Head of Grants & Impact at Gap Talent Partners

About the job

Our client who provides project and asset loans alongside partner rewards that help expand access to education in Sub-Saharan Africa, is looking for Head of Grants & Impact.

The Head of Grants & Impact will handle grant applications and reporting for grants. This will include searching for new grants that fit ’s company’s mission, applying for these grants, and managing reporting after having won grants.

What you will do

• Keep an up to date pipeline tracker of all grants in process or won
• Search for new grants that fit company’s mandate
• Complete applications for all grants found
• Complete all reporting requirements for grants
• Manage relationships with grant providers
• Liaise with government contacts in Washington DC to manage relationships
• Stay up to date on any developments in company’s progress or business model
• Attend 50% of in-person days at Company’s Nairobi office to stay abreast of all business developments
• Manage deliverables for the USAID Catalyze program, Global School Forum’s Impact at Scale Labs and any other emerging grant projects
• Contribute to program design, planning and budgeting for a range of company’s social initiatives, including expansion of our financial solutions and support programs to new sectors and customer segments
• Take the lead on designing and implementing company’s impact measurement and reporting strategy

What you must bring to the table

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Social Sciences, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• At least 7 years of experience in grant management, fund acquisition, and partnership management in the non-profit or development sector.
• Proven track record of securing and managing substantial grant funding.
• Strong understanding of the grant funding landscape and donor requirements, particularly in the education and development sectors.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including government officials and international donors.
• Experience in impact measurement and evaluation.
• Strategic thinking with the ability to lead program design and implementation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and grant management software.

What’s in it for you

36k-48k USD per annum

Medical cover insurance for you and immediate family members

Career growth opportunities

Flexible working environment

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