Job Description
The position of Grant & Reporting Officer will be instrumental in coordinating proposal development to better position Tdh in the complex and competitive context of Nigeria, and she/he will support the implementation of the short and mid-term strategy to secure fundings. The position will be based in Maiduguri.
General Responsibilities :
Under the responsibility of the Head of Delegation, the Grant & Reporting Officer duties will include coordinating and contributing to proposal writing processes; coordinating and editing progress/final reports; handling grant administration and follow-up; ensuring compliance with grant regulations; identifying funding opportunity; disseminating Tdh program staff on donor policies; and supporting in the project cycle management, monitoring, and external communication aspects.
The full job description will be shared with the candidates selected to start the recruitment process.
Profile :
Education :
Masters / Post-graduate from a recognized University/college in International Development, Social Sciences or any other related area that can bring added value to the job.
Experience & Competencies :
- Proven analytical skills and the ability to think strategically in relation to fundraising and donor engagement.
- Strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills; able to understand complex issues and translate them into simple, workable actions and plans.
- Experience with working in multi-cultural environment.
- Highly developed interpersonal skills.
- Good administrative and numerical skills and attention to details.
- Ability to adjust to constantly changing situations while maintaining focus on delivery and follow-through.
- Excellent planning skills and understanding of Programme Cycle Management in emergencies and/or development environments.
- Knowledge in securing and managing funds from institutional donors would be an asset.
Languages :
Excellent personal communication skills, in written and verbal English, with high impact influencing and persuasive skills
Knowledge in French is an asset.
IT :
High proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Conditions:
- Swiss contract
- Gross monthly salary CHF 2450.- x13,36 months
- Insurances: sickness, accident, repatriation
- Annual leaves: 25 days/year
- Flights to duty station and back
Tdh Global Code of Conduct and Risk Management Policies :
- Fully complies with Tdh’s Global Code of Conduct and systematically reports any breach to the Code through the whistleblowing procedure: raises awareness within the Foundation on abuse and violence and the rights deriving therefrom, respecting the rights and dignity of children, members of the communities and our own Staff
- Commits to respecting Risk Management Policies including: Safeguarding Policies (Child Safeguarding Policy, Policy on the Protection against Sexual Exploitation and the Directive on Staff Misconduct at the Workplace), Safety and Security Policy and Anti-Fraud/Corruption and Prevention of the Financing of Criminal Activities Policies
- Commits to reducing the risk of abuse and harm by developing a culture of open and informed leadership within the organization and in our work with children and the communities in which we intervene in.