Grant Manager at Widows and Orphans Empowerment Organization (WEWE) - 6 Openings

The Incorporated Trustees of Widows and Orphans Empowerment Organization [hereinafter referred to as “Widows and Orphans Empowerment Organization (WEWE)” is a local not-for-profit Non-Governmental Organization (NGO).

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Grant Manager

Locations: Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Edo and Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• S/he will provide administrative and financial management of grants to ensure compliance with donor grant processes and regulations
• S/he will analyze and evaluate grant applications and monitor expenditures of beneficiaries
• S/he will provide grantees with technical assistance in financial management, procurement, planning, and implementation of activities
• S/he will conduct training as needed, such as for various potential grantee and internal staff, etc
• S/he will conduct pre-award audits for the grantee , in addition to audits during implementation and at close-out in coordination with internal Audit and compliance.
• S/he will monitor grantees to ensure they implement and administer grants according to grant agreements and Donor regulations
• S/he will review the WEWE Grant Manual
• S/he will monitor the technical implementation of grants to ensure timely progress and according to submitted technical reports, proposed strategy, and work plans
• S/he will guide grant management as the need arises
• Perform all other tasks as assigned.

Qualification Requirements

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Accounting or Finance.
• A Master’s Degree in business administration, accounting, or finance is an added advantage.
• Professional accounting designation such as ACA/ACMA/ACCA or equivalent is an added advantage

Experience Requirements:

• Must have experience in grant management
• Five (5) years experience in grants design and administration, management, and oversight
• Experience previously working on USAID projects in the role of a Grant Manager or similar role
• Familiarity with USAID Grants Management policies and procedures

Application Closing Date
31st July, 2024.