Grants & Partnerships Coordinator

Job Posting Organization:
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a prominent international humanitarian non-governmental organization (INGO) founded in 1933 at the behest of Albert Einstein. The IRC operates in over 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities, focusing on restoring health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and empowerment to individuals affected by conflict and disaster. The organization is dedicated to delivering impactful solutions that help millions of people regain control over their lives and strengthen their communities. In Burundi, the IRC began its operations in 1996, responding to the civil war and ongoing instability, and has since adapted its programs to meet the evolving needs of the population, currently managing a budget of approximately USD 10 million across nine projects.

Job Overview:
The Grants & Partnerships Coordinator plays a crucial role in resource mobilization, proposal development, and the management of IRC Burundi's grants portfolio. This position involves overseeing the Grants & Partnerships unit and collaborating closely with various departments, including Programs, MEAL, and Finance. The Coordinator is responsible for ensuring efficient grants management from proposal development through donor compliance and reporting. This role requires proactive identification of funding opportunities, effective internal communication, and the ability to build and maintain relationships with donors and partners. The Coordinator will also lead the development of proposals and ensure that all submissions are of high quality and submitted on time, while promoting a partnership approach aligned with IRC's strategic goals.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Grants & Partnerships Coordinator will undertake a variety of responsibilities, including:

• Business and Proposal Development (30%): Identify new funding opportunities, support internal communication processes, lead the tracking of the opportunity pipeline, negotiate roles in proposal consortiums, and facilitate Go/No Go meetings.
• Grants and Information Management (15%): Coordinate the management of the grants portfolio, review donor agreements, lead project revisions, and ensure proper grant closeout.
• Partnership Management (15%): Contribute to partner capacity analysis, implement partnership strategies, and promote partner engagement in program implementation.
• Donor Compliance (15%): Provide technical guidance to ensure compliance with IRC and donor regulations, flag potential compliance issues, and disseminate compliance resources.
• Reporting (10%): Oversee the development and submission of reports, maintain a reporting tracker, and ensure high-quality submissions.
• Departmental Leadership and Staff Management (15%): Lead the Grants and Partnerships unit, coordinate performance management, and support staff development.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess significant experience in humanitarian grants management within a multi-donor, multi-sectoral environment, including oversight of large-scale grant portfolios. They should demonstrate experience in inter-departmental coordination, leading the development of large-scale funding proposals, and have advanced skills in writing and compiling donor reports. A thorough understanding of institutional donor compliance is essential, with familiarity in specific donor requirements being a strong asset. Excellent communication skills in both English and French are required, along with the ability to draft and edit detailed documents with minimal supervision.

Educational Background:
A relevant educational background is essential for this position, typically requiring a degree in international development, public administration, or a related field. Advanced degrees may be preferred, particularly for candidates with extensive experience in grants management and humanitarian work.

Experience:
The position requires a substantial level of experience, ideally several years in humanitarian grants management, particularly in contexts involving conflict or protracted crises. Candidates should have a proven track record of managing large-scale grant portfolios and leading proposal development efforts.

Languages:
Fluency in English and French is mandatory, with excellent speaking, writing, and editing skills in both languages. Additional language skills may be considered an asset, particularly those relevant to the regions in which IRC operates.

Additional Notes:
The Grants & Partnerships Coordinator will be based in Bujumbura, with occasional field travel to project locations. The security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security situation in Burundi is generally stable, although minor alerts may occur due to the ongoing conflict in the DRC. Housing arrangements will be specified by the country office according to its policies. The position may involve full-time hours and is likely to be a senior-level role within the organization.