Position Title: Grants Writer
Position Title: Grants Writer
Reporting to: Director, Program Development and Quality Unit
Working with: Program Development and Quality Team, Country Directors, Field Program
Managers, Fundraising Team
Program/ Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya
Duration: One year, Renewable
Starting Salary: International Grade E: Net Salary of $42,000 - $46,308 annually plus other
competitive benefits
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
Adeso is an expanding and vibrant African based international development
and humanitarian organization. At Adeso, we work with African communities who
are yet to realize their full potential; working inside these communities to
create environments in which Africans can thrive. Our belief that economic,
social and environmental security is the bedrock of a healthy community drives
the nature and intent of our programming. We work to prevent and overcome
situations that adversely affect community well-being by: reinvigorating the
economy, developing skills for life and work, providing humanitarian aid, and
influencing policy.
For the past 20 years we have strengthened rural livelihoods through
environmental awareness, training, technology transfer and innovative
humanitarian projects in pursuit of a peaceful, self-reliant, and greener
future. At present, Adeso has programs in Somalia, Kenya and South Sudan.
Adeso is an exciting and dynamic organization experiencing managed rapid
growth. It offers sound employment conditions with opportunities for personal
growth and development.
POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for conducting the full range of activities required to prepare
and submit grant proposals to institutional donors; ensuring the submission of
timely, accurate and high quality reports for all ongoing Adeso projects; and
training Adeso staff in report and proposal writing.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Write, review and edit institutional donor grant proposals, including
conducting background research where required.
· Assist with other fundraising projects as requested (e.g. to trusts and
foundations).
· Maintain current records in electronic and paper files, including grant
tracking and reporting.
· Develop a sound understanding of Adeso’s institutional history,
competencies and programs.
· Assist with the identification and vetting of potential partner
organizations during the proposal development process.
· Maintain and monitor the grant reporting database for all ongoing Adeso
projects.
· Maintain a proposal development calendar to ensure timely submission of
letters of inquiry/concept notes and proposals.
· Assist with the management of external consultants providing inputs to
proposal development.
· Work closely with field staff in developing and transforming ideas into
grant proposals.
· Assist with editing and quality control of external outputs from projects
(e.g. donor narrative reports, baseline surveys, evaluation reports, etc).
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
ESSENTIAL
· Bachelor’s Degree in international development, social science or other
relevant subject.
· Minimum 3 years directly relevant experience.
· Track record of successful non-profit fundraising/proposal development.
· Experience working in deadline-driven environments.
· Able to work well in a team environment, handle multiple assignments and
meet deadlines.
· Meticulous attention to detail.
· Ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with respect
for diversity.
· Strong written communication skills; ability to write clear, structured,
articulate, and persuasive proposals.
· Strong editing skills.
· Willingness to travel occasionally, in particular within the region
(security permitting).
DESIRABLE
· Certificate in Teaching of English as a Second Language (TESL).
· Prior experience of training and capacity building of staff.
· Knowledge of the donor funding environment in the region.
APPLICATION PROCECESS
This is a challenging opportunity for a dedicated and highly motivated
professional. If you would like to join this dynamic team, please submit your
application to jobs@adesoafrica.org, quoting the position in the email subject
matter, by 25th April 2014.
Each application should be addressed to the Regional Human Resources
Manager and include the following:
· An updated CV; and
· An application letter which should include cover letter, remuneration
requirements and contact information for three work-related referees.
Applications not including all of the above information will not be
reviewed. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Adeso is an equal opportunity employer and female candidates are encouraged
to apply.
Adeso Headquarters – Kenya
P.O. Box 70331-00400
Nairobi, Kenya
M: +(254) 710 607 378
T: +(254) 20 800 0881
info@adesoafrica.org
Adeso – USA
1250 24th Street NW, Suite 300
Washington, DC 20037
M: +1 (202) 510-4137
T: + 1 (202) 467-8348
info.usa@adesoafrica.org
Adeso – UK
CAN Mezzanine 49-51 East Road
London E1 6AH
T: + 442072508269
M: +44 7745 034395
info.uk@adesoafrica.org
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