Job Abstract

The World at Abt

Solving the world’s most pressing issues and improving the quality of life for people worldwide is what we do every day at Abt. Creating a more equitable world is no small task, but we are driven by big challenges.

We are a team of 3,000+ people in over 50 countries working in unison and focused on the bigger picture. Only by sharing our commitment, energy, and innovation do we affect change and push the boundaries of what’s possible. We welcome diverse ideas, backgrounds, and viewpoints – joining Abt means access to exceptional thinkers at the top of their game. ?

To thrive at Abt is to embrace flexibility and collaboration. Our open culture allows you to balance your work and personal life as needed to optimize personal well-being.?Creating a more equitable world starts from within – we look after people around the world, and we’ll do the same for you.

Ready to embrace rewarding and meaningful work? Now’s your chance.

The Opportunity

Abt seeks an Associate in our Housing and Asset Team to bring subject matter expertise to Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) funded technical assistance (TA) projects related to housing and community development planning and programs. This position will have a specific focus on helping state and local grantees who received HUD CPD funding such as HOME Investment Program (HOME), Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME-ARP, and Eviction Protection Grant Program (EPGP).

Core Responsibilities

• Develop training curriculums, using virtual and in person modalities, to expand the knowledge and skills of state and local grantees about HOME, CDBG, HOME-ARP, EPGP and other federal cross cutting requirements.

• Design tools and guidance related to compliant and impactful HOME, CDBG, HOME-ARP, and EPGP planning and implementation.

• Work cooperatively with communities and agencies to assess HOME, CDBG, HOME-ARP, and EPGP technical assistance and training needs, design effective strategies to build TA recipient capacity, and deliver training and technical assistance.

• Participate in knowledge sharing to promote cross-learning within Abt and externally.

The position also requires the ability to manage budgets, project deliverables, and timelines; build and maintain relationships with government clients and TA recipients; manage and coordinate teams; work with diverse populations; mentor and provide technical guidance to other staff; exercise initiative and lead innovation in the field; and communicate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders and partners. Candidates must be willing to work independently at times, taking full ownership of assigned tasks, and collaboratively at other times, working with a small team of TA providers and/or clients to successfully execute assignments. Candidates must be comfortable with telework technologies and work styles, since the candidate would be working with colleagues and TA recipients located throughout the country. Site travel may be requested but staff are not required to travel if they are not comfortable.

What We Value

• Candidates must demonstrate deep knowledge of the HUD CDBG, EPGP, HOME and HOME-ARP programs, participating jurisdictions (PJs) and grantee obligations under the CDBG, EPGP, HOME and HOME-ARP programs, such as through experience developing a consolidated plan and administering federal funds for a state or local government, or experience with developing and conducting trainings on HOME, CDBG, HOME-ARP, and EPGP.

In addition to HOME, CDBG, HOME-ARP, and EPGP expertise, successful candidates will have:

• Strong knowledge of one or more of the following HUD programs and cross-cutting requirements: homeless programs; fair housing requirements; Housing Choice Voucher programs and PHA administration; DRGR and IDIS. Candidates should have practical knowledge of program regulations and compliant implementation.

• Experience facilitating community-level equity and inclusion work to identify disparities and support planning processes focused on advancing equity.

• Demonstrated ability to design holistic, systems-level strategies using data-informed thinking and community input.

• Strong writing and communication skills, including ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, Abt staff and other TA provider staff, and HUD grantees and their constituents.

• Bachelor’s Degree + Nine years of relevant experience, or Master’s Degree + Seven years of relevant experience, or PhD + Four years of relevant experience

• Demonstrated knowledge of how local housing and community development needs disproportionately impact Black, Indigenous and People of Color and other marginalized populations and the ability to support communities in deeply probing these disparities and developing planning processes focused on advancing equity in fair housing programs and systems. They would have experience with centering the experience of multiple perspectives, including communities of color and of people with lived experience of poverty in planning, decision-making and implementation processes.

What We Offer

We foster an environment where you can Thrive Your Way. Our innovative total rewards programs are designed to help balance your work and personal life. The approach toward your wellbeing centers around comprehensive benefits, flexible schedules, and professional development.?

Abt Global Inc. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. US work authorization is required

This position offers an anticipated annual base salary range of approximately $105,000 to $168,000 and may vary by ten percent depending on candidate geographic location. Salary offers are made based on internal equity and market analysis.

Disclaimer: Abt will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment. ?

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