Background: Company Background:
Salient Humanitarian Organization (SHO) is an independent humanitarian organization dedicated to assisting victims of natural disasters, armed conflicts, and exclusion. Grounded in principles of solidarity, justice, human dignity, equality, respect for diversity, and coexistence, SHO prioritizes support for the most vulnerable individuals.
Job Title: Grant/Program Manager – Internal
Locations: Borno, Nigeria
General Context of the Job/Project:
The Grant/Program Manager responsible in overseeing the planning, implementation, and evaluation of projects and programs. This position is vibrant for ensuring adherence to grant requirements, effective budget management/control, and fostering collaboration with stakeholders to achieve program goals and objectives.
Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement comprehensive project/program plans, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and donor requirements.
- Oversee the effective utilization of grant funds, ensuring proper budget management, financial accountability, and compliance with donor regulations.
- Lead the identification and mitigation of risks and challenges throughout the project lifecycle.
- Foster strong partnerships and collaborations with internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, and community groups.
- Monitor project progress, evaluate outcomes, and prepare timely reports for donors and internal stakeholders.
- Provide technical guidance and support to project staff, ensuring high-quality program delivery.
- Stay abreast of relevant trends, best practices, and innovations in humanitarian assistance and grant management.
- Ensure adherence to SHO’s policies, procedures, and ethical standards in all aspects of project implementation.
Essential Knowledge and Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as International Development, Public Administration, or a related discipline. A Master’s degree is preferred.
- Proven experience in grant/program management, preferably in humanitarian or development organizations.
- Strong understanding of project cycle management, including proposal development, budgeting, monitoring, and evaluation.
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal abilities, with the capacity to engage with diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Proficiency in computer applications, including MS Office suite and project management software.
- Commitment to humanitarian principles and values.
Preferred Experience:
- Prior experience working in conflict-affected or emergency settings.
- Familiarity with donor regulations and reporting requirements, particularly for humanitarian grants.
- Experience managing multi-sectoral projects involving health, WASH, shelter, livelihoods, or education interventions.
Brief Conditions:
- Salient reserves the right to close the application before the deadline if the required number of candidates is attained.
- Candidates are responsible for their own travel, accommodation, and feeding during the recruitment process.
How to Apply:
Interested internal candidates, should complete the application by click the link and attach his/her CV in the following format: “Surname-Position Applied For-Location”.
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Note:
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
SHO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are considered based on merit without discrimination based on race, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, color, national origin, marital status, or veteran status.
Deadline is 18th March, 2024
