Job Summary
Plan is an international humanitarian, child centered development organisation, implementing development programs that promote the realisation and fulfillment of children's rights and the alleviation of child poverty. Through these programs, Plan reaches out to over 300 000 people in Zimbabwe annually, particularly children. Plan is an equal opportunity employer. The Zimbabwe program seeks services of a suitably qualified Grants Co-ordinator on a renewable 2 year fixed term contract basis.
Job purpose:
Provides support and promotes the achievement of country goals through co-ordination of grant funded program activities in accordance with organisational policies, donor requirements and standards of accountability.
Explores grant funding opportunities through the development of quality concept papers/grant proposals in line with the approved Country Strategic Plan and emerging development interventions. Provides support in developing the country resource mobilisation strategy, monitors implementation of grant funded program activities and builds capacity of staff on grant management, grant proposal development and grant reporting.
Requirements:
Qualifications, Skills & Experience
A university degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies or related field
A minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role in the NGO sector or with Multi-lateral/ Bi-lateral funding organizations
Experience in developing grant proposals and grant reporting
Good research, negotiation, analytical and problem solving skills
Ability to work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment .
Strong team-building and facilitation skills
Excellent communication skills .
Proficient in computer skills
Interested candidates who meet the above stated requirements are required to submit a motivational letter, a comprehensive CV and details of at least 2 referees to:
zwe.recruitment@plan-international.org.
Applicants who responded to the March 2012 Grants Co-ordinator job posting should not reapply.
Reference and background checks will be performed for successful candidates including clearances on child related offences in conformity with Plan‘s Child Protection Policy. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 4th May, 2012.
Applicants who responded to the March 2012 Grants Co-ordinator job posting should not reapply.
Reference and background checks will be performed for successful candidates including clearances on child related offences in conformity with Plan‘s Child Protection Policy. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 4th May, 2012.
