The Center for Health, Human Rights and Development (CEHURD) is a mainstream legal and human rights indigenous organization in Uganda committed to addressing social injustices, inequalities and health rights violations faced by women, girls and other vulnerable populations in East Africa. We strongly believe that a more equal and just society enables individuals and communities to thrive and realize their full potential, and this is critical for sustainable development. We advance social justice in health for all using tested approaches that include strategic litigation, advocacy, community empowerment, research and knowledge management.

Job Purpose

The Grants Officer provides leadership in Grants Management, sub-granting/on-granting, Compliance, documentation and grants development supportby managing the on-granting processes upstream and downstream grant compliance and support. This role involves managing on-grant/sub-grant administration, donor intelligence, solicitation and reporting to advance CEHURD’s mission and strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

The scope of work will include but will not be limited to the following:

1.       Grants Compliance and Reporting Excellence (35%)

§  Ensure compliance with all donor requirements and adhere to submission deadlines.

§  Manage and maintain the Grants Management System

§  Maintain accurate grants business records for donor and subgrant/on-grants and partners. Provide clear and concise grants administration guidelines and procedures for staff and sub-grants/on-grants.

§  Custodian of grant and on-grant/sub-grant contracts and MoUs

§  Preparation of meticulous and timely grants performance

§  Prepare and produce Grant Impact reports

2.       Grants Finance support and Grant Performance Monitoring (35%)

§  Assist in the development of realistic budgets for grant proposals.

§  Monitor grants budget expenditures and grants financial accountability in line with donor guidelines.

§  Coordinate with the finance team to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance to budgetary requirements.

§  Maintain a comprehensive and up-to-date grants database, meticulously tracking the status of applications, reporting requirements, and project outcomes.

§  Collaborate with the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) team to establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for grant-funded projects.

§  Ensure that the M&E framework aligns with donor requirements and organizational goals.

§  Identify potential risks associated with grant-funded projects and develop strategies to mitigate these risks.

§  Implement risk management protocols (grants performance tracker) to ensure the smooth execution of projects.

3.       Strategic Fundraising and Donor Relations (15%)

§  Support the Head, Grants in the implementation of CEHURD’s grant funding and fundraising strategy.

§  Map donor policy and priorities and their alignment with CEHURD’s programmatic goals.

§  Maintain strong donor and on-grant relationships.

§  Network, gather information, and conduct donor intelligence and context analysis that contributes to CEHURD’s ability to make strategic and informed decisions regarding fundraising and partnerships

§  Cultivate new donors and maintain relationships with existing donors through personalized engagement and stewardship.

§  Explore opportunities for diversifying funding sources.

4.       Grant Research, Application Management, and Proposal Development (10%)

§  Conduct in-depth research to identify a diverse range of funding opportunities from donors and other business partners (MDAs and corporate enterprises).

§  Stay current on global health, human rights, and development funding trends to align grant-seeking strategies with evolving priorities.

§  Assist in the preparation and submission of grant applications, coordinating inputs from various departments to create comprehensive and persuasive proposals.

§  Conduct ongoing grants administration and research, including analyses of grant trends.

§  Collaborate closely with programmatic teams, legal experts, and researchers to gather necessary information for proposals.

§  Ensure proposals are well-articulated, impactful, and align with CEHURD’s mission and donor strategic objectives.

5.       Team Development and Capacity Building (5%)

§  Provide targeted training and support to program staff involved in grant management-related activities.

§  Facilitate knowledge sharing within the organization regarding successful grant acquisition and management strategies.

§  Provide guidance and mentorship to staff involved in grant-related activities.

§  Collaborate with internal teams to enhance organizational capacity for successful grant acquisition and management.

§  Stay abreast of new technologies, requirements, trends, and best practices within the field of grants administration.

§  Ensure timely and quality completion of tasks.

§  Maintain high quality and accurate information management systems for grants.

Academic Qualifications:

§  Bachelor’s degree in any relevant field (e.g., Public Health, Law, International Development, project management).

Job Related Experience and Knowledge:

§  Experience of at least 3 years in grants acquisition and management.

§  Must have experience in managing sub-grants/on-grants of at least USD300,000

§  Knowledge of the donor landscape, including foundations, government agencies, and international organizations.

§  Strong organizational and project management skills.

§  Proficiency in using and management of grant systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

§  Experience in managing sub-grants and building the capacity of sub-grants/on-grants.

Special Attributes:

§  Integrity and Honesty

§  Compassionate and Hardworking

§  Approachable and Good at Networking

§  Good Listener

§  Dedication to CEHURD’s Mission and Social Justice

§  Strategic Thinker with a Results-Oriented Approach

§  Cultural Sensitivity and the Ability to Navigate Diverse Stakeholder Relationships

Competencies:

Key Relationships:

Internal:

§  Head, Grants

§  Programme Teams

§  Finance Team

§  CEHURD Staff

External:

§  Donors and Funding Agencies

§  Sub-grants/On-grants