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FHI 360:

FHI 360 is a global development organization with a rigorous, evidence-based approach. Our professional staff includes experts in civil society, peacebuilding, health, nutrition, education, economic development, environment and research. FHI 360 operates from 60 offices with 4,200 staff in the U.S. and around the world. Our commitment to partnerships at every level and our multidisciplinary approach enable us to have a lasting impact on the individuals, communities and countries we serve–improving lives for millions.

FHI 360 is currently recruiting for the position of Grants Officer for the organization’s USAID Ma3an program, which will increase the capacity of communities to withstand political, social, and economic stresses and shocks by achieving the objectives of: 1- Youth are equipped with skills and engaged in civic actions with local actors to address their communities’ needs and grievances (Positive Youth Development) and 2-Tunisian capabilities to prevent and counter violent extremism are enhanced (Preventing/ Countering Violent Extremism).

Ma3an will spur 30 of Tunisia’s most vulnerable communities to action and generate sustainable resources for development in areas that are vulnerable to instability. Together with USAID/Tunisia’s programs in accountability, decentralization, and youth entrepreneurship (i.e., TADAEEM and Mashrou3i), Ma3an will consolidate democratic progress while fostering social cohesion in target areas.

Job Summary:

The Grants Officer will report to the Contracts and Grants Associate Director, will provide programmatic, administrative and logistical support to the program/grants team to support the day-to-day activities in the communities served by ma3an, working closely grants team to design, implement, and monitor activities. Grants responsibilities will include providing administrative support and facilitating communication to ensure timely completion of project objectives and deliverables while adhering to budget, scope, and schedule requirements. S/he will also work closely with other team members to track all grants, ensure grant applications and paperwork comply with the relevant rules and regulations, suggest corrective measures, and provide technical assistance as needed. S/he will serve as a direct link between the project, other staff and assigned grantees, and will also provide communications and training support to the grantees as needed.

Position Responsibilities:

• Provides support to the Contract and Grants Associate Director and assists with troubleshooting, updates work plans, and ensures effective implementation of program/grants activities;
• Supports coordination of logistics and facilitation of project workshops and events in communities served by Ma3an;
• Communicates regularly and collaborates closely with the Regional program and grants officers on the implementation of project activities;
• Reviews and screens grant applications for eligibility criteria and supports the grants selection process;
• Supports Regional program and grants officers in developing grantees full proposals and ensures that they submit complete supporting grant documentation;
• Produce complete grants packages as assigned by the Contracts and Grants Associate Director;
• Maintains an online grant tracking system, and ensure compliant monitoring and reporting on grant activities;
• Support in monitoring the implementation of grantee activities, including conducting site visits;
• Maintains accurate and complete files of grants documentation;
• Tracks performance against project timelines, budget, objectives, and deliverables;
• Assists as needed with translating program documents (into/from English, French, and/or Arabic);
• Assisting with the production of quarterly progress reports and other reporting documents as needed;
• Work with regional program and grants officer to ensure accurate grant close-out processes;
• Reviews grant packages for accuracy and compliance prior to the Contracts and Grants Associate Director;
• Communicates and coordinates as needed with other members of the project team; and
• Provides inputs to, and ensures, delivery of high-quality deliverables to client.