Grants and Administration Manager – International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC)

 Grants and Administration Manager – CATALIST-Uganda Project
The International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) is a public international organization (PIO) governed by an international board of directors with representation from developed and developing nations. The non-profit center focuses on increasing and sustaining food and agricultural productivity in developing countries through the development and transfer of effective and environmentally sound crop nutrient technology and agribusiness expertise. IFDC is recruiting staff for the 4-year CATALIST-Uganda Project, funded by DGIS through the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Kampala.
IFDC is recruiting a Grants and Administration Manager Based in Kampala, s/he will be responsible for developing a grant making and management system that is consistent with IFDC’s and DGIS’ policies. S/he will be responsible for monitoring grant implementation from award to utilization and closing/evaluation. S/he is also responsible for all administrative issues including procurement, HR, IT, equipment and facilities. S/he will be supported an Office Assistant, and a Grants Assistant. 
Required Skills
·         Develop a grant making and management system in line with IFDC and DGIS’ policies
·         Review grant applications and ensure adherence to application standards/requirements and procedures
·         Assist in implementation of grants, ensuring compliance requirements are met
·         Monitor grant implementation including establishing outcome reporting measures and documentation
·         Providing an efficient and up-to-date process for tracking grant payments
·         Reporting statistics on the grant administration process to internal and external clients
·         In collaboration with Finance Manager, manage the processing and tracking of Grants and Grant payments
·         In charge of procurement of office equipment and services 
Required Experience
·         Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Finance or other related field.  A Masters degree (MBA) will be an added advantage.
·         A minimum of three year’s experience supervising non-profit or grant administration staff; demonstrated ability to select, train, motivate, and inspire staff while holding them accountable for their performance
·         Ability to work effectively as a team leader and collaboratively as part of a team and a desire to achieve, and lead others toward excellence
·         A minimum of three year’s experience using sophisticated Grants management software
·         Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills 
How to apply: 
Complete position descriptions and application procedures can be found on the internet at https://ifdc.silkroad.com/ifdc/Employment_Listings.html
For More Ugandan Jobs, Please Visit http://ugandanjobline.blogspot.com

Related Jobs