Advisor, Grants & Contracts Compliance (P3)

Save the Children•Fairfield, CT

15h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Advisor, Grants & Contracts Compliance serves as a trusted compliance resource for Save the Children stakeholders. The role provides guidance on donor rules and regulations, supports proposal development and award administration, and strengthens organizational capacity for donor compliance. It maintains expertise across public and private donors and supports responsible stewardship and sustainable growth of private funding partnerships. The position manages an assigned portfolio of grants, cooperative agreements, contracts, and other donor-funded awards. It reviews proposals, awards, subawards, modifications, and related documents; identifies compliance risks; advises stakeholders across the award lifecycle; supports donor negotiations; and maintains compliance resources and award records. The Advisor collaborates across Save the Children US and Save the Children International, monitors donor requirements, and contributes to policies, procedures, tools, and process improvements. The role also participates in cross-functional projects, communicates regulatory updates and best practices, and supports the development and delivery of training and practical guidance for colleagues and stakeholders. The position is hybrid and may be based at the Washington, DC; Fairfield, CT; or Lexington, KY office. Domestic and international travel of up to 15–20% is required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, plus at least 5 years of relevant experience.
Demonstrated experience in grants and contracts compliance and award administration for U.S. Government agencies, United Nations agencies, foundations, corporate donors, multilateral organizations, The Global Fund, development finance institutions, or other institutional funders.
Knowledge of U.S. Government assistance regulations, including 2 CFR 200 and agency-specific requirements, and ability to interpret and apply donor rules across funding mechanisms.
Experience reviewing and interpreting donor terms and conditions, budgets, awards, modifications, and subawards for compliance with donor and organizational requirements.
Experience supporting donor negotiations and advising on donor rules, regulations, and compliance requirements.
Knowledge of grants and contracts management functions, including subaward administration, procurement, cost allowability, risk assessment, and compliance monitoring.
Ability to analyze compliance issues, identify risks, and develop practical solutions with stakeholders.
Ability to accurately review and assess data quality in award management and/or financial systems and identify and resolve issues.
Strong communication, relationship management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
Ability to translate complex donor requirements into clear, practical guidance and training materials for diverse audiences.
Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 15–20%.
Professional proficiency in MS Office suite.
Professional proficiency in spoken and written English.

Nice To Haves

Professional proficiency in one or more additional languages, such as French or Spanish.
Relevant professional certification in grants management, contracts management, compliance, project management, or a related field.
Experience supporting international development or humanitarian programs in multiple countries.

Responsibilities

Manage an assigned portfolio of grants, cooperative agreements, contracts, and other donor-funded awards, ensuring compliance with donor requirements and organizational policies.
Review cost proposals, awards, subawards, modifications, and related documentation for compliance with donor regulations and internal procedures.
Identify compliance risks and provide practical, risk-based recommendations for solicitations, proposals, awards, subawards, and modifications.
Advise stakeholders on donor compliance requirements throughout the award lifecycle and support collaboration across departments and with donors.
Provide compliance support during donor negotiations concerning award terms, compliance requirements, and modifications.
Maintain and update compliance tools, templates, guidance documents, and award management records.
Collaborate with Save the Children US and Save the Children International stakeholders to promote understanding and consistent application of donor compliance requirements.
Monitor and analyze new or revised donor requirements and contribute to guidance, tools, policies, procedures, and process improvements.
Support compliance efforts for public and private funding opportunities, including foundation, corporate, and multilateral donor funding.
Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives to strengthen grants and contracts management practices and compliance infrastructure.
Build and maintain working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support collaboration and problem-solving.
Communicate compliance guidance, regulatory updates, and best practices across the organization.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies based on donor requirements, industry practices, and organizational needs.
Support development and delivery of training on grants and contracts administration, donor regulations, and compliance best practices.
Provide guidance on donor compliance requirements and organizational processes.
Develop and maintain resources, tools, and job aids that strengthen organizational knowledge and capacity.
Translate complex donor requirements into clear, practical guidance for diverse audiences.
Travel domestically and internationally up to 15–20% for training, capacity building, stakeholder engagement, and other organizational priorities.

Benefits

Flexible schedules and generous paid time off.
11 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays.
Hybrid working opportunities.
Competitive health care, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families.
Paid caregiver, parental/adoption, critical child illness, and fertility-related leaves.
Annual merit increases and/or additional incentives for eligible employees.
Retirement savings plan with employer contributions after one year.
15 safety and wellness days annually (prorated to 8 days for employees hired on or after July 1).
Mental health benefits and support through Calm and company-hosted events.
Employee Assistance Program with free and confidential assessments, short-term counseling, referrals, and follow-up services.
Internal and external learning and development opportunities and mentorships.
Competitive compensation.