Overall responsibility:
To support staff within two of ACTS’ projects to manage grants, specifically their contract negotiation, grants disbursement, reporting and final close out of grants.
The two projects are as follows:
Building Institutional Capacity for Computing research in Kenya (CBICTD)
Science Granting Councils Initiative (SGCI) in Africa
Your day-to-day duties could include:
Checking applications meet funding criteria
Advising applicants about funding programs and requirements
Assessing applications against a strict set of rules
Giving information and recommendations to the decision-making panel
Keeping applicants informed about the progress of their application
Administering grant payments
Supporting a caseload of grant holders and monitoring their progress
Keeping accurate records of applications and payments
Giving presentations to publicise grant schemes
Assisting with writing and editing reports
NB: all staff may be given responsibilities outside of this generic task list by their line manager and/or senior management of ACTS as and when required.
Minimum qualifications, experience and skills
University degree. Training in development studies and project management will be an added advantage.
Appropriate work experience preferably as a grants manager already before (for 3 years)
Strong written and verbal communication skills and confidence to operate in a wide range of environments
Sound numerical skills
Sound IT skills
Person abilities and qualities
Ability to work in a team and independently as required
Ability to build and maintain excellent relationships
Ability to manage your own workload with minimal supervision
Confidence to use your judgement, take initiative and challenge when appropriate
Employment term: Full time, 24-months contract
Start date: 1 March 2019
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