Gonca Santos

Background

About Gonca Santos

As a Management and Program Analyst at the FAA Airports Financial Assistance Division at Headquarters, supported the COVID-19 Relief Grant Programs, which allocated nearly $20 billion to eligible airports around the United States and its territories to maintain their operations. Oversaw the full lifecycle of the Airport Improvement Program's grantmaking activities, ensuring that all processes, from program launch to final closeout, were efficient, compliant, and transparent. Led and coordinated grant closeouts across nine regions, facilitating weekly meetings to keep the team updated on progress and goals. Additionally, guided grants are provided to both internal and external stakeholders, facilitating clear communication and support throughout the grant-making process. Furthermore, managed inquiries in the COVID Programs Branch inbox regarding grant allocation and payments, ensuring compliance with FAA guidelines. Processed approximately reimbursement requests, disbursing around $500 million within a year. Also oversaw financial reporting for the fiscal year, reviewing and correcting Standard Financial Forms submitted by airport sponsors. Prioritized stakeholder feedback and compliance, providing management with timely recommendations while maintaining high standards of integrity and professionalism.