Bachelor's degree in international development, Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Project Management, Public Health, or a related field
CPA (K), ACCA, CFA, CMI, CA or other internationally recognized professional qualification(s) required, with proven experience applying professional accounting standards in multi-country, donor-funded programme environments, including practical understanding of country-level financial operations and regulatory contexts
Credentials such as Certified Grants Management Specialist (CGMS) are an added advantage
Experience
Four (4) to six (6) years of relevant experience in grants management within the social impact/development sector
Proficiency in financial, CRM systems or software and Microsoft Office suite
Demonstrable experience in managing grants, sub-grants, procurement, and compliance with donor regulations
Demonstrable experience in prefunding assessment, contract design, compliance management, data analysis and budget & report review for multi-country programmes
Experience managing complex donor grants, sub-grants and partner compliance
Fluent in oral and written English
Core Competencies
Applied planning and execution: Establishes an action plan for self and others to complete work efficiently and on time by setting priorities, establishing timelines, leveraging and optimizing resources. Commits to a course of action to accomplish a goal after developing alternatives based on logical assumptions, facts, available resources, constraints and Amref values.
Ownership and accountability: Demonstrates initiative in identifying inefficiencies, compliance risks, and process gaps within day-to-day grant administration. Proposes practical improvements and adapts quickly within evolving donor and programme environments. Balances flexibility with accountability by applying sound professional judgement in routine grant decisions.
Enabling change: Encourages self and others to implement better approaches to address problem and opportunities; leads the implementation and acceptance of change for self and team. Supports country teams and sub-grantees through donor amendments, reporting shifts, or regulatory updates by translating new requirements into clear, practical guidance. Maintains composure and clarity when programme conditions evolve, ensuring continuity in grant administration and documentation.
Driving results: Takes personal accountability for accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of sub-grant documentation and reporting. Monitors assigned deadlines and follows through proactively to ensure milestones are met. Demonstrates persistence in resolving documentation gaps, report inconsistencies, or coordination bottlenecks.
Collaborative engagement: Builds constructive working relationships with Finance, MEL, Communications, country programme teams, and sub-grantees. Communicates clearly, professionally, and respectfully across functions. Escalates risks and issues appropriately while contributing to a culture of shared accountability.
Creating an inclusive environment: Makes decisions and initiates action to ensure that programme policies leverage the capabilities and insights of individuals with diverse backgrounds, cultures, styles, abilities and motivation. Applies fairness, confidentiality, and transparency in documentation and reporting processes.
Proactive Learner: Actively seeks feedback and learning opportunities to strengthen technical knowledge of donor regulations, financial controls, and grant systems. Applies new knowledge to improve accuracy, coordination, and compliance within assigned portfolio. Reflects on mistakes constructively and integrates lessons into future practice.
Application deadline16 Nov 2026
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