Grants Manager

Job Posting Organization:
SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL (SI) is an international humanitarian aid association that has been operational for over 40 years. The organization focuses on providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts and natural disasters, addressing their basic needs for food, water, and shelter. SI is particularly dedicated to combating diseases linked to unsafe water, which is a leading cause of death globally. The organization operates in 26 countries and employs approximately 3,200 individuals, including expatriates, national staff, permanent staff at headquarters, and volunteers. SI is committed to professionalism and cultural respect in its interventions, which are designed to meet the urgent needs of affected populations.

Job Overview:
The Grants Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring accountability to donors and effective management of grants throughout the project cycle. This position requires close collaboration with program and support teams at both the coordination and field levels. The Grants Manager will oversee a Reporting and Communication Officer and will be responsible for strategic contributions to the mission's development. This includes proactively identifying funding opportunities and ensuring high-quality proposal and report submissions. The role also involves compliance with donor procedures, building staff capacity regarding donor compliance and accountability, and maintaining rigorous follow-up on contractual obligations from contracting to closure. In the initial three months, the Grants Manager will support the Grants and Partnerships Coordinator in developing project proposals and responding to donor feedback, while also training and supervising the Reporting and Communication Officer in their daily tasks and reporting deadlines.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Grants Manager's duties include ensuring effective grants management across the project cycle, collaborating with program and support teams, managing the Reporting and Communication Officer, and overseeing the development of project proposals. The role requires maintaining compliance with donor procedures, building staff capacity on donor compliance, and ensuring accountability to donors. The Grants Manager will also be responsible for monitoring contractual obligations, supporting the development of high-quality proposals and reports, and identifying funding opportunities. Additionally, the position involves training and supervising team members, ensuring effective communication with donors, and contributing to the mission's strategic objectives.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and have at least three years of experience in the humanitarian sector, with a minimum of one year in a similar position. A strong understanding of donor rules and regulations, particularly those of EU/ECHO, AFD, GFFO, SDC, UHF/UN, is essential. The ability to effectively coordinate proposal development and ensure compliance with donor requirements is also required. Excellent writing and oral communication skills are necessary, along with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to represent SI effectively at forums and with donors.

Educational Background:
A bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required for this position. This educational background should provide a solid foundation for understanding the complexities of grants management and the humanitarian sector.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of three years of experience in the humanitarian sector, with at least one year in a similar role. This experience should include a strong understanding of project cycle management and donor compliance, as well as the ability to develop proposals and reports that meet donor expectations.

Languages:
Proficiency in English, both oral and written, is mandatory for this position. Knowledge of French is considered an asset, as is proficiency in Ukrainian or Russian, which would be beneficial for communication within the local context.

Additional Notes:
The position is a short-term contract with a duration of six months, starting on October 15, 2026, with the possibility of extension. The role is based in Kyiv, which is currently at a security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security level of 2 out of 5 according to SI grading. The organization provides a competitive salary starting from EUR 2,365 gross per month, which includes a base salary and an annual leave allowance. Additionally, a monthly per diem of EUR 700 is provided, along with coverage for accommodation costs and travel expenses. Expatriates benefit from a comprehensive insurance package that covers healthcare expenses, including medical, surgical, dental, and repatriation costs. The organization also implements a system of work alternation, allowing for breaks every three months, along with additional rest days for each month worked.