JOB SUMMARY
The Grants Officer is responsible for overseeing the efficient and effective management of grants and contract-related activities. Working closely with subgrantees, the job holder will provide oversight and management of grant-making activities, including planning and application activities, contracting, day-to-day administration, report reviews for the AHI, and close-out. The Grants Officer is a key information resource responsible for ensuring effective communications with all key stakeholders
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Knowledge
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or other related business fields.
CPA (K) or ACCA certification required.
ICT proficiency in using accounting packages and ERP software.
Required Qualifications and Experience
4-6 years of experience in Accounting/Finance and Grants Management.
Experience managing grants, and donor compliance at a regional/multi-country level.
Previous experience with a grants management system preferred.
Experience developing manuals and tools for grant and sub-grant management.
Experience managing statutory and donor audits.
Substantive experience working in the NGO sector, dealing with multiple donor funds, and meeting different donor reporting requirements.
Skills and Abilities
Proven management experience in supervision ofstaff in cross-functional teams.
Exceptional verbal and written communications skills and the ability to interact effectively with others, both internally and externally.
Excellent time management skills, with the ability to perform multiple tasks and meet critical deadlines while maintaining accuracy and quality.
Apply via :
recruitment.amref.org
