Position Title |
Partnership and Grants Management Coordinator - SRF |
Technical supervisor |
SRF Head of Finance and Operations |
Line manager |
SRF Head of Finance and Operations |
Duty station |
Dakar, Senegal |
Area of Operation |
Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, Chad |
Employment Period |
12 months |
Type of Contract |
Expat or national |
Salary & Benefits |
Non-Management F + Benefits depending on type of contract |
Introduction
The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfillment of the wish to return home.
The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956 and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Based in Copenhagen (Denmark) and present in forty countries, the Danish Refugee Council is a non-profit-making, politically independent, non-governmental and non-denominational relief organization.
Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced. All our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation, and honesty and transparency.
1. Background
DRC has been operating in West Africa since 1998 and in Latin America and the Caribbean since 2011. The DRC West-North Africa & Latin America (WANALA) Regional Office is based in Dakar, Senegal, and covers multiple countries.
The Sahel Regional Fund (SRF) is a regional humanitarian NGO fund, hosted by DRC, residing in DRC RO for WANALA, and governed by Board consisting of leading (i)NGOs and FCDO. It strives to deliver high-quality, value for money, principled protection and humanitarian assistance in Sahel hot spots for most vulnerable people, in particular women, girls, elders and persons with disabilities who are amongst the most vulnerable persons affected by the crisis.
2. Purpose
Working as integral part of Fund Management Unit in Dakar, Senegal, the person will support overall Grants Management, Compliance and Partnership functions of the Sahel Regional Fund hosted by DRC. They will provide guidance to our partners and cooperate with relevant colleagues and external parties as required. For more information about SRF (Sahel Regional Fund) and its functions, please visit our website www.sahelregionalfund.org.
3. Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
a. Partners’ Grant Application Process:
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Develop and manage grant application processes, including guidelines, grants templates, timelines, and evaluation criteria related to internal and external compliance and risks management.
b. Grant Management development
c. Daily partnerships, grants management and administrative technical support
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Ensure appropriate upload/backup of all grants related documents on SP and/or within the developed GMS system
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Coordinate with grant recipients to monitor progress and ensure funds are used according to grant conditions and the SRF Operations Manual.
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Coordinate Fund management team to schedule and help organize Grant-Program-Partner Review meetings.
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In close coordination with the relevant SRF Fund manager at country level, maintain detailed records of all grants, including applications, approvals, denials, reports, feedback letters and other related documents.
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Lead Modifications Request process and ensure compliance regarding (no-)cost extensions, amendments, top ups, reallocations requested by SRF grantees.
When manageable, the Grants Management Coordinator may be asked to carry out other duties requested by the Head of Finance and Operations or the SRF Fund Director.
4. Required Qualifications
Languages:
Mandatory:
• Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience on Grants management related position with a NGO/iNGO or within donor structures
• Experience working with large institutional donors, such as FCDO, EU, ECHO, USAID, BHA, UNHCR, and other UN agencies
• Knowledge of donor rules and regulations
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize large workloads, to consistently meet deadlines and adapt in a complex and challenging work environment
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently both independently and in teams
Desirable:
• Previous experience working in a DRC mission
• Previous experience working with Dynamics or a different robust ERP system such as SAP, Oracle, etc.
• Basic knowledge of Power Apps or experience with Internal grants systems development
• Previous experience working with local partners
• Previous experience in Sahel region
Education:
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University degree in political science, international development, economics, business administration or other relevant field
5. Required Skills & Qualities
Core Competencies of DRC:
Striving for excellence
Collaboration
Taking the lead
Communication
Demonstrating Integrity
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Ability to work in a multinational and multicultural environment
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Proactivity, with a sound commitment to teamwork and with a spirit of genuine collaboration
6. General Regulations
7. Application Process
All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) on DRC website. Both must be in English.
DRC provides equal opportunity in employment and prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability.
DRC encourages all applicants to apply and does not practice any discrimination in any recruitment process.
However, all applicants shall take into consideration that DRC cannot offer an international work contract to a citizen of the country of assignment (in this specific case, Senegal).
Applications close on the 21th of october 2024 at 11:59pm (GMT-time). Applications submitted after this date will not be considered.
Due to the urgency of the position, DRC has the right to recruit a candidate who matches the required profile before the above deadline.
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