Senior CDBG-DR Policy Manager - Remote

Do you ever wish the work you did mattered? Really mattered? 

ICF’s Disaster Management Division is looking for a Sr. Disaster Recovery Policy Manager to serve as a subject matter expert within the Disaster Management division.  This position is Remote in the U.S. with required travel up to 25%.

ICF's Disaster Management division works with government agencies and communities to design and implement policies and programs to promote increased resilience to disasters and to promote long-term recovery in housing, economic revitalization, and infrastructure after disaster strikes. Our functional expertise is in program management, technical assistance, training, performance measurement and evaluation, website development, and adult learning. We often work in close collaboration with ICF experts across the firm on issues related to energy efficiency and green building, infrastructure, disaster planning and recovery, financial literacy, job training, and others. All our work is done in a professional, collegial, and intellectual environment that allows individuals to pursue their passions and generate results.

As a subject matter expert, you should have in-depth experience with the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) programs as well as other applicable Federal disaster recovery programs. You will be responsible for supporting the implementation of disaster recovery projects and programs and providing strategic consulting support to housing and community development agencies throughout the United States that are implementing CDBG-DR funded disaster recovery programs. You will work onsite with senior staff, other experts, outside contractors, and junior staff to develop and implement policies and procedures for post-disaster recovery efforts. Responsibilities may also include serving as an expert on policy and regulatory issues, developing written materials, managing staff, providing training and technical assistance, and working directly with the client to provide advisory/consulting services. This is a senior level position requires the ability to think on one’s feet and adjust to an ever-changing environment. 

Key Responsibilities: 
•    Serve as a project manager and/or deputy project manager on HUD-funded disaster recovery and mitigation projects
•    Supervise and train direct and matrixed staff on policies, regulations, best practices, and effective research strategies for CDBG-DR/MIT grant management, planning and implementation projects
•    Provide subject matter expertise in disaster recovery program design and implementation, as well as pre-disaster risk mitigation measures.
•    Work as part of a team providing expert services to support housing and community development and disaster recovery efforts.
•    Provide guidance and expertise on Federal regulations (CDBG-DR, cross cutting Federal requirements, Duplication of Benefits, etc.) and translating them into the implementation of the programs.
•    Help refine program procedures and processes for implementation.
•    Work with staff to set up systems, be available to interpret and apply the regulations within the context of these systems.
•    Provide training and technical assistance in the field of housing, economic development, and/or community development.
•    Help implement CDBG-DR funded programs.
•    Provide advisory and consulting services to clients through training sessions, one-on-one conversations, and written products.
•    Develop written products and tools for grantee policies and procedures, program implementation, and design.
•    Lead or support business development activities, including by attending and presenting at conferences, through written product and content in support of capture and proposals, and presenting at oral presentations to potential clients, if needed.

Please provide an updated resume aligned to the qualifications, skills and experience required for consideration.

Must Have Qualifications: 
•    Bachelor’s degree.
•    8+ years of Disaster recovery experience.
•    8+ years of in-depth and hands-on knowledge of the CDBG/CDBG-DR programs, regulations, and implementation preferred. 
•    5+ years of experience in housing and community development programs that are implemented at the state and local level.  
•    Willing and able to travel approximately 25% depending on role and project needs.

Preferred Skills/Experience: (These may enhance candidate consideration)
•    Master's degree in Planning, Public Policy, Government, or a related discipline.
•    Experience with creation of housing and community development subject-related materials, such as training and technical assistance tools, presentations, handouts, etc.
•    Experience working in a consulting firm, development organization, or public agency preferred.
•    Experience delivering training and technical assistance to state and local government agencies.
•    Business development, sales, fundraising, and/or proposal experience. 

Professional Skills: (You bring these with you)
•    Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
•    Strong written and verbal communication skills, emotional intelligence, critical thinking skills, and integrity and ethics
•    Team player with the demonstrated ability to build organizational capability, motivate teaming partners/staff to ensure high levels of engagement, and work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
•    Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project Management Software)
•    Independent staff engagement and decision-making ability
•    Keen eye for detail
•    Self-motivated and the drive to achieve

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This job is a Section 3 eligible job opportunity. We encourage applications from individuals that are low income and/or living in Public Housing.

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