Grants Officer at Rolan Foundation

Description 
As a Grant Officer at Rolan Foundation, you will play a pivotal role in securing funding for our impactful initiatives. Your responsibilities will include:

• Grant Proposal Development:
  • Research potential funding opportunities and assess their alignment with the foundation's mission and goals.
  • Develop compelling grant proposals, ensuring accuracy, coherence, and adherence to submission deadlines.
• Relationship Building:
  • Cultivate positive relationships with funding organizations, donors, and partners to enhance collaboration and grant support.
  • Communicate effectively with external stakeholders to gather necessary information for proposals.
• Grant Management:
  • Oversee the entire grant life cycle, from application to reporting, ensuring compliance with grant requirements.
  • Collaborate with program managers to track and report on grant progress and outcomes.
• Budgeting and Financial Oversight:
  • Work with the finance team to develop accurate budgets for grant proposals.
  • Monitor grant spending and ensure financial accountability in accordance with grant agreements.
• Research and Analysis:
  • Stay informed about funding trends, donor priorities, and best practices in grant management.
  • Analyze data and assess the impact of grant-funded projects for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field such as Business, Nonprofit Management, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in grant writing and grant management, preferably in the non-profit sector.
• Strong research and analytical skills, with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for building relationships with donors and partners.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic and results-oriented environment.
• If you are passionate about securing funding for impactful projects and have a track record of successful grant management as well as project management within the Humanitarian / Development space, we invite you to join our team