Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation Jobs in Kenya
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation Senior Grants Manager Jobs in Kenya
Job SummaryThe Senior Grants Manager will help build and manage a strong team of grants professionals and will oversee grants management at EGPAF Kenya. S/he we will manage a diverse portfolio of sub-agreements, including sub-agreements to government agencies, county governments, local organizations (CBOs and FBOs) as well as international organizations, with an emphasis on donor compliance, reporting and capacity building. The position holder will be required to collaborate with project and operations teams to maintain financial oversight over sub-grantees, capacity strengthening of the sub-grantee staff and to ensure strict compliance with donor requirements
Responsibilities
Manage the sub-recipient process in coordination with the head office awards and compliance team including:
Performing due diligence on potential sub-recipients in accordance with federal regulations;
Preparing sub-award agreements and securing internal approvals
Reviewing requests for disbursement of cash requests to sub-recipients for accuracy and compliance with the agreement documents
Lead the grants team in determining capacity building needs for the sub-grantee staff and work with various stakeholders (programs, health systems teams, operations departments, etc.) to design customized training packages, including post-training follow up and associated documentation
Review, analyze and submit to HQ the monthly financial reports and corresponding supporting documentation from the sub-grantees
As a member of the budget monitoring committee, monitor grant periods and spending trends for all sub-grantees and work with project teams to request and secure any award funding and modifications on a timely basis
Develops a targeted, risk-based, compliance review plan for sub-grantees, disseminates the plan to management and ensures strict adherence/implementation of the plan within the stipulated timelines
Support the new business development team on proposal and budget preparation as requested, particularly for those involving components on sub-grantees
Ensures that all required sub-grantee documentation is reposited in the Contracts and Grants Information System, and also ensures that copies of supporting documents for sub-grantee expenses are available in hard copy for audit
Maintains open and regular communications with Senior Management, and headquarters staff in DC for compliance updates, learning of best practices from other countries, problem solving options, professional development, etc.
Ensures that all audit/compliance findings are tracked and is responsible for monitoring implementation status by the various managers, and will report on implementation status on a regular basis
Ensures the timely administration of all sub-grant closeouts
Performs other duties as assigned from time to time.
Qualifications
Advanced degree in Finance/Accounting or other relevant field
Must have completed ACCA or CPA with at least at least 7 years’ hands on experience in grants management at supervisory level; an additional training in organizational development will be an added advantage
In depth knowledge of United States Government grant and financial regulations, systems and procedures for managing complex grant programs with many partners and customers.
Experience working with an international non-profit/non-governmental organization (NGO) and sub-granting of Government entities.
A strategic thinker, self-directed, self-motivated and a team player.
Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships both within and outside the organization.
Excellent report writing and presentation skills
Ability to develop and implement training programs for multi-faceted audiences
Willingness to travel up to 50% of time.
Emotionally intelligent individual, with ability to resolve conflicts professionally
How to apply
Interested candidates should apply online by 4th February, 2018
For more information and job application details, see; Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation Senior Grants Manager Jobs in Kenya
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation Director Strategies, Partnership and Project Management Jobs in Kenya
Job Summary
The Director SPPM is a core team member of
EGPAF Senior Management Team and will be responsible for Coordinating Strategic Partnerships, stakeholder management and Project Management at EGPAF Kenya. The position will report to the Country Director.
Responsibilities
Project Management
S/he will oversee adoption and implementation of Project Management Culture across various EGPAF Kenya Program. This will involve working with various Project Managers/Directors to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget and in a quality manner.
S/he will be the liaison/ relationship contact for specific awards. This will include ensuring that donor rules and regulations are adhered to, all reporting requirements are met and the objectives of the projects are achieved. S/he will liaise with the in-country leadership and HQ team to ensure all award and compliance requirements for the awards are met.
Coordinate/lead continuation applications, project extensions and budget development processes for the supported projects
Actively track financial pipeline and substantive monitoring and evaluation of the projects, identify project risks and develop solutions.
Identify and synthesize best practices and lessons learnt to inform quality improvement contributing to: the body of knowledge within and outside EGPAF, community of practice and development of new programs
Identify capacity building and institutional development needs of implementing partners in the areas of governance, stewardship, program management, and MER
Implement appropriate interventions to enhance capacity and skills of project staff in program/project management especially in relation to donor rules and regulations
Strategic Partnerships
Identify and develop strategies for managing key stakeholders in collaboration with the Country Director and Senior Management Team.
Conduct a detailed stakeholders mapping exercise for EGPAF Kenya at national, and county levels
Take lead in development and implementation of stakeholder engagement strategies for EGPAF/K at national and county level;
Advise senior management and project management teams on issues and/or risks to stakeholder relationships as soon as they arise so risks can be managed effectively; will develop and maintain a risk register and issues log specific to each of the stakeholders
Ensures all EGPAF projects have a stakeholder contact management system
Support implementation of EGPAF Kenya communication strategy including a quarterly newsletter and technical briefs
Take lead in organizing stakeholder engagement initiatives.
Business Development
Scout for and identify new business development opportunities and bring these to the attention of ELT for discussions and consideration
Take lead in strategic potential donor engagement meetings to position EGPAF/K for future business opportunities
Contribute to new business development initiatives when called upon.
Qualifications:
Advanced degree in Social Sciences, Public Health, Health Economics or other relevant qualifications
Professional training in Project Management Courses e.g. PMD-Pro, PMP, USG Rules & Regulations Training etc
Extensive practical experience in managing donor funded projects at a senior management level for over 7 years including leading projects start to close out
Ability to follow through on issues and strong leadership and people management skills
Excellent communication, report writing and presentation skills
A strategic thinker and a team player
Experience in business development will be an added advantage.
How to apply
Interested candidates should apply online by 4th February, 2018
For more information and job application details, see; Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation Director Strategies, Partnership and Project Management Jobs in Kenya
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