Job Description

Title: Grants Officer

Company Name: Uttaran

Vacancy: Not specific

Job Location: Dhaka

Employment Status: Contractual

Educational Requirements:
∎ Bachelor's and Master's degree in any relevant subject

Experience Requirements:
∎ At least 1 year(s)

Job Context:
∎ Uttaran is an NGO working in Bangladesh since 1985 to uphold rights and entitlements and to improve the socio-economic condition of the poor and disadvantaged community people. Uttaran is a people-centred organization using a rights-based approach to alleviate poverty, diversify livelihood opportunities and empower poor communities of Bangladesh.
∎ Uttaran invites applications for the vacant position titled- Grants Officer
∎ Reports to: Head of Programme (climate change and water governance) of the organization

Job Responsibilities:
∎ Grants Officer will be responsible for the following tasks:
∎ Research and Identify Funding Opportunities: Identify potential grant opportunities from various sources such as government agencies, foundations, and corporations that align with the NGO's mission and projects.
∎ Grant Proposal Writing: Prepare and submit well-written grant proposals, ensuring they meet the specific requirements of each funding opportunity and effectively communicate the NGO's goals, activities, and impact.
∎ Budget Development: Collaborate with program managers and finance teams to develop accurate and detailed budgets that outline project expenses and align with the funding requirements
∎ Relationship Building: Establish and maintain positive relationships with grantors, donors, and other stakeholders through effective communication, networking, and periodic updates on the NGO's activities.
∎ Evaluation and Learning: Participate in the evaluation of grant-funded projects to assess their impact, identify lessons learned, and contribute to the organization's learning and improvement.
∎ Support line manager: to develop and maintain overview of all grants, donor requirements, rules and regulations, and internal and external deadlines, including filing of grant documents.
∎ Grant Research and Trends: Stay updated on funding trends, best practices, and changes in the grant landscape to enhance the NGO's competitiveness in securing funding.
∎ Collaboration: Collaborate with program teams, finance, and other departments to ensure alignment between funding proposals and the NGO's strategic objectives.
∎ Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of all grant-related documents, communications, and reports for future reference and auditing purposes.
∎ Knowledge Documentation: Ensure knowledge documentation
∎ Support to prepare NGOAB FDs related agreements and project letters (as well as other documentation, including project introductory letters, reporting, other correspondence) and fulfilment by Uttaran's project participants and donors.
∎ Prepare the process of the development and revision of funding proposals, budgets, and donor reports.
∎ Be updated on donor priorities and track and share relevant calls for proposals when possible.

Additional Requirements:
∎ Minimum one year working experience within NGO/INGO for grant management
∎ Commitment to an understanding of Uttaran's core values and principles.
∎ Have an effective acquaintance with donor management.
∎ Excellent planning and time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
∎ Have good command of the English language.
∎ Have excellent writing, reporting, and analytical skills.
∎ Have excellent knowledge and skill in Office applications (MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel).
∎ Self-motivation, goal/result-orientation, and teamwork.

Salary:
∎ BDT 40,000 - 45,000 (Depending on experience)

Job Source: Bdjobs.com Online Job Posting.

Application Deadline: 10 Sep 2023

Company Information:
∎ 31 Aug 2023
∎ Uttaran
∎ Address : Uttaran Dhaka Office: Flat-B1, House-32, Road-10/A, Dhanmondi, Dhaka- 1209
∎ Business : Uttaran is a national development organization working in the southwest Bangladesh since 1985 to uphold rights and entitlements and to improve the socio-economic condition of the poor and disadvantaged. Uttaran facilitates in getting access to and control over resources by the poor and disadvantaged to improve agricultural productivity and economic empowerment.

Category: NGO/Development

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Source: bdjobs.com

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