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Grants Management Specialist
The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfilment of the wish to return home.
The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956, and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced.
All of our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation
DRC Jordan is looking for a qualified Grants Management Specialist who will support the Head of Programmes in building and administering the country program’s portfolio of multiple grants across all locations in which DRC operates. The Specialist will assist in securing new funds by coordinating and/or leading proposal development processes and ensuring high-quality and timely donor reporting.
The Specialist provides expert advisory services and will have oversight of the DRCs Grant Management function by working closely with the programme team and providing technical advice to all team members on donor rules and regulations to ensure all programs are compliant. The Grants Management Specialist will work collaboratively with the Area and Base Managers, Technical Units , Partnerships and Communications, Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) unit, Finance, and Headquarters staff as well as externally with donors and DRC programme partners.
About the job
The individual will report directly to Head of Programme. Your main duties and responsibilities will be:
Technical Support / Specialist Adviser
· Provides expert advisory services for the specialized area of grants management and donor compliance.
· The Grants Management Specialist will work across multiple sectors/disciplines/geographic areas within the organization to contribute to organizational goals.
· Act as focal point for the Grants Management DRC Dynamics system and train relevant staff on the grants management module.
· Participates in Grants Management reference groups either at global or regional level within the areas of Grants Management to develop new standards and innovative solutions.
· Supervise the day to day work of the Grants Management Officer.
Programme Development and Coordination
· Act as the lead writer/coordinator/editor for concept notes and proposals, as needed. These will be designed in collaboration with, the Head of Programmes Area and Base managers, Technical Unit Regional Office and Head Quarter colleagues, ensuring that DRC’s programme handbook guidelines are incorporated into proposal design.
· Ensure communication between all departments (finance, program, and operations) in drafting of budgets.
· Contribute to the development of strong data collection and monitoring & evaluation plans within each proposal, including well-designed log-frames and indicators.
· Maintain up-to-date information on donor priorities and funding opportunities.
· Assist senior management in developing the humanitarian country programme strategy and coordinating the delivery of assistance.
Research, Analysis and Capacity Building
· Assist the MEAL department in conducting needs assessments and background research to guide DRC programming.
· Responsible for the implementation of DRC Jordan’s fundraising strategy, including regular donor mapping and preparing and maintaining donor engagement plans.
· Ensure DRC Grant Management Guidelines are followed and updated based on changes to systems and processes.
· Conduct visits to field locations as possible/needed.
· Undertake training for programme and operation staff on grants management and processes to enhance quality within DRC programming. This will include quality reporting and project cycle management. Also provide one-on-one support in report writing, proposal development, indicator tracking, DRC-specific tools, and other topics, as needed.
· Supervise the organization of grant start-up, quarterly review and closure meetings to ensure donor compliance, operation/program integration, logistics support, etc. in the multiple DRC office locations.
Reporting
· Manage and supervise internal and external reporting, ensuring high-quality, well-written and timely reports meeting donor and DRC requirements
· Supervise the maintenance of the grants and report tracking system to ensure all grant files are organized and well managed for planning and preparation of donor reports and project monitoring. Maintain grants and sub-grant management system, including grant files, project and financial reporting documentation, and monitoring systems and tools to ensure grant compliance.
Representation
· Assist senior management in donor liaison and communication. Represent DRC in other external meetings with stakeholders and coordination meetings.
About you
Required / Desirable
· Masters degree in international relief and development, social sciences, public health, statistics/research methods or related relevant field.
- 5 years of relevant working experience, preferably with INGOs in field locations
- Previous experience working on reports, proposals and sub-grants, and with UN, US and EU donors
- Demonstrated ability to perform complex tasks and to prioritize multiple projects;
- Ability to analyze budgets for compliance with donor budget guidelines;
- Excellent English writing skills
- Confident in Programme Cycle Management and Logical Framework Approach
- Excellent communication skills – both oral and written.
- Experience working with local partners
· Previous role as a grants manager with an INGO
· Experience working in the MENA region
- Experience working with Economic Recovery and/or Protection programming is an added advantage
· Ability to multi-task, prioritize and cope with competing demands under tight deadlines
· Ability to be proactive and work with minimal supervision
· Detail-oriented
· Strong team player
· Excellent interpersonal skills, culturally sensitive and adaptable
· Flexible, enthusiastic and willing to learn from others
· Understands humanitarian issues in Jordan and the region
· Willing to travel to project sites in Jordan
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:
Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
Demonstrating integrity: Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.
Designation of Duty Station**: Amman**
Start date: Mid of April 2020
Application process
All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered.**
Closing date for applications:21 March 2020