Grant Specialist at AfyA Care Nigeria Limited

AfyA Care is a healthcare-specific investment and operational company with a vision to make healthcare accessible and affordable to Nigerians and Africans. We are building vertically integrated healthcare institutions that serve large urban market segments through the creation and aggregation of hospital capacity and demand for healthcare. We are a fast-growing organization and our portfolio is being built by a mix of brownfield and greenfield strategies. We currently have within our portfolio as operating companies (OpCos), Hospitals, a Health Insurer, a Diagnostics company and a HealthTech company.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Grant Specialist

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities
Grant Research and Identification:

• Identify and research potential grant opportunities from government agencies, private foundations, and other funding sources.
• Stay informed about trends and changes in grant funding and compliance requirements.
• Identify and cultivate relationships with potential funders, including venture capital firms, angel investors, and strategic partners.

Proposal Development:

• Prepare and write grant proposals, including narratives, budgets, and required documentation.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather data and information needed for proposals.
• Ensure proposals are well-organized, compelling, and submitted promptly.
• In consultation with the Finance and Strategy teams, prepare and refine pitch decks, financial projections, and other fundraising materials.

Grant Administration:

• Manage and monitor grant budgets, ensuring expenditures are aligned with grant requirements and organizational policies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of grant applications, approvals, and reports.
• Prepare and submit grant reports and other documentation as required by funders.
• Compliance and Reporting
• Ensure compliance with all grant terms, conditions, and regulations.
• Conduct regular reviews of grant-funded projects and/or initiatives to ensure adherence to funding guidelines.
• Provide guidance and support to project teams on compliance issues.

Communication and Liaison:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for grant-related inquiries from funders and stakeholders.
• Build and maintain relationships with funders, partners, and internal teams.
• Prepare and present grant updates and reports to management and the Board of Directors as needed.
• Stay informed about fundraising trends and opportunities in the African healthcare and health technology sectors.

Training and Support:

• Provide training and support to staff on grant-related processes and best practices.
• Assist with the development of grant-related policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of the African investment landscape, particularly in West Africa.
• Strong financial modelling and analytical skills.
• Proven track record of successfully raising capital for startups, preferably in the healthcare, tech, or e-commerce sector.
• Excellent network of investor contacts in relevant sectors.
• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to analyze and interpret grant guidelines and regulations.
• Proficiency in grant management software and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.