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Grants Officer

TDEA-FAFEN | Trust for Democratic Education and Accountability (TDEA)

Job Description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Cover Letter is a mandatory part of your application. Please submit your job application along with a Cover Letter (as one document) online by visiting https://tdea.pk/ats/ . The last date for submitting the application is September 17, 2021.

 

Position:

Grants Officer

Reports to:

Grants Management Lead

No. of Positions:                          

One

Salary Range:

PKR 50,000- 90,000

Expected Date of Joining:         

As soon as possible

Application Deadline:

September 17, 2021

Location:  

Islamabad with need-based travel to other project areas if and when needed

Job Purpose

His/her primary responsibility will be to support implementation of the process of Grant making, financial reviews and monitoring and subsequent payments, financial reporting and close out in accordance with the project Grants flow delineated in the Grants Manual.

Job Responsibilities:

Grants/Sub-Grants/ Contracts Management:

  • To support processing of all grants in accordance with the Grants Manual and ensure compliance with the Grants Manual, Donor regulations and TDEA Policies.
  • To prepare grant agreements between the Grantees and TDEA for review of Grants Management Lead including budget reviews and negotiations.
  • Review of partner’s financial reports and supporting documentation to ensure the requisite endorsement and documented approvals are available for payment.
  • To disburse funds to grantees according to payment/delivery schedule of grant agreement.
  • To support management with provision of technical assistance to grantees in the areas of finance, HR & Procurement. 
  • To maintain proper auditable documentation with adequate detail about the processed grants.
  • To conduct pre-award assessments (if required) of organizations and document assessment reports in a standard format.
  • To assist Grants Management Lead and program staff in preparing BvAs, Modification letters and close out of grants.
  • To assume responsibilities of other grants staff duties in their absence (leave) as assigned by supervisor.
  • Assist in conducting GMC (Grant Management Committee) meeting.
  • Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor from time to time.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Required Qualification, Experience and Competencies:

  • Preferably Master’s degree in Finance (HEC recognized university) with three years of relevant experience or ACCA qualified with three years of relevant experience; or CA Finalist / CA Inter article ship completed from QCR firm.
  • Familiarity with donor’s financial management rules and regulations with respect to contracts will be an advantage;
  • Excellent IT and Communication skills;
  • Detailed orientation, good time management skills and resourcefulness;
  • Fluency in English and Urdu required;

TDEA is an equal opportunity employer –women, minorities, physically disabled/wheel chair users, the blind/visually impaired, speech and hearing impaired and/or persons with any other disabilities who otherwise qualify for the position are encouraged to apply.  TDEA provides accessible work environment to its disabled employees through reasonable accommodations without compromising on the quality of work.

Only shortlisted candidates will be called for Interviews. Any attempt to influence the hiring process will lead to immediate disqualification of the candidate. Females are encouraged to apply. If you know someone who may be suitable for this position, please encourage them to apply and circulate this vacancy widely.

Job Type
Posted On
Deadline
Min Experience

Temporary / Contract

Sep 09, 2021

Sep 17, 2021

3

Location
Status
Salary

Islamabad

Closed

50,000- 90,000