Awards Officer

Samaritan's Purse; Boone (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site Medical Clinic (staff and dep.

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Long-term and Short-term disability

Paid Family Medical Leave

Term Life Insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

10 paid holidays

12 vacation/personal days

Job summary

Samaritan's Purse in Boone, NC is seeking an Awards Officer to join the Awards Management Team. The role focuses on compliance, reporting, and financial oversight for USG and other donors, ensuring award terms are met and documentation is complete.

You will collaborate with projects staff, train personnel on award rules, monitor budgets, and coordinate sub-awards while traveling domestically about 18 days per year.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, International Development, or related field with 3+ years of related experience.
• Experience with U.S. Government and major donors preferred, and biblical studies coursework.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, interpret, and advise on reporting and compliance for all awarded programs.
• Develop procedures and documentation for award compliance and management.
• Monitor expenditures vs. budget to ensure program financial integrity.
• Coordinate with awards and country teams for sub-award programs and reporting.
• Provide staff training on award rules and internal procedures.

Skills

Financial analysis

Reporting & documentation

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Attention to detail

Program management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, International Development, or related field

Job description

Location: Boone, NC, United States
Job ID: 17754
Date Posted: Sep 9, 2026

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What do we believe?

Demonstrate Biblical Integrity

At Samaritan's Purse, the Gospel is the center of all we do! We start each day with a time of devotions and prayer for each other, our staff, and volunteers who serve around the world. As a faith-driven organization, our Statement of Faith shapes every aspect of our global work.

We are seeking an Awards Officer to join our Awards Management Team in Boone, NC. Through humanitarian work, the goal and purpose of Samaritan's Purse are to help people in Jesus' name and share the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

In the role of Awards Officer, you will have the opportunity to:

Maintain a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ

Analyze, interpret, and advise on reporting and compliance requirements for all assigned awards, including review of financial, narrative, procurement, monitoring, and transportation documentation in light of award terms, conditions, and applicable United States Government (USG) and non-USG regulations. Guides and facilitates IHQ and field staff in the development and preparation of procedures and documentation necessary for awarding agency compliance and management.

Provide general financial management, monitoring expenditures vs. budget, to ensure that financial functions support the timely, effective, and efficient implementation of programs and expenditures are compliant with awarding agencies' policies. Supports the Awards Finance Analyst with monthly draw downs of funds from the Department of Health and Human Services Payment Management System and reviews proposal budgets and financial reports to ensure accuracy.

Coordinate with assigned awards and countries to ensure Samaritan's Purse has satisfactory award and sub-award programs. Works with Projects staff to follow up on award inquiries and submissions. Ensures timely processing and archiving of periodic reports and closeout reports for assigned countries.

Stay familiar with current rules and regulations according to each awarding agency, as well as internal procedures and accounting systems.

Train appropriate staff on awarding agency rules and regulations and Samaritan's Purse internal procedures for proposal development, award management, and procurement.

Other duties as assigned

What are the qualifications?

Serve with Excellence

As a qualified candidate, you will have the following skills and experience:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, International Development, or a related field with three or more years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination. Experience with U.S. Government and other major donors is strongly preferred, along with twelve credit hours of college-level Biblical studies.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business publications, professional journals, technical procedures, governmental regulations, and other complex information, applying sound judgment to support effective ministry and organizational operations.

Ability to prepare clear reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals, and effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and the general public with professionalism and clarity.

Ability to define problems, collect and analyze data, establish relevant facts, draw valid conclusions, and make sound decisions when evaluating complex issues.

Ability to interpret and apply technical instructions presented in mathematical, diagrammatic, written, or other forms while effectively managing multiple abstract and concrete variables with accuracy and attention to detail.

What are the benefits?

Walk in Bold Faith

Samaritan's Purse is proud to offer a competitive benefits package, including:

Domestic Full Time:

On-site Medical Clinic (staff and dependents)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Long-term and Short-term disability insurance

Paid Family Medical Leave

Term Life Insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

10 paid holidays

12 vacation/personal days

Type: Full-time

Department: Projects

Travel: This position requires domestic/international travel of approximately 18 days/year

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Samaritan's Purse
PO Box 3000
Boone, NC 28607
828.262.1980.

Samaritan’s Purse is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charity. All contributions designated for specific projects shall be applied to those projects, and we may assess up to 10 percent to be used for administering the gift. Occasionally, we receive more contributions for a given project than can be wisely applied to that project. When that happens, we use these funds to meet a similar pressing need.