Grants Officer at Chemonics International

Purpose

The Grant Officer will support the Grants Manager in the strategic management and implementation of grants under the Lagos Urban Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Program (LUWASH). The Grant Officer will play a key role in the day-to-day operational management of grants, including the preparation, review, and monitoring of grant agreements, budgets, and compliance with USAID and federal regulations. The Grant Officer will ensure that grants are effectively managed from award through close-out, while maintaining high standards of financial and operational integrity.

Reporting

The Grants Officer reports to the Grants Manager

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation, issuance, and negotiation of sub-grant agreements, including developing scopes of work, budgets, and performance indicators that align with LUWASH program objectives.
• Support the onboarding of sub-grantees by facilitating training on LUWASH’s policies, USAID compliance requirements, and financial reporting procedures.
• Manage the day-to-day implementation of assigned grants, ensuring all activities are compliant with USAID regulations, LUWASH policies, and grant agreement terms. This includes monitoring and reviewing sub-grantee activities and expenditures.
• Assist with grant amendments and modifications, ensuring all adjustments are in accordance with programmatic and financial requirements.
• Review and assess grantee budgets, ensuring that costs are eligible, allocable, and reasonable. Work closely with the finance team to monitor the accuracy of financial reports, ensuring compliance with USAID’s financial management policies.
• Monitor grantee compliance with USAID and LUWASH’s policies, including financial, technical, and reporting requirements. Ensure proper documentation and approvals are obtained for any adjustments or deviations from the approved budget.
• Ensure that all documentation related to grants management (e.g., agreements, modifications, financial reports) is accurate, complete, and stored in compliance with LUWASH and USAID documentation standards.
• Identify and flag any potential risks or challenges associated with assigned grants, including non-compliance, underperformance, or financial discrepancies. Work with the Grants Manager to develop and implement corrective actions.
• Provide technical assistance and guidance to grantees on grant management best practices, financial management, and USAID regulations.
• Support the close-out of grants by ensuring that all deliverables have been met, financial reports are submitted, and all required documentation is complete and in compliance with regulations.
• Assist with preparing final reports for USAID and other stakeholders, ensuring that all necessary information, including financial documentation and performance results, is included.
• Ensure that all project grants and other project files (hard copy and electronic) are complete and maintained as required.
• Provide regular updates and status reports to the Grants Manager on the progress of grant activities, including financial management, compliance, and performance monitoring.
• Perform other duties as required. 

Preferred Skills/ Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, international development, or a related field.
• At least 4 years of experience in grants management, preferably in an international development context, with strong knowledge of USAID regulations, policies, and compliance requirements.
• Experience in managing and monitoring large-scale grants and sub-grants is preferred.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft clear and concise reports, agreements, and correspondence.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), and experience with grants management software is an advantage.
• Familiarity with financial management and accounting systems, including budget tracking, expense reporting, and financial reconciliation.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Duration

This is a long-term assignment based in Lagos. The expected duration is at least one year. No relocation provision is provided.