Zambia: Grants Manager
Country: Zambia
Closing date: 17 Oct 2014
Counterpart International is currently seeking a Grants Manager for its anticipated 5-year Fostering Accountability and Transparency in Zambia (FACT Zambia) project. The program will improve the ability of Zambian civil society organizations (CSOSs) and citizens to collaborate with selected government entities to enhance and promote transparency and accountability in the delivery of targeted public services. The first objective of the program is to encourage civic participation among Zambians by strengthening the ability of CSOs to engage with grassroots constituencies in the areas of education, health and HIV/AIDS, sustainable rural livelihoods, and environment. The second objective aims to increase and improve the engagement between citizens and government service providers in these sectors. With the support and under the supervision of the Chief of Party (COP), the Grants Manager will support the administration of grants to local CSOs. The Grants Manager should have relevant experience in grants administration, program and financial reporting, and USAID rules and regulations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Lead and mentor grants team.
• Develop and maintain grants manual.
• Institutionalize Counterpart’s grant management best practices within FACT Zambia.
• Oversee FACT Zambia grant-making process, from solicitation and selection to implementation and closeout.
o Design and oversee issuance of RFAs.
o Evaluate grant applications, including budgets and proposals.
o Negotiate and finalize sub-grant agreements.
• Monitor grantee performance per sub-grant agreement requirements.
• Ensure grantee compliance with USAID rules and regulations.
• Review grantee financial and program reports.
• Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
• A university degree in business administration, international development, or related field is required.
• At least five (5) years’ experience administering small grants in for international development programs, including experience in program design, negotiations, and reporting for civil society-related grants.
• At least four (4) years’ work experience with USAID-funded programs, including demonstrated knowledge of USG rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated knowledge of contracting and procurement regulations related to grants.
• Knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Quickbooks accounting software.
• Prior experience in Africa, and in particular in Southern or East Africa, is preferred.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, oral and written communications skills.
• Demonstrated supervisory and leadership skills, ability to work well in a team environment.
• English fluency is required.
• This is designated as a locally-hired position.
How to apply:
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