The People Practice – Our client, a Pan-African Organization, is recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Grant Manager
Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Contract
Job Description
- Our client, a Pan-African organization investing in the inclusion of Women, is looking to hire a Grant Manager who is responsible for managing grants and ensuring strict adherence to donor requirements.
- This role requires a highly organized and detail-oriented individual who can effectively manage grant processes, from identification, tracking, and application to grant compliance and evaluation.
- The Grant Manager must have a solid understanding of the organization’s vision and goals, and play a pivotal role in resource mobilization for programming and institutional growth, while the organization operates in full compliance with donor guidelines.
Responsibilities
Strategy and Operations:
- In collaboration with executive management and the Finance Lead, develop a resource mobilization strategy for the organization with clear and measurable goals and projections.
- Develop clear SOPs for grant management at the organization to drive effective collaboration and productivity.
- Develop a comprehensive grants database and automate tracking for improved insight and timely actions.
- Initiate and lead periodic internal strategy and briefings related to donor/grant updates, ensure access to centralized information where relevant and oversee all official internal and external documentation for the grant unit.
- Conducting research on best practices in grant writing, partnership development, and nonprofit funding strategies.
- Stay up to date with trends and developments in the grants and partnerships landscape.
Grant/ Partnership Development:
- Identify potential funding opportunities through thorough research and stay updated on grant opportunities from various sources.
- Develop grant proposals and high-quality applications, collaborating with relevant departments to ensure alignment with organizational goals and objectives. Coordinating and scheduling meetings with potential partners, both internally and externally.
- Assisting in the development and maintenance of briefs, brochures, case studies, and impact reports.
- Supporting effective communication and follow-up with potential partners.
Grant Management:
- Monitor the progress of ongoing grants, ensuring deliverables are met, and timelines are adhered to.
- Oversee timely and accurate reports for donors and stakeholders, detailing grant activities, outcomes, and financial status by coordinating various internal stakeholders such as program, finance, communications, visibility, monitoring, and evaluation.
- Partner with the finance team to ensure proper financial planning and resource optimization during the project implementation life cycle.
- Ensure active and optimal donor engagement during the programme implementation lifecycle
Compliance and Reporting:
- Stay informed about grant regulations, legal requirements, and compliance standards relevant to the organization’s funding sources.
- Ensure the organization’s programs and activities adhere to grant-specific regulations and statutory requirements.
- Establish and maintain an organized system for tracking grant-related documents, contracts, and financial records.
- Conduct internal audits to ensure compliance with grant conditions, identifying and addressing potential areas of concern.
- Collaborate with auditors and regulatory agencies during grant audits and evaluations.
- Provide training and guidance to staff members on grant compliance and reporting procedures.
Project Coordination:
- Assisting in the coordination of grant-related projects and initiatives.
- Collaborating with team members to ensure smooth implementation and execution of grant-funded programs.
- Supporting the tracking of project milestones, deliverables, and timelines.
- Assisting in the monitoring and evaluation of grant-funded projects to assess their impact and success.
- Contributing to the improvement of internal processes and tools related to grants and partnerships.
Learning and Continuous Development:
- Actively seeking opportunities for learning and professional growth in grants and partnerships.
- Participating in training sessions, workshops, and team discussions related to nonprofit funding strategies.
- Evaluate grant management processes and propose improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Keep abreast of best practices and industry trends related to grants management and compliance.
- Seeking feedback and guidance from mentors and team members to enhance skills and knowledge.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as non-profit management, business administration, communications, finance, business development, or a related discipline.
- A minimum of 4-5 years of practical experience is an added advantage and a relevant portfolio demonstrating skills should be provided.
- Experience working in Non-profit/development organization/CSR units preferably
Skills:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate ideas clearly and persuasively.
- Excellent research skills to gather relevant information and data for grant proposals and partnership development.
- Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with project management tools.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Passion for social impact and an interest in the nonprofit sector.
- Previous experience in grant writing, fundraising, or nonprofit organizations is desirable but not required.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with potential partners.
- A proactive and self-motivated attitude with a willingness to learn and take initiative.
- Knowledge of grant funding sources and databases is advantageous.
- Understanding of partnership development and collaboration strategies is a plus.
Application Closing Date
18th September, 2024.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
