The Grants Officer is responsible for the administration and proper management of processes throughout the grants management cycle. The incumbent effectively manages a portfolio of grants, implementing pre- and post-grant award processes and providing support to grantees to ensure the delivery of quality projects on time and on budget.

Required Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in business administration, Project Management, or related, obtained from a recognized institution.
• A professional certification in Project Management or related is desirable
• At least 5 years of demonstrated experience in business administration/project management
• Experience in grants management and skills in event management
• Demonstrable experience in grant management systems
• Demonstrated knowledge of working collaboratively and in partnership with grantees, global partners and stakeholders
• Working knowledge of reporting and development of contractual documents for grantees
• Proficiency in MS Office applications

Attributes

• Ability to work in an international and multi-cultural setting.
• Goal and deadline-driven; proven track record of delivering at the highest possible quality and within set timeframes.
• Highly organized with an ability to balance working independently with engaging teams.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, and ability to represent the AAS at all levels and in different cultural settings.
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
• High moral standing and impeccable integrity.

Languages

• Excellent in English (Oral and written)
• Knowledge of other African Union languages (e.g., Arabic, French, and Portuguese) will be an advantage.

Additional information

• This is a fixed term engagement. The successful candidate will be engaged full time (40 hours/ week) for a period of 2 years working at the AAS offices in Nairobi, Kenya.
• All applicants must submit a filled application form from the AAS website.