Grants Coordinator

Job Posting Organization:
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organization established to assist people forced to flee their homes due to conflict and disaster. Since its inception in 1946, NRC has been dedicated to providing high-quality aid and defending the rights of refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs). NRC operates in multiple countries, including Nigeria, where it has been active since 2015, focusing on helping displacement-affected communities meet their basic needs and improve their livelihoods. The organization employs a diverse workforce and is committed to fostering a culture of accountability, learning, and high performance across its operations.

Job Overview:
The coordinator" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Grants Coordinator position at NRC Nigeria is a critical role that supports the Grants Manager in ensuring effective grant management processes across the organization's operations. The Grants Coordinator will be responsible for maintaining an overview of all grants, ensuring compliance with donor requirements, and contributing to the development of high-quality donor reports and proposals. This role requires close collaboration with budget holders and various departments within NRC to ensure that all project activities align with donor expectations and organizational goals. The Grants Coordinator will also play a key role in fostering a culture of accountability and learning within the program team, ensuring that lessons learned from grant management processes are documented and shared.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Grants Coordinator will have a comprehensive set of responsibilities, including but not limited to: developing and maintaining an overview of all grants and donor requirements; coordinating the development of donor applications and reports; ensuring compliance with donor rules and regulations; contributing to the development and revision of funding proposals and budgets; documenting and analyzing learning from proposal and reporting processes; providing internal support on donor-related issues; coordinating the development of internal reports; supporting external donor audits; and representing NRC towards relevant partners and donors. Additionally, the Grants Coordinator will prepare reports for donors and partners, maintain program files, and ensure that all documentation required for audits is ready and available.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates for the Grants Coordinator position must possess a relevant university degree or higher education, preferably in international relations, development studies, social sciences, or project management. A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in grants management within the humanitarian sector is required, along with experience working with humanitarian and development donors. Candidates should have a basic understanding of donor rules and regulations, as well as skills and experience in report and proposal writing. Strong communication, coordination, and interpersonal skills are essential, along with excellent written and oral communication skills in English and proficiency in computer applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for the Grants Coordinator position includes a relevant university degree or higher education in fields such as international relations, development studies, social sciences, or project management. This educational foundation is crucial for understanding the complexities of grant management and the humanitarian context in which NRC operates.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in grants management, specifically within the humanitarian sector. Candidates should have experience working with various humanitarian and development donors, which will enable them to navigate the complexities of donor compliance and reporting effectively. Familiarity with the challenges faced in humanitarian settings, particularly in Nigeria, will be an added advantage.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position, as strong written and oral communication skills are essential for preparing reports, proposals, and other documentation. While English is the primary language required, knowledge of additional languages may be considered an asset, particularly if they are relevant to the communities served by NRC in Nigeria.

Additional Notes:
The Grants Coordinator position is based in Abuja, Nigeria, with a duty station in Maiduguri, Borno State. The contract duration is for 11 months, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and funding availability. The position is classified at Grade 7 in NRC's grading structure, and the reporting line is to the Grants Manager. The role may require travel up to 20% of the time. NRC is committed to diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, particularly women. The organization emphasizes a zero-tolerance approach to exploitation, abuse, and harassment, ensuring a safe and respectful work environment for all employees.