Grant Competition Specialist (Surge Support)

BLH Technologies, Inc., is seeking Grant Competition Specialists to provide surge support for federal grant competitions under a contract with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). These positions will support peak periods of activity related to the development, review, and award of grants.

This is a temporary, project-based role designed to support high-volume, time-sensitive grant competition activities, including Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) development, application review coordination, and panel support. Candidates should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines and collaborating with federal staff and reviewers.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Support drafting and coordination of NOFOs.

• Assist in responding to public inquiries following NOFO publication.

• Coordinate logistics for grant application review panels, including scheduling, materials, and communications.

• Provide support for reviewer training, including preparation of training materials and facilitation support.

• Serve in roles such as Panel Manager, supporting the administration of application reviews.

• Assist in conducting technical and risk analysis of grant applications within the funding range.

• Track and manage application review processes, documentation, and outputs.

• Coordinate with federal staff and contractors to ensure timely and accurate execution of competition activities.

• Support post-review activities, including documentation, summaries, and follow-up actions.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in related field

• Experience supporting federal grant competitions or funding opportunity processes

• Experience with application review processes, peer review panels, or grants management

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Experience coordinating meetings, trainings, or large-scale review activities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work effectively with federal staff, reviewers, and stakeholders

• Availability to support intensive, short-term surge periods, including potential extended hours during peak review cycles

Position Type: Temporary / Surge Support (anticipated 2-4 months annually, aligned with grant competition cycles)This position is contingent upon contract award and funding. Candidates may be interviewed and selected prior to award; start dates are dependent on contract execution.

Work Location: Washington, DC Metro area. May require occasional travel.