Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action – helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within. Now, and for the future. We help people overcome poverty and conflict. Working with communities, we leverage local logic to help people transform their lives.
To grow more food, earn higher incomes and ultimately advocate for their needs. We see global challenges as an invitation to pioneer innovative, sustainable solutions
The Grants Compliance Support Unit (GCSU) provides support to Mercy Corps’ Country Office and Global Support Team operations through its subject matter expertise in the interpretation and application of donor regulations and related internal policies.
Areas of support include: (1) donor regulations training for our teams and key partners, (2) technical guidance through consultation and complex program collaboration, (3) creation and maintenance of award compliance materials and templates, (4) support for subaward administration, with an emphasis on drafting compliant subaward agreements and modifications, and (5) USG contract compliance (system and policy).
Our mission is to increase the level of knowledge and availability of tools and resources to promote the highest possible standards of accountability, transparency, efficiency, and donor compliance.
US government (USG) contracting is a new area key to Mercy Corps’ operating model and this position will manage the multi-sectoral change initiatives required to pursue and execute on USG contracts/acquisition instruments. The role will also support guidance on proposals for contracts with a view on implementation and compliance to support Mercy Corps’ strategic plan.
Director, Contract Compliance will be responsible for training and mentoring staff within GCSU and other teams to support successful contract proposal development and implementation.
Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our program participants, community partners, other stakeholders, and to international standards guiding international relief and development work.
We are committed to actively engaging communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.
Government and other donor-funded grants is required.
The successful Director Contract Compliance will have expert knowledge of the regulations governing US government contracts.
They can effectively balance strong internal controls with the timely and efficient delivery of programs to Mercy Corps’ beneficiaries.
This person brings strong leadership, project management, training and mentoring skills and is able to establish and meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members. This position will need to work successfully across functions in a matrixed international organization. They will have excellent verbal and written communication with both financial and non-financial audiences and are able to communicate contract compliance concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
Success will be based on a positive attitude, strong work ethic and high integrity.
The position requires up to 15% travel to support country programs, which may include travel to insecure locations where freedom of movement is limited and areas where amenities are limited.
Achieving our mission begins with how we build our team and work together.
Through our commitment to enriching our organization with people of different origins, beliefs, backgrounds, and ways of thinking, we are better able to leverage the collective power of our teams and solve the world’s most complex challenges.
We strive for a culture of trust and respect, where everyone contributes their perspectives and authentic selves, reaches their potential as individuals and teams, and collaborates to do the best work of their lives.
Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination on any basis.
We actively seek out diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills so that we can be collectively stronger and have sustained global impact.
We are committed to providing an environment of respect and psychological safety where equal employment opportunities are available to all.
We do not engage in or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability (including HIV/AIDS status), marital status, military veteran status or any other protected group in the locations where we work.
Mercy Corps is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants or others, are treated with respect and dignity.
We are committed to the core principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse laid out by the UN Secretary General and IASC and have signed on to the Interagency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members.
As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect local laws and customs, and to adhere to Mercy Corps Code of Conduct Policies and values at all times.
Team members are required to complete mandatory Code of Conduct elearning courses upon hire and on an annual basis.
Our screening process is designed to be transparent and completed in partnership with new Team Members.
You will have the opportunity to disclose any prior convictions at the conclusion of the recruitment process before the check is initiated.
We ask that you do not disclose any prior convictions in your application materials or during the recruitment process.
Mercy Corps has determined that, in an effort to protect the health, safety, and well-being of all Mercy Corps employees working in the United States, all U.S.-based employees must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, regardless of prior COVID-19 infection status.
This policy is necessary to ensure not only the safety of our workforce, but the ongoing functionality of the organization.
For new employees this requirement goes into effect within 10 business days of employment. Team members that travel are expected to comply with host-country requirements, including vaccinations.
Failure to comply may impact your employment.
Proof of vaccination or exemption must be provided.
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