Grants Coordinator

Manage grants portfolio for cross-border interventions in Sudan.

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Overview

Manage grants portfolio for cross-border interventions in Sudan.

You have:

  • Minimum of six years of experience in humanitarian grants management in a multi-donor, multi-sector working environment.
  • Demonstrated experience in an inter-departmental coordination role and the ability to communicate with and balance the priorities of a range of stakeholders.
  • Exceptional English writing and editing skills required. Able to draft and edit detailed technical documents for donor submission with minimal oversight.
  • Extensive experience leading the successful development of large multi-sector funding proposals.
  • Advanced skills in donor report drafting and compilation, including the coordination of inputs and across different departments.
  • In-depth knowledge of institutional donor compliance required.
  • Exceptional advance planning and organizational skills. Able to effectively prioritize and follow multiple activities and deadlines simultaneously.
  • Previous experience in a conflict-affected or protracted crisis setting strongly preferred.

Potential interview questions

Describe an experience where you managed a multi-donor grant. What challenges did you face? This question assesses your practical experience in managing grants and orchestrating multiple stakeholders. Provide a specific example detailing your role, the challenges encountered, and the resolution process.
How do you ensure compliance with donor regulations when managing grants? The interviewer is gauging your understanding of compliance needs and your strategies to meet them. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you share your approach to proposal development in a competitive funding environment? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Explain a time when you had to coordinate with multiple departments for a project. What was your approach? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What steps do you take to train and support partner staff in grant management? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe your experience with donor reporting. How do you ensure high-quality reports? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you stay updated on donor strategies and funding trends? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you provide an example of a time you faced a significant compliance issue? How did you handle it? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 1 year ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: rescue.org

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