Sr. Grants Officer

• Posting Date: 27/04/2024
• Ref: SJOR-11
• Position: Sr. Grants Officer
• Location: Jordan
• City: Amman
• Sector: NGO
• Years of Experience 3 - 5 years of experience in grant writing and successful grant applications.
• Qualification: Bachelor’s degree. Master’s degree is preferred.
• Salary:
• Description:
  Responsibilities:

  1. Grant Proposal Development:
     • Research and identify potential funding opportunities from governmental agencies, international organizations, and other grant-making organizations.
     • Develop and write compelling grant proposals, ensuring alignment with the organization's goals and priorities.
     • Collaborate with program staff to gather relevant information and data for grant applications.
  2. Grant Initiation and Management:
     • Monitor and manage the grant application process from inception to submission, ensuring all deadlines are met.
     • Maintain a comprehensive calendar of grant deadlines and reporting requirements.
     • Preparation of progress reports for existing grants if required.
     • Conduct grants relevant capacity assessment or other requirements.
  3. Relationship Building:
     • Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with funding partners and donors.
     • Collaborate with the development team to identify new funding opportunities and strengthen existing partnerships.
  4. Research and Analysis:
     • Stay informed about trends and changes in the grant landscape, particularly in the legal aid and justice sectors.
     • Conduct regular research to identify new sources of funding and stay updated on grant-making guidelines.
     • Collaborate with company team members to understand and document needs to support projects design.
  5. Compliance:
     • Ensure compliance with all grant-related regulations and reporting requirements.
     • Work closely with finance and program staff to track and report on the use of grant funds.
  6. Organizational and Team Support:
     • Mentor, support and oversee the Grants Officer and other administrative support staff in the unit.
     • Develop recommendations to enhance the unit’s performance.

  Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree. Master’s degree is preferred.
  • 3 - 5 years of experience in grant writing and successful grant applications.
  • Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
  • Strong research, critical thinking, and analytical abilities.
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
  • Excited to learn and passionate about creating positive change in Jordanian society.
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