GRANTS OFFICER

JOB PURPOSE:

This individual will be responsible for coordinating and managing the KWTRP grants lifecycle to ensure effective administration, compliance, and reporting of donor-funded projects. The role will support grant opportunity identification, proposal development, contract management, financial tracking, and post-award compliance to ensure that grants are properly managed in accordance with donor requirements and Programme policies.

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead in the development and periodic review of grants management policies and strategies and maintain an up-to-date database of all grants and related contractual agreements.
• Support the identification of funding opportunities and coordinate the preparation and submission of grant proposals in collaboration with Project Managers and technical teams.
• Review project budgets, prepare grant agreements and related documentation, and follow up on fund disbursement processes to ensure compliance with donor requirements.
• Monitor grants accounting, reporting timelines, compliance requirements, and risk issues, working closely with Project Managers and Grants Accountants to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Receive, review, and provide feedback on periodic technical and financial reports for KWTRP projects before submission to donors.
• Handle grants management correspondence and related matters in consultation with Project Managers, Grants Accountants, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance and support to staff on grants management processes and recommend improvements to existing policies and procedures where necessary.
• Supervise and support Assistant Grants Officers and contribute to capacity building in grants management through mentorship, on-the-job training, and knowledge-sharing sessions.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND CAREER EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum Bachelor’s degree in commerce, finance, accounting, or any other relevant field from a recognized university. A master’s degree will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of 5 years of overall experience with 3 Years’ experience at Supervisory level at a reputable organization.
• Demonstrable experience grant management experiences in Health research, academic, NGO, or a development organization.

Core Competencies:

• Demonstrated high levels of integrity and confidentiality.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with diverse teams and build strong relationships with donors.
• Ability to deliver quality outputs within strict timelines.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and supervisory skills.

All applicants are advised to adhere to the application guidelines for consideration. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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