ZemiTek
Internal Control and Risk Management Specialist (USAID/BHA)
ZemiTek, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Who We AreZemiTek, LLC is a Woman-Owned, SBA-certified 8(a) Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) based in the Washington, DC metro area. We have a strong record delivering innovative and high-quality solutions. Since 2007, ZemiTek has provided technical assistance, project management, information technology (IT), knowledge management, monitoring and evaluation, training and learning development, and institutional support services.Position Description
USAID’s Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA) is the lead federal coordinator for international disaster assistance. BHA provides and coordinates U.S. Government (USG) international humanitarian assistance to save lives, alleviate human suffering, and reduce the physical, social, and economic impact of rapid and slow-onset disasters by helping people in need become more resilient to future crises. Team Credence, through the Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance Support Contract (BHASC), provides operational and administrative support to provide and coordinate humanitarian assistance and maintain 24/7 response capability.The Internal Controls and Risk Management (ICRM) Specialist will support BHA’s Internal Controls and Risk Management (ICRM) team in the Audit, Risk, and Performance Management (ARPM) Division of BHA’s Office of Humanitarian Business and Management Operations (HBMO). Working with the Risk and Internal Controls (RIC) Unit, the ICRM Specialist will strengthen internal controls throughout BHA’s global operations and implement the Agency’s Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework and tools. The ICRM Specialist will analyze the effectiveness of existing and newly implemented internal controls, create and document new controls, respond to Federal Managers Financial Integrity Act (FMFIA) requirements, track corrective action plans, and monitor significant internal control and risk weaknesses. The ICRM Specialist will also support BHA’s implementation of ERM by assessing and managing enterprise-level risk, including the development of risk profiles.The ICRM Specialist reports to the ICRM Team Lead or designee, with formal supervisory and evaluation functions performed by a Team Credence contract supervisor.Location:
Washington D.C.Work Schedule:
Full-time, Hybrid (3 days in office)Starting Salary Range:
$82,000 - $102,000 a year with the starting salary determined based on candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, and education, in addition to budget availability.Clearance:
Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.Responsibilities
Working under the guidance and technical supervision of the ICRM Team Lead or designee, the ICRM Specialist will perform the following:USG Policy and Guidance:
Maintain familiarity and working knowledge of federal and USAID management regulations and policies including, but not limited to, the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circulars, the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), U.S. Agency for International Development Acquisition Regulation (AIDAR), USAID Automated Directive Series (ADS), and the U.S. Government Accountability Office’s (GAO) Standards for Internal Controls in the Federal Government.Support BHA’s efforts to comply with any applicable laws and regulations, including the Federal Managers’ Financial Integrity Act (FMFIA), OMB Circular A-123: Management's Responsibility for Enterprise Risk Management and Internal Controls; the GAO Green Book; and USAID ADS Chapter 596 Management’s Responsibility for Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and Internal Controls.Support the development of risk assessment tools and practices to effectively monitor and actively manage BHA’s risk profile.
Portfolio Management and Research:
Research, review, and analyze existing policies and other sources of information to develop new and revised internal control measures and risk-related guidance.Maintain tracking and record-keeping systems for internal control measures and compliance issues.Evaluate existing internal control practices and recommend efficacy and accountability focused improvements.Coordinate reporting on the status of internal control projects and initiatives within USAID.Provide administrative and operational support for BHA’s risk assessment and management through USAID’s Enterprise Risk Management process.Address inquiries on risk and internal control processes, including inquiries related to tracking or analyzing program irregularity incident reports.Maintain standardized office files for principal assigned activities, such as corrective action plans, FMFIA requirements, and USAID’s ERM approach.Advise BHA staff and management on policy and options to strengthen internal controls or risk management in humanitarian programming.Contribute to the unit’s annual work plan in support of bureau strategy.
Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement:
Provide logistical support for internal control and risk management meetings.Support Internal Controls and Risk Management or ARPM leadership on data calls related to USAID’s internal control assessment and risk profile and ensure timely and appropriate responses.Organize outreach efforts such as brown bags to promote awareness of BHA’s internal controls, risk assessment, and risk management business processes.Participate in intra-office, bureau, and partner meetings as requested.Serve as a Risk Management Liaison (RML) for the bureau as requested.
Qualifications
●
Bachelor's degree
and
two (2+)
years of relevant experience, or
High school diploma
and
four (4+)
relevant years of experience. Experience must culminate in a set of responsibilities similar to those of this position.Preferred Education and Experience:●
Bachelor's degree
and
four (4+)
years of experience working in emergency relief or humanitarian assistance and working on USG-funded grants or contracts.● Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government issued Secret clearance for the duration of your employment.Additional Qualifications and Requirements:
Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to multitask and work under deadlines in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.Excellent organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.Excellent integrity and judgment, capable of prioritizing tasks and follow up on actions without prompting.Excellent reliability, ability to meet deadlines.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Suite.Risk profile or internal control analysis and experience handling sensitive information are a plus.Experience facilitating training or meetings is a plus.Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
Hybrid work environment (in-person with the ability to telework);Lifting in excess of 25 lbs, standing for long periods of time, traveling across base regularly, transporting equipment, etc.What We Believe
ZemiTek
is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant’s qualifications are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law.ZemiTek
is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, ZemiTek will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to accommodations@zemitek.com.ZemiTek
embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion and strives to build and maintain a safe environment where we celebrate diverse backgrounds, treat everyone with respect, and value the unique lived experiences each person brings based on their race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, military or veteran status, national origin, age, marital status or family status and related conditions.
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USAID’s Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA) is the lead federal coordinator for international disaster assistance. BHA provides and coordinates U.S. Government (USG) international humanitarian assistance to save lives, alleviate human suffering, and reduce the physical, social, and economic impact of rapid and slow-onset disasters by helping people in need become more resilient to future crises. Team Credence, through the Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance Support Contract (BHASC), provides operational and administrative support to provide and coordinate humanitarian assistance and maintain 24/7 response capability.The Internal Controls and Risk Management (ICRM) Specialist will support BHA’s Internal Controls and Risk Management (ICRM) team in the Audit, Risk, and Performance Management (ARPM) Division of BHA’s Office of Humanitarian Business and Management Operations (HBMO). Working with the Risk and Internal Controls (RIC) Unit, the ICRM Specialist will strengthen internal controls throughout BHA’s global operations and implement the Agency’s Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework and tools. The ICRM Specialist will analyze the effectiveness of existing and newly implemented internal controls, create and document new controls, respond to Federal Managers Financial Integrity Act (FMFIA) requirements, track corrective action plans, and monitor significant internal control and risk weaknesses. The ICRM Specialist will also support BHA’s implementation of ERM by assessing and managing enterprise-level risk, including the development of risk profiles.The ICRM Specialist reports to the ICRM Team Lead or designee, with formal supervisory and evaluation functions performed by a Team Credence contract supervisor.Location:
Washington D.C.Work Schedule:
Full-time, Hybrid (3 days in office)Starting Salary Range:
$82,000 - $102,000 a year with the starting salary determined based on candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, and education, in addition to budget availability.Clearance:
Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.Responsibilities
Working under the guidance and technical supervision of the ICRM Team Lead or designee, the ICRM Specialist will perform the following:USG Policy and Guidance:
Maintain familiarity and working knowledge of federal and USAID management regulations and policies including, but not limited to, the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circulars, the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), U.S. Agency for International Development Acquisition Regulation (AIDAR), USAID Automated Directive Series (ADS), and the U.S. Government Accountability Office’s (GAO) Standards for Internal Controls in the Federal Government.Support BHA’s efforts to comply with any applicable laws and regulations, including the Federal Managers’ Financial Integrity Act (FMFIA), OMB Circular A-123: Management's Responsibility for Enterprise Risk Management and Internal Controls; the GAO Green Book; and USAID ADS Chapter 596 Management’s Responsibility for Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and Internal Controls.Support the development of risk assessment tools and practices to effectively monitor and actively manage BHA’s risk profile.
Portfolio Management and Research:
Research, review, and analyze existing policies and other sources of information to develop new and revised internal control measures and risk-related guidance.Maintain tracking and record-keeping systems for internal control measures and compliance issues.Evaluate existing internal control practices and recommend efficacy and accountability focused improvements.Coordinate reporting on the status of internal control projects and initiatives within USAID.Provide administrative and operational support for BHA’s risk assessment and management through USAID’s Enterprise Risk Management process.Address inquiries on risk and internal control processes, including inquiries related to tracking or analyzing program irregularity incident reports.Maintain standardized office files for principal assigned activities, such as corrective action plans, FMFIA requirements, and USAID’s ERM approach.Advise BHA staff and management on policy and options to strengthen internal controls or risk management in humanitarian programming.Contribute to the unit’s annual work plan in support of bureau strategy.
Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement:
Provide logistical support for internal control and risk management meetings.Support Internal Controls and Risk Management or ARPM leadership on data calls related to USAID’s internal control assessment and risk profile and ensure timely and appropriate responses.Organize outreach efforts such as brown bags to promote awareness of BHA’s internal controls, risk assessment, and risk management business processes.Participate in intra-office, bureau, and partner meetings as requested.Serve as a Risk Management Liaison (RML) for the bureau as requested.
Qualifications
●
Bachelor's degree
and
two (2+)
years of relevant experience, or
High school diploma
and
four (4+)
relevant years of experience. Experience must culminate in a set of responsibilities similar to those of this position.Preferred Education and Experience:●
Bachelor's degree
and
four (4+)
years of experience working in emergency relief or humanitarian assistance and working on USG-funded grants or contracts.● Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government issued Secret clearance for the duration of your employment.Additional Qualifications and Requirements:
Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to multitask and work under deadlines in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.Excellent organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.Excellent integrity and judgment, capable of prioritizing tasks and follow up on actions without prompting.Excellent reliability, ability to meet deadlines.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Suite.Risk profile or internal control analysis and experience handling sensitive information are a plus.Experience facilitating training or meetings is a plus.Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
Hybrid work environment (in-person with the ability to telework);Lifting in excess of 25 lbs, standing for long periods of time, traveling across base regularly, transporting equipment, etc.What We Believe
ZemiTek
is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant’s qualifications are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law.ZemiTek
is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, ZemiTek will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to accommodations@zemitek.com.ZemiTek
embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion and strives to build and maintain a safe environment where we celebrate diverse backgrounds, treat everyone with respect, and value the unique lived experiences each person brings based on their race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, military or veteran status, national origin, age, marital status or family status and related conditions.
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