Grants & Reporting Officer (JPO) at Terre des hommes Foundation (Tdh)

The position of Grant & Reporting Officer will be instrumental in coordinating proposal development to better position Tdh in the complex and competitive context of Nigeria, and she/he will support the implementation of the short and mid-term strategy to secure fundings. The position will be based in Maiduguri.

General Responsibilities :

Under the responsibility of the Head of Delegation, the Grant & Reporting Officer duties will include coordinating and contributing to proposal writing processes; coordinating and editing progress/final reports; handling grant administration and follow-up; ensuring compliance with grant regulations; identifying funding opportunity; disseminating Tdh program staff on donor policies; and supporting in the project cycle management, monitoring, and external communication aspects.

The full job description will be shared with the candidates selected to start the recruitment process.

Profile :

Education :

Masters / Post-graduate from a recognized University/college in International Development, Social Sciences or any other related area that can bring added value to the job.

Experience & Competencies :

• Proven analytical skills and the ability to think strategically in relation to fundraising and donor engagement.
• Strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills; able to understand complex issues and translate them into simple, workable actions and plans.
• Experience with working in multi-cultural environment.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills.
• Good administrative and numerical skills and attention to details.
• Ability to adjust to constantly changing situations while maintaining focus on delivery and follow-through.
• Excellent planning skills and understanding of Programme Cycle Management in emergencies and/or development environments.
• Knowledge in securing and managing funds from institutional donors would be an asset.

Languages :

Excellent personal communication skills, in written and verbal English, with high impact influencing and persuasive skills

Knowledge in French is an asset.

IT :

High proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Conditions:

• Swiss contract
• Gross monthly salary CHF 2450.- x13,36 months
• Insurances: sickness, accident, repatriation
• Annual leaves: 25 days/year
• Flights to duty station and back

Tdh Global Code of Conduct and Risk Management Policies :

• Fully complies with Tdh’s Global Code of Conduct and systematically reports any breach to the Code through the whistleblowing procedure: raises awareness within the Foundation on abuse and violence and the rights deriving therefrom, respecting the rights and dignity of children, members of the communities and our own Staff
• Commits to respecting Risk Management Policies including: Safeguarding Policies (Child Safeguarding Policy, Policy on the Protection against Sexual Exploitation and the Directive on Staff Misconduct at the Workplace), Safety and Security Policy and Anti-Fraud/Corruption and Prevention of the Financing of Criminal Activities Policies
• Commits to reducing the risk of abuse and harm by developing a culture of open and informed leadership within the organization and in our work with children and the communities in which we intervene in.