessary information for the cost proposal per the RFA/RFP. Compiles the cost proposal documents together including the subcontractor cost proposals for final submission. Create and/or modify budget templates to be responsive to funder requirements and organizational needs. Reviews budget realignments, modification and extension budgets for ongoing projects. Completes cost analysis of all budgets and reports results and seeks approval to Sr. Management and other related staff per Delegation of Authority. Advises program staff on government and funding agency regulations and guidelines including 2 CFR200, FAR AIRAR, ADS, and Standard Provisions. Assists in the documentation of all cost assumptions and coordinate with other teams in Operations when necessary. Develops and reviews training materials, field support tools, guidance documents and facilitate trainings for the program staff Participates in new project orientations for project staff. Tracks and assists in the Cost & Pricing Metrics report.

QUALIFICATIONS AND BACKGROUND:

Education and Experience: BA/BS Degree – preferably in Finance / Business Administration or a similar discipline with 3-5 years of experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Prefer working experience with state and/or federally-funded cost proposals and template development for USDA, USAID or similar federal government funding. Knowledge of US Government regulations such as 2 CFR 200; experience with USAID, USDA, and/or DOL funding strongly preferred. Skills: Strong analytical and computer skills, especially spreadsheet and financial analysis; Excellent verbal and written communications skills including writing, editing and proof-reading in English; Demonstrated strong organizational skills, including workflow management, coordinating a variety of tasks simultaneously and demonstrating flexibility. Ability to manage priorities while maintaining attention to detail in a fast paced environment. Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment; Attention to detail; Being a team player. Demonstrated management experience; ability to demonstrate the highest level of ethical standards at all times; ability to multi-task and juggle competing priorities while ensuring quality output. As a condition of employment at Winrock, all US-based Winrock staff, regardless of location must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Winrock offers competitive pay and an excellent benefits package. Winrock is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all people and value diversity and inclusiveness.

Winrock recruits, employs, trains, promotes and compensates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, or any other basis protected by law. At Winrock we have a clear mission: Empower the disadvantaged, increase economic opportunity and sustain natural resources through unwavering dedication to accountability, equity, innovation, integrity and transformation. Winrock knows that its success comes from the hard work and steadfast dedication of its diverse workforce. Winrock remains committed to maintaining diversity, inclusion and equity across the entire organization