The Grant and Funding Manager is responsible for identifying, applying for, managing, and reporting on grants and funding opportunities to support the organization’s programs and projects. The role involves strategic planning, relationship building with funding agencies, ensuring compliance with funding requirements, and maximizing resource mobilization to advance organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Funding Strategy and Planning
• Develop and implement comprehensive funding strategies aligned with organizational targets.
• Identify potential funding sources including government grants, private foundations, donors, and international agencies.
• Prepare and submit grant proposals and funding applications tailored to each opportunity.
• Grant Acquisition and Management
• Lead the end-to-end grant application process, including documentation, budgeting, and compliance.
• Manage allocated grants, ensuring all deliverables, budgets, and reporting requirements are met.
• Maintain detailed records of grants received, usage, and outcome reports.
• Compliance and Reporting
• Ensure adherence to all grant conditions, donor requirements, and legal regulations.
• Prepare periodic reports, financial statements, and impact assessments for stakeholders and funding agencies.
• Coordinate audits and reviews related to grants and funding.
• Stakeholder and Donor Relations
• Build and nurture relationships with donors, government agencies, and partners.
• Conduct presentations and meetings to maintain good rapport and secure future funding.
• Represent the organization at funding-related forums and events.
• Monitoring and Evaluation
• Monitor progress of funded projects to ensure objectives are achieved.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of funding activities and recommend improvements.
• Oversee the documentation of lessons learned and best practices.
• Capacity Building
• Train staff and partners on grant management, compliance, and reporting procedures.
• Develop internal tools and systems to streamline funding management processes.

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Development Studies, or relevant fields; a Master’s degree is an advantage.
• Proven experience in grant writing, fundraising, or resource mobilization.
• Strong understanding of donor requirements, legal regulations, and financial management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.