Grants Adviser

Job Posting Organization:
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organization established to assist people forced to flee their homes due to conflict and disaster. With a workforce of approximately 15,000 staff, NRC operates in 40 countries worldwide, providing life-saving and long-term assistance to millions of individuals each year. The organization is committed to defending the rights of refugees and internally displaced persons, ensuring that they receive the support they need to rebuild their lives. NRC's mission is to promote human dignity and provide aid in some of the world's most challenging environments, emphasizing the importance of accountability and high performance in its operations.

Job Overview:
The Grants Adviser position is designed to provide advanced grant management support to the Grants Manager and the implementation and operations team. The primary focus of this role is to ensure the delivery of timely and high-quality proposal development, while also identifying funding opportunities. The Grants Adviser will play a crucial role in effective grants management, ensuring compliance with both internal and donor requirements, and facilitating timely reporting. This position is integral to keeping NRC's program and support teams informed about relevant donor compliance regulations and NRC procedures. The Grants Adviser will manage donor and external reporting, coordinate grant revisions, and support donor communication by establishing effective channels for internal and external communications related to grants. Additionally, the role involves completing key mandatory activities under NRC’s Project Cycle Management (PCM) framework and fostering a culture of accountability and high performance within the organization.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Grants Adviser will have a wide range of responsibilities, including adherence to NRC policies and procedures, maintaining an overview of all grants and donor requirements, and leading the development of concept notes, proposals, and reports in collaboration with program and support teams. The role requires setting up and improving internal grant management systems, documenting and sharing learning from proposal and reporting processes, and representing NRC with partners and donors. Specific responsibilities include organizing proposal planning meetings, building relationships with other teams, ensuring donor compliance, coordinating donor reporting, and monitoring grant payment schedules. The Grants Adviser will also be responsible for maintaining high standards of information management and filing systems, assisting the Grants Manager with administrative tasks, and ensuring accurate maintenance of grants and funding trackers.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates for the Grants Adviser position should possess a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a similar role within a humanitarian or recovery context, particularly with institutional humanitarian and development donors. A Bachelor's degree in Economics, Communications, International Development, or a related field is required, while a Master's degree is considered an asset. Applicants should have experience in donor relations and grants management, a strong understanding of donor rules and regulations, and proven skills in report and proposal development. Additionally, candidates should demonstrate strong organizational skills, the ability to work under pressure, and a willingness to travel to area offices in challenging environments.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for the Grants Adviser position includes a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Economics, Communications, International Development, or a related discipline. A Master's degree is advantageous and may enhance a candidate's qualifications for the role. The educational qualifications should align with the responsibilities of managing grants and ensuring compliance with donor requirements.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant and related experience in a similar role, particularly in a humanitarian or recovery context. Candidates should have experience working with institutional humanitarian and development donors, demonstrating a solid understanding of donor relations and grants management. Experience in complex and volatile contexts is also essential, as the role may involve working in challenging environments.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position, as all applications and communications will be conducted in English. Knowledge of additional languages may be considered an asset, particularly if they are relevant to the operational areas of NRC in Sudan or the broader region.

Additional Notes:
The duty station for this position is Port Sudan, Sudan, with a fixed-term contract duration of one year. The salary is based on grade 8 of NRC’s international pay scale. The role may require travel of up to 20% to Area Offices within NRC's operational areas. NRC is committed to diversity and equal opportunities, encouraging applications from individuals regardless of age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, or physical ability. The organization values innovative ideas and empowers employees at all levels to take responsibility and contribute to the mission of assisting refugees and displaced persons.