Consultant – Grants Management Transformation

Guidehouse

. Support federal clients in improving grants management operations and program effectiveness .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $74,000 - $124,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in grants management, business analysis, and process improvement, with a strong ability to analyze data and communicate complex information effectively. Proficient in project management and stakeholder engagement, ensuring high-quality deliverables and operational effectiveness.

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Grants ManagementBusiness AnalysisProcess ImprovementProject ManagementStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Data CollectionRequirements GatheringProcess DocumentationQualitative AnalysisQuantitative AnalysisAction Item TrackingStatus ReportingProcess MappingLean MethodologyHuman-Centered Design

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteWordExcelPowerPointTeamsSharePointVisioMiro

Certifications & Qualifications

Federal Public Trust

Industry Keywords

Federal ClientsGrants AdministrationProgram EffectivenessOperational EffectivenessBusiness Process Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support federal clients in improving grants management operations and program effectiveness
Conduct research, data collection, business analysis, and stakeholder engagement to inform recommendations and decision-making
Support process improvement initiatives through current-state assessments, process documentation, requirements gathering, and analysis of business challenges
Assist with stakeholder interviews, workshops, meetings, and working sessions
Develop and maintain presentations, briefing materials, meeting summaries, reports, process documentation, and client communications
Analyze qualitative and quantitative information to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and improvement areas
Conduct analyses and quality reviews to enhance operational effectiveness, compliance, consistency, and program outcomes
Support project management activities, including action item tracking, status reporting, meeting coordination, and work planning
Contribute to recommendations improving operational effectiveness, efficiency, consistency, and stakeholder experience
Collaborate across multidisciplinary project teams while managing multiple priorities and deadlines
Deliver high-quality work products according to project standards and timelines

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal Public Trust
Bachelor's degree
Two (2) or more years of experience in consulting, business analysis, program support, project management, process improvement, grants management, or a related field
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to organize, synthesize, and communicate complex information
Experience developing client-ready deliverables, including presentations, reports, analyses, and briefing materials
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in team environments
Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities simultaneously
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint
Experience supporting federal government clients is preferred
Experience supporting grants management, grants administration, or grants-related programs is preferred
Experience with business analysis, process improvement, process documentation, process mapping, or requirements gathering is preferred
Familiarity with Lean, continuous improvement, business process management, human-centered design, or related methodologies is preferred
Experience using Visio, Miro, or similar tools is preferred
Experience facilitating meetings, stakeholder interviews, or working sessions is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Flexible benefits package
Discretionary variable incentive bonus may be available
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
Flexible work arrangements (remote option)