Chemonics seeks a long-term grants manager for the ongoing USAID Strengthening Somali Governance (SSG) project based in Mogadishu, Somalia. This position will work with the project's grants team to develop and implement a portfolio of grant activities focused on civic education and capacity building for government entities and civil society organizations. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.
Responsibilities include:
- Supervise the grants team and oversee the development and implementation of SSG's grants portfolio
- Ensure supporting project staff -- including the technical, procurement, and finance teams -- understand and implement their roles and responsibilities in the development, implementation, and closeout phases of the grants cycle, allowing for streamlined application of grants activities in the future
- Coordinate with project teams to ensure that grants funds are disbursed and managed in compliance with applicable USAID and Chemonics policies and regulations
- Oversee funding obligations, administrative management, grant applications, selection processes, negotiations, and grants awards
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required
- Minimum three years of experience in grants design and administration, management, and oversight required; grants experience in conflict zones preferred
- Familiarity with USAID contract and grants management policies and procedures
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Interest in working with an international team in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
- Fluency in English
Application Instructions:
Send electronic submissions to somaliagrants@chemonics.com by April 22, 2016. Please include Grants manager in the subject line. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.
In addition, please download and complete Chemonics’ equal employment opportunity self-identification form and submit it separately to EEOselfidentify@chemonics.com with only "Grants manager –strengthening Somali governance" in the subject line. If you prefer not to disclose your sex, race, or ethnicity, you may check “I do not wish to complete the information requested.” Thank you for completing the form and supporting our equal employment opportunity reporting requirements.
Chemonics is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age, or other legally protected characteristics.
