Management Specialist Compliance Monitoring
Resume:
Cynthia A. Muhammad
Lothian, Maryland 20711
************@*****.***
SUMMARY
Senior Grants and Contract Administrator with over 20 years of experience in managing complex projects and ensuring regulatory compliance. Proven ability to develop and implement efficient grant management processes. Expert in proposal development, budget development, and compliance monitoring. Adept at adapting to evolving requirements and delivering high-quality outcomes. Known for meticulous attention to detail.
SKILLS
Proposal Submission. Organization.
Compliance Monitoring. Problem-Solving.
Grants and Contract Management. Strategic Thinking.
Proposal Budget Development. Adaptability.
Policy Analysis. Leadership.
WORK HISTORY
Grants Management Specialist
The University of the District of Columbia – Washington, DC
07/2020 to 04/2025
Manage the grant application process and submit proposals.
Develop research proposal budgets and administrative components of grant applications.
Facilitated research opportunities by supporting 208 faculty members in using Pivot-RP.
Reviewed final drafts of proposals before submission to ensure accuracy, clarity, and adherence to institutional and agency guidelines.
Implemented grants management systems to streamline grant processes.
Managed the grant application process, resulting in a higher success rate and more funds secured.
Editor
Various Freelance – Washington, DC
10/2019 to 06/2020
Adhered to strict deadlines while delivering high-quality work products within budget constraints.
Collaborated with clients and stakeholders to deliver high-quality editorial work.
Utilized strong communication skills to collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and team members
Demonstrated expertise in creating detailed technical documents for client review
Edited text for grammatical correctness, clarity, and tone
Edited existing content to ensure accuracy and clarity while maintaining style consistency
Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality editorial work.
Research and Finance Administrator
The University of Maryland – College Park, MD
07/2016 to 10/2019
Execute sponsored program administration of over $9 million in proposals and awards through all phases of the grant lifecycle.
Performed reconciliations of 75 bank accounts to ensure accurate financial records.
Developed and managed budgeting processes, ensuring the accuracy of financial data.
Senior Grant and Contract Manager
American University – Washington, DC
06/2014 to 11/2016
Manage day-to-day fiscal and administrative activities of over $26 million in sponsored research grants and contracts.
Coordinated with multiple departments to facilitate the efficient processing of grants and contracts from initiation to closure.
Negotiate and draft contracts by company policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
Read through grants, contracts, regulations, and procedural guidelines to ensure comprehension and compliance.
EDUCATION
Certificate: Leadership Fundamentals, 01/2022
Leadership Development Institute - Washington, DC
Bachelor of Arts
Corporate Communication
Aurora University, Aurora, Illinois, 08/1991
TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE
Comprehensive knowledge of OMB Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (2 CRF, Part 200); Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR); Grants.gov; NSF Research.gov; ProposalCENTRAL; NIH eRA Commons; Cayuse; Pivot-RP; Foundation Directory Online; PeopleSoft; and QuickBooks.
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; G-Suite (Google); Adobe Creative Suite; Dropbox; OneDrive; and Video conferencing applications: Zoom, Microsoft Teams, WebEx, and GoTo. Familiarity with Windows and Apple Macintosh operating systems, with the ability to adapt to ever-changing technology.
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