Business Development and Grants Coordinator

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Position Title: Business Development and coordinator" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Grants Coordinator
Location: Somalia
Country: Somalia
Deadline Date: February 8, 2025

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
Action Against Hunger is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to ending hunger globally. Established with the mission to innovate solutions and advocate for change, the organization reaches approximately 28 million people each year through its proven hunger prevention and treatment programs. With a workforce of around 8,990 dedicated staff members, Action Against Hunger operates in 55 countries, addressing the root causes of hunger, including climate change, conflict, inequity, and emergencies. Action Against Hunger USA is part of the larger Action Against Hunger International network, managing operations in 8 countries including Kenya, South Sudan, Somalia, Tanzania, Uganda, Ethiopia, Zambia, and Haiti. The organization is headquartered in New York City and Washington D.C., with significant staff presence in Nairobi and various country offices, and anticipates further growth in its operations.

Job Overview:
The Business Development and Grants Coordinator (BDGC) plays a crucial role in supporting the growth of the program portfolio for the Somalia Mission. This position involves contributing to new business development, managing business development data, and ensuring compliance with grants. The BDGC will work closely under the supervision of the Associate Director of Business Development (ADBD) and collaborate with Action Against Hunger's technical, financial, and cross-functional teams. The role demands a strong sense of teamwork, flexibility, and a genuine interest in exploring new funding streams. The BDGC will be responsible for drafting funding opportunity summaries, coordinating Go/No-Go decisions, maintaining BD data, ensuring donor compliance, and facilitating project cycle management meetings. This position is essential for the successful implementation of programs and the overall mission of Action Against Hunger in Somalia.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The BDGC will undertake a variety of essential functions, including: 1) New Business Development: Drafting funding opportunity summaries for new calls for applications, coordinating collaborative Go/No-Go decisions, analyzing funding opportunities, and developing proposal plans. 2) BD Data Management: Maintaining accurate BD data and reports, updating mission-funding trackers, and ensuring timely electronic filing of proposal documents. 3) Grants and Compliance: Leading project cycle management meetings, ensuring adherence to contractual clauses, researching donor guidelines, and facilitating report writing trainings. The BDGC will also prepare and update various trackers and dashboards related to business development, ensuring that all necessary activities are clearly defined and completed within required timelines.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in International Development, Humanitarian Assistance, Project Management, Social Sciences, or a related field. A strong understanding of the Somali context is essential, along with a minimum of 7 years of demonstrable experience in grant portfolio management, fundraising, and external engagement. Experience in raising and managing funds specifically for Somalia is highly advantageous, as is familiarity with diverse donors such as SIDA, WFP, UNICEF, OCHA, GFFO, USAID, ECHO, and GAC. Candidates should also have proven experience in proposal development and compliance, budgeting, and costing processes, as well as strong writing skills.

Educational Background:
The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as International Development, Humanitarian Assistance, Project Management, or Social Sciences. This educational background is crucial for understanding the complexities of grant management and business development in the humanitarian sector.

Experience:
The ideal candidate should have at least 7 years of relevant experience in grant portfolio management and fundraising. This experience should include working with various donors and managing funds effectively, particularly in the context of Somalia. Demonstrable experience in proposal development and compliance is also necessary, along with a solid understanding of budgeting and costing processes.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, as the role requires excellent written and oral communication skills. Knowledge of Somali is highly desirable, given the context of the work and the need to engage with local stakeholders effectively. Additional languages may be beneficial but are not required.

Additional Notes:
This position is full-time and requires regular attendance at the office, with the expectation of working at least five days a week. The BDGC must be available to work outside normal office hours and on weekends as needed. Frequent travel within Somalia and the region is required, which may involve exposure to high-security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security risks and basic living conditions. The organization is committed to gender equality and zero tolerance for abuse, fostering a safe and respectful environment for all stakeholders.