Grants and Partnership Coordinator

Job Posting Organization:
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organization that assists people forced to flee their homes due to conflict, persecution, or natural disasters. Established in 1946, NRC operates in multiple countries around the world, providing aid and support to millions of individuals in need. The organization is dedicated to defending the rights of refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs) and is recognized for its high-quality humanitarian assistance. NRC employs a diverse workforce and fosters an inclusive environment that encourages professional growth and innovation among its employees. The organization is committed to safeguarding principles and has a zero-tolerance policy towards exploitation and abuse.

Job Overview:
The Grants and Partnership Coordinator plays a crucial role in supporting the Consortium Programme Manager and the Consortium Management Unit (UGC) in managing grants, partnerships, and ensuring compliance with donor regulations. This position is essential for maintaining the quality and timeliness of processes throughout the project cycle. The coordinator is expected to ensure adherence to NRC policies, prepare and submit reports and analyses, promote strategic data use for decision-making, advocate for the rights of IDPs and returnees, and monitor contractual obligations and risks associated with the portfolio. The role also involves facilitating coordination among various teams, including Programme, Finance, Logistics, MEAL, and other support functions to ensure coherent and effective portfolio management.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The specific duties and responsibilities of the Grants and Partnership Coordinator include coordinating the preparation, launch, monitoring, and closure of sub-grant agreements with consortium partners and local partners in compliance with NRC procedures and donor regulations. The coordinator must ensure compliance with donor rules and regulations, including screening beneficiary entities and tracking funds. They will support partner NGOs in understanding and applying grant management requirements, prepare and report on UGC meetings, and contribute to risk management processes in collaboration with NRC's Risk & Compliance team. Additionally, the coordinator will document and disseminate best practices and lessons learned in local grant management, maintain an overview of grants, donor requirements, and internal and external deadlines, and ensure systematic archiving of grant-related documentation for tracking, reporting, compliance, and audit purposes. The coordinator will also assist with external audits and spot checks by donors.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master's degree (Bac+5) in economics, management, business administration, law, development, or a relevant field. Applications from candidates with a lower degree but at least six years of relevant professional experience in similar positions will also be considered. A minimum of 3 to 6 years of relevant experience in grant management within the humanitarian sector is required, along with proven experience with institutional donors such as FH, the European Union, FCDO, OFA, ECHO, or other institutional donors. Experience in consortium project management and demonstrated skills in proposal writing, narrative and financial reporting are essential. Candidates should have strong analytical skills (data and finance), excellent oral and written communication skills in French, and functional English proficiency. Proficiency in computer tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, grant management systems) is also required.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Master's degree in a relevant field such as economics, management, business administration, law, or development. Candidates with a lower degree but significant relevant experience may also be considered, provided they have at least six years of experience in similar roles.

Experience:
The position requires 3 to 6 years of relevant experience in grant management within the humanitarian sector. Candidates should have proven experience working with institutional donors and managing projects in a consortium setting. Experience in localizing aid and capacity building for local NGOs/CSOs is considered an asset, as is familiarity with the humanitarian context in Eastern DRC (Ituri, North Kivu, South Kivu).

Languages:
Fluency in French is mandatory, with excellent oral and written communication skills. Functional English is required, and proficiency in Swahili or another local language is considered an asset.

Additional Notes:
This position is full-time and may involve working in volatile security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security environments with access constraints. The NRC is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in its workforce and expects all employees to contribute to a safe environment for all. The organization has a zero-tolerance policy regarding exploitation, abuse, and harassment.