Grand Africa Initiative (GAIN ) is a Pan-African Non-governmental organization helping African young men and women, between 15 and 35 years, develop and harness their unique ideas, talents and abilities for success in education, entrepreneurship, innovation and employment. We train, mentor and empower African youth with digital, leadership, employability and...
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We are seeking a highly skilled and results-oriented Grant and Partnership Officer to lead grant sourcing, proposal development, and donor engagement in support of our social impact programs.
Key Responsibilities
Secure local and foreign grants
Identify and track local and international grant opportunities aligned with the Organization’s mission
Develop competitive grant applications
Manage donor relationships and communication throughout the grant lifecycle
Ensure compliance with donor guidelines, reporting requirements, and deadlines
Qualifications & Requirements
Must reside in Abuja.
Age: 21-29 Years
Minimum of 4 years relevant work experience in grant writing, resource mobilization, or donor-funded programs and relationship management.
Proven experience securing and managing local and international grants is required
Experience winning both local and foreign grants is a strong advantage
Strong grant-writing, research, and budgeting skills
Familiarity with donor requirements, compliance, and reporting standards
Excellent communication, coordination, and time-management skills
High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
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