Raza Development Fund · 1 day ago

Director of Program Compliance

United States

Full-time

Remote

Director/Executive

5+ years exp

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Mónica Michelle Ballesteros

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Responsibilities

Monitor compliance with programmatic requirements for federal, state, and local grants, including CDFI Fund programs, including but not limited to Financial Assistance (FA), Community Magnet Fund (CMF), Equitable Recovery Program (ERP); Department of Education Credit Enhancement Awards; Department of Energy’s Renew America’s Schools Prize; and other funding sources. The Director will lead CDFI Fund in enterprise level reporting and Transaction Level Reports (TLR) in the CDFI Fund’s Awards Management Information System (AMIS) and any requirements for RDF’s CDFI Certification.

Lead programmatic reporting for philanthropic, corporate or other funders including annual and quarterly reports and assist RDF’s communications team with storytelling as needed.

Ensure adherence to contractual obligations, funder requirements, and programmatic goals.

Serve as the primary point of contact for any compliance-related inquiries from federal agencies, foundations, and internal stakeholders.

Develop and maintain policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all program-specific regulations and requirements.

Implement processes for monitoring and tracking compliance activities, including fund disbursements and reporting deadlines.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate compliance best practices into operational workflows.

Prepare and submit accurate, timely reports to funders, regulators, and stakeholders as required by grant agreements and program guidelines.

Maintain detailed records of compliance activities, including assessments, and corrective actions.

Conduct periodic reviews of programmatic compliance documentation to ensure ongoing alignment with requirements.

Lead cross-department collaboration to ensure accurate and high-quality reporting and compliance.

Design and deliver training programs to educate staff on programmatic compliance requirements and responsibilities.

Provide clear guidance on regulatory changes, program updates, and internal expectations.

Foster a culture of accountability and transparency in program management.

Conduct regular internal audits of programmatic activities to identify and address potential compliance risks.

Develop and oversee corrective action plans to resolve compliance issues promptly and effectively.

Qualification

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Required

5+ years of experience in compliance, program management, or grants administration, preferably in a CDFI, nonprofit, or financial institution setting.

Demonstrated expertise in managing compliance for federally funded programs (e.g., CDFI Fund, HUD, SBA).

Bachelor’s degree in public administration, finance, business, or a related field; advanced degree preferred, however demonstrated expertise and experience may substitute for formal degrees.

Strong knowledge of programmatic compliance regulations, including federal grant management (e.g., Uniform Guidance, 2 CFR Part 200).

Proven ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and reporting requirements effectively.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to engage internal and external stakeholders.

Detail-oriented and analytical, with strong problem-solving skills.

Proficiency in compliance tracking systems and software (e.g., CRM tools, grants management platforms).