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| Grant and Risk Management Specialist | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Country | Afghanistan | Province | Balkh, |
| Categories | Management, Program, | Type | Full Time |
| Post Date | 2024-11-19 | Close Date | 2024-11-28 |
| Vacancy No | Harakat-021 | Gender | male female |
| No Of Jobs | 1 | Contract Duration | 1 year |
| Education | Bachelor's Degree | Experience | 6 years |
| Organization | Opportunities for you | Salary | As per company salary scale |
About Company
About Harakat-Afghanistan Investment Climate Facility Organization Harakat – Afghanistan Investment Climate Facility Organization is an Afghan-led, independent and non-profit organization, which aims at improving Afghanistan’s business, trade, investment enabling environment and the private sector. Harakat promotes inclusive economic development through boosting national trades, investments and industries, and regional economic growth and integration. Harakat works with the private sector, the Government of Afghanistan, civil society and the regional and international development and trade communities to deliver activities in reducing/removing barriers to businesses and industries in the country. Harakat aspires to strengthen industries across Afghanistan to create jobs, reducing poverty, sustaining fiscal income by increased collection of taxes, contributing to peace and stability in the country.
Job Description
The Grant and Risk Management Specialist is responsible for identifying, securing, and managing grants to support the Women Empowerment through Local Enterprise Development (WE-LEAD) project by Harakat-AICFO and funded by UNDP. This role involves preparing grant applications, coordinating with donors, ensuring compliance with grant requirements, and managing grant-funded activities to achieve project objectives.
Duties & Responsibilities
Grant Identification and Acquisition:
- Keep an eye on grants utilization & movement, as to ensure the funds are being exploited as per UNDP Terms of Reference & project documents.
- Draft grant analytical reports according to UNDP ToR, including needs assessments, project descriptions, budgets, and evaluation plans.
- Research and identify potential grant opportunities that align with the project's goals and objectives.
Grant Management and Compliance:
- Establish and maintain relationships with donors, providing them with regular updates and reports on project progress and outcomes.
- Ensure compliance with all grant requirements, including financial and programmatic reporting, and maintain accurate records of grant activities.
- Develop and manage grant budgets, ensuring that funds are allocated and spent in accordance with grant agreements.
Risk Management:
- Identify potential risks associated with project activities and develop strategies to mitigate these risks.
- Implement and monitor risk management plans to ensure the project’s objectives are achieved without significant disruptions.
- Conduct regular risk assessments and provide recommendations for improvement.
Monitoring and Evaluation:
- Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation plans to assess the effectiveness and impact of grant-funded activities.
- Prepare and submit timely and accurate reports to donors, including financial reports, progress reports, and final reports.
Capacity Building:
- Provide training and support to project staff on grant management, compliance, and risk management.
Job Requirement
Professional experience:
- Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in grant management and risk management in a development/emergency setting.
- Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in business administration, economics, development studies, and any other related discipline from an accredited institution
Language:
- Fluency in Pashto and Dari is required.
- Proficiency in oral and written English is required.
General Requirements
- Display cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality, and age sensitivity and adaptability.
- Treats all people fairly and with impartiality.
- Good communication skills, including the ability to write concise and analytical reports in English.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Flexible and responsive to changes and unexpected demands.
- Ability to work with people from different backgrounds to deliver quality products within a short timeframe and
- Client-oriented and open to feedback.
- Applicant organizations are encouraged to include additional required experts as required by the proposed methodology for these TORs.
Working Conditions:
- Office environment with standard working hours.
- Occasional travel may be required to attend meetings, regular site visits and workshops.
Submission Guideline
Interested applicants meeting the above requirements should submit a cover letter along with your Curriculum Vitae (CV) to) to jobs@harakat.af no later than Thursday 28th Nov, 2024.
Important Notes:
• Please quote the subject title with vacancy number Grant and Risk Management Specialist HKT-021 as the subject of the e-mail when applying.
• No supporting documents (e.g. diplomas, identification card(s) etc.) are required at this stage.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for further assessment.
• Salary: According to HARAKAT-AICFO Salary Scale.