Remote Grant Manager

Placements24; Randburg; Ibrido; ZAR 800.000 - 1.100.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Remote work

Health insurance

Professional development

Paid time off

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 seeks a highly organized Remote Grant Manager for an established international foundation focused on environmental conservation. This role oversees the administration and strategic allocation of grant funding to conservation projects worldwide, operating fully remotely.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in grant management cycles, financial oversight, donor compliance, and remote collaboration.

Competenze

• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Environmental Management, or related field.
• 8+ years in grant management, financial management, or program administration; NGO/foundation preferred.
• Experience handling complex grant portfolios and donor-funded projects.
• Strong knowledge of grant management software and financial accounting principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in financial reporting and forecasting.
• Commitment to environmental conservation and sustainability.

Mansioni

• Manage full lifecycle of grants from application review to final reporting.
• Develop and implement grant management policies and procedures.
• Monitor budgets, expenditures, and financial reports from grantees.
• Conduct regular financial and programmatic reviews of ongoing grants.
• Ensure compliance with donor requirements, policies, and regulations.
• Maintain grant records in the grants management system.
• Serve as the primary contact for grantees regarding financial inquiries.
• Prepare regular reports for senior management and the board.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with grantees.
• Contribute to development of new grant-making strategies.

Conoscenze

Analytical

Organizational

Communication

Independence

Remote work

Formazione

Master's degree

Strumenti

Grant management software

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, an established international foundation committed to environmental conservation, is seeking a highly organized and experienced Remote Grant Manager to oversee the administration and strategic allocation of grant funding. This fully remote position is crucial for ensuring that our client's conservation projects worldwide receive adequate financial support and that grant funds are managed efficiently and effectively. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of grant management cycles, financial oversight, and donor compliance. You will be responsible for managing relationships with grant recipients, monitoring project progress, ensuring adherence to grant agreements, and reporting on financial and programmatic outcomes. This role requires exceptional attention to detail, strong financial acumen, and the ability to work autonomously in a remote setting. You will play a key part in enabling our client to achieve its ambitious conservation goals by ensuring seamless financial operations and robust accountability for all awarded grants. The ability to navigate complex financial regulations and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders is essential for success.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of grants, from application review and due diligence to fund disbursement and final reporting.
• Develop and implement grant management policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and compliance.
• Monitor grant budgets, expenditures, and financial reports from grantees, ensuring adherence to approved budgets.
• Conduct regular financial and programmatic reviews of ongoing grants to assess progress and identify potential risks.
• Ensure all grant activities comply with donor requirements, organizational policies, and relevant legal regulations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date grant records in the grants management system.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for grantees regarding financial and administrative inquiries.
• Prepare regular reports for senior management and the board on grant portfolio performance, risks, and opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with grantees, fostering a collaborative and supportive partnership.
• Contribute to the development of new grant-making strategies and initiatives.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Environmental Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in grant management, financial management, or program administration, preferably within an NGO or foundation setting.
• Proven experience in managing complex grant portfolios and donor-funded projects.
• Strong knowledge of grant management software and financial accounting principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet deadlines in a remote environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in financial reporting and forecasting.
• A deep commitment to environmental conservation and sustainability.

Benefits

This is a fully remote position offering significant work-life balance and the flexibility to work from anywhere. Our client provides a highly competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement planning, and ample paid time off. Continuous professional development opportunities are available, enabling you to stay current with best practices in grant management and conservation finance. You will be part of a dedicated and passionate global team working towards a vital mission. The opportunity to significantly contribute to impactful environmental conservation projects worldwide is a core benefit. We foster a culture of integrity, collaboration, and innovation, supporting employee growth and well-being.