Posted on Fri 14th May, 2021 - hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)
Creative Associates International provides outstanding, on-the-ground development services and forges partnerships to deliver sustainable solutions to global challenges. Its experts focus on building inclusive educational systems, transitioning communities from conflict to peace, developing sustainable economic growth, engaging youth, promoting transparent elections and more. Creative is recognized for its ability to quickly adapt and excel in conflict and post-conflict environments.
We are recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Title: Grants Officer
Job ID: 2021-1948 Location: Northeast Nigeria
Background
Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic development and post-crisis stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 25 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.
Position Summary
Creative is seeking a Grants Officer for an anticipated USAID-funded education project in Northeast Nigeria. The Grants Officer will provide administrative and technical guidance and support to the Chief of Party and staff on the design of grant applications and enforcement of guidelines and regulations for project grants.
Expected Outcomes:
Ensuring efficient grants management in accordance with USAID regulations
Proper management of grant funds by grantee organizations
Development and implementation of systems to properly manage, monitor, and report grant performance in accordance with USAID and Creative policies, practices, rules and regulations.
Responsibilities
Provide grants advice to project staff on grant related matters
Facilitate grant trainings for project staff, grantees, and other external stakeholders, as applicable
Ensure the diligent use of Creative's grants management system, SMART by relevant project staff
Ensure compliance with the project's grants manual, and identify/suggest improvements to reflect project realities
Facilitate and provide advisory assistance to grant applicants on the application process
Facilitate capacity building for grantees on grants management skills, as needed
Facilitate the evaluation of grant concepts/applications for technical and budget soundness and compliance with donor regulations (ADS 302, 303, 2 CFR 200, 2 CFR 700, etc.), recommending award actions to the Chief of Party
Coordinating the issuance of awards and maintaining file documentation through the upkeep of Creative's grants management system, SMART
Facilitating the monitoring and oversight of grant implementation in coordination with M&E and program staff through verification of milestone deliverables, site visits, and other mechanisms, as applicable; and
Preparing scheduled and special reports, studies and analyses regarding the small grants program.
Qualifications
Minimum Bachelor's degree in Management, Financial Analysis or Accounting desirable; Master's degree preferred
At least four (4) years of experience with sub-grants management, including disbursement and reporting, preferably in Nigeria; minimum of three (2) years working in international development
Solid understanding of donor regulations and procedures pertaining to grants management (ADS 302, ADS 303, 2 CFR 200, 2 CFR 700, etc.)
Demonstrated ability to perform complex tasks and to prioritize multiple projects
Ability to analyze cost applications and prepare reports and recommendations on whether applicants should be funded
Ability to analyze budget line items for compliance with budget guidelines
Proven records maintenance and database management skills; and
Speaking, writing and reading fluency in English required. Fluency in Hausa, Kanuri, or other languages spoken in Northeast Nigeria preferred.