Grants Expert

Job Posting Organization:
Action contre la Faim (ACF) is a non-governmental organization established in 1979, dedicated to combating hunger worldwide. With a mission to save lives by eliminating hunger through prevention, detection, and treatment of under-nutrition, ACF operates under a charter of humanitarian principles that emphasize independence, neutrality, non-discrimination, and professionalism. Over the past 45 years, ACF has expanded its reach, providing aid to over 26 million people across 57 countries in 202

• The organization focuses on seven main areas of expertise: Nutrition and Health, Mental Health and psychosocial-support" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Psychosocial Support, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Food Security and Livelihoods, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene, Advocacy, Climate, and Research. ACF has been active in Yemen since 2012, with operations in both the North and South, managed from coordination offices in Aden and Sanaa, and field offices in Al Khawkhah and Al Hudaydah. ACF's current focus in Yemen includes Health and Nutrition, Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL), Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), and Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS).

Job Overview:
The Grants Expert will work under the supervision of the Head of Department - Grants and Partnerships, providing essential support to the Grants and Partnerships Department. This role involves managing grants effectively, ensuring compliance with donor requirements, and supporting the planning and submission of donor reports. The Grants Expert will also contribute to proposal development, including drafting concept notes, proposals, budgets, and supporting documents for various donors. The position requires a proactive approach to donor mapping and fundraising intelligence to support the Yemen Country Strategy. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in grants management and proposal development, with a focus on achieving results in a challenging environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Grants Management: Plan, coordinate, and submit donor reports in accordance with contractual deadlines for various donors including ECHO DRR, ECHO Consortium, and GAC. Maintain updated grants tracking tools and reporting schedules. Ensure compliance with donor and ACF requirements through effective contractual follow-up of projects. Provide ad hoc support for partnership follow-up within ongoing projects.
• Proposal Development: Contribute to the development of concept notes, proposals, budgets, and supporting annexes for ECHO, GAC, FCDO, and Sida proposals. Follow up on proposal development processes with identified partners. Support donor mapping and fundraising intelligence for the Yemen Country Strategy.
• Communication: Maintain effective communication with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and understanding of grant management processes and proposal development.
• Reporting: Prepare and submit timely reports to donors, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contractual obligations.
• Capacity Building: Provide training and support to team members on grants management and proposal development best practices.

Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate must hold a degree in international development or a related field. A minimum of 3 years of experience in grants management, proposal development, and donor reporting is required. Previous experience with Action contre la Faim, either in the field or at headquarters, is highly desirable. Candidates should have a proven track record of working with major institutional donors such as ECHO, BMZ, CDCS, FIFSAN, Sida, and FCDO, with successful experience in drafting and submitting funded proposals. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently are essential. Excellent written and oral communication skills are required, along with the ability to write and edit reports under deadline pressure.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a degree in international development or a related field. This educational background is crucial for understanding the complexities of grants management and proposal development in the context of humanitarian work.

Experience:
A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in grants management, proposal development, and donor reporting is required. Experience with Action contre la Faim, either in the field or at headquarters, is considered an asset. Candidates should have a successful track record of working with major institutional donors and leading new business development efforts, including design" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">program design and partner relationship development.

Languages:
Fluency in English, both written and spoken, is mandatory. Additional language skills in Arabic are considered an asset, particularly for candidates with previous experience in Yemen, as they will enhance communication with local stakeholders and partners.

Additional Notes:
This position offers a fixed-term contract under French legislation for a duration of 3 months. The monthly gross salary ranges from 2597 to 2968€ based on experience, including a 13th-month salary. Non-French citizens will have their pension insurance reimbursed at 16% of the gross monthly salary. The position includes a monthly per diem and living allowance of 730 USD net, along with a country allowance of 450€. A child allowance of 1500€ per year per child is provided, with a maximum of 6000€ per year. Transportation and accommodation costs are covered, and ACF provides 100% medical coverage for health and repatriation insurance. Employees are entitled to 25 days of paid leave per year, 20 rest and recuperation days, and airfare reimbursement for chosen break destinations. ACF is committed to supporting career development through training and offers free access to an e-learning platform. The organization actively promotes inclusivity and fights against discrimination.