Grant & Compliance Manager | Addis Ababa

Oversee compliance monitoring, financial accounting, and subgrant management.

Overview

Oversee compliance monitoring, financial accounting, and subgrant management.

You have:

  • A BA/S or equivalent in accounting or finance required; advanced degree preferred.
  • At least 5 years of relevant field or management experience of complex, multi-dimensional programming including administering small subawards in an international environment.
  • At least 4 years’ experience in grants management as well as an understanding of donor regulations required.
  • Strong skills and experience working with donors to obtain approvals and waivers as necessary for compliance with donor regulations.
  • Excellent oral and written English skills required; proficiency in English is preferred.
  • Advanced computer skills in MS Office programs, particularly Excel.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience with grants management in an international setting? This assesses your practical experience and understanding of grants management. Highlight specific projects and your role in managing grants.
How do you ensure compliance with donor regulations? This checks your understanding of compliance requirements and your approach to ensuring they are met. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you employ when training staff on compliance matters? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a time when you had to address a compliance issue. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple grants? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What tools do you use for financial analysis and reporting? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you provide an example of how you've built capacity in a team or among partners? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you approach audits and ensure readiness? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 1 year ago - Updated 1 hour ago - Source: mercycorps.org/careers/national