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Grants and Compliance Officer

Date Posted: Nov 05, 2022
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  • Location:
    kabul
  • Company:
    Swedish Committee for Afghanistan (SCA)
  • Type:
    Contract
  • Shift:
    First Shift (Morning)
  • Career Level:
    Experienced Professional
  • Positions:
    1
  • Vacancy number:
    HRM/KMO 144-22
  • Experience:
    3 Year
  • Gender:
    Any
  • Salary:
    As per Company salary scale
  • Degree:
    Bachelors
  • Apply Before:
    Nov 16, 2022
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About Swedish Committee for Afghanistan (SCA)

SCA Background

The Swedish Committee for Afghanistan (SCA) has been working in Afghanistan since 1982, presently managing development Programs concerning Health, Education, Rural Livelihoods and Community Governance, with a total annual budget of roughly USD 40 million. The total number of staff is slightly over 7,386.During the last 10 years SCA has undertaken a change process moving from a primarily humanitarian service delivery approach towards more of a developmental role, putting increasing emphasis on capacity development, rights-based programming, and outcome orientation. The mission of SCA is to empower individuals, communities, and local organizations, primarily in rural areas and with particular focus on women, girls, boys and vulnerable groups such as people with disabilities, so that they may participate fully in society and influence their own development. SCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment based on their skills, abilities, and experience without regard to age (18-65 years), ethnicity, religion, marital status, gender, or physical disability.

Job Description

As Grants and Compliance Officer, she/he is responsible for compliance in relation to requirements of FCDO agreement/contract, contributing to the smooth functioning of the FCDO-funded project grant management working process, including facilitation of grants management teams, and sharing information related to the grant. She/he will be the focal point for relations and dialogue with FCDO.

Main Responsibilities:          

  • Coordinate and actively participate in the FCDO-funded project implementation Kick-off and close-out workshops
  • Initiate and coordinate periodic (e.g quarterly or bi-annual or as may be necessary) project contract implementation reviews to ensure the implementation timelines are adhered to.
  • Give continuous support on grant disbursement issues to regions and Program staff and disseminate relevant documents (guidelines, application and reporting templates and agreements).
  • Review and follow-up on reports, budgets, and other related documents to ensure it is aligned with donor requirements and expectations.
  • Responsible for verifying and monitoring financial reports and incurred expenses under the approved grant proposal and work plan to ensure they are adequately documented and in compliance with the grant agreement.
  • Submit reports to FCDO in line with  the donor requirements
  • Ensure that SCA complies with contractual agreements with regards to planning, reporting, working with Grants Management in line with existing Guidelines.
  • Communicate donor requirements to the rest of the organization through the Grant Management Teams and to line management
  • Communicate with donor on agreement compliance issues and donor dialogue
  • Prepare and follow-up on regular donor meetings
  • Involve relevant units at KMO, RMO and SMO in the thematic and methodological dialogue with FCDO compliance requirements
  • Ensure the details of FCDO grant is included in grants databases including grants documentation, cover letters and reviews of the grant management  compliance process.
  • Support the Grants Unit in Management of  grant agreements/contracts with donors based in Afghanistan and the surrounding regions whenever required from time to time.
  • Conduct field trips to monitor granted projects, including during field trips.
  • Stand in for the Grants Coordinator and line manager as might be required from time to time.
  • Otherwise perform duties on behalf of Grants Coordinator, as might be required from time to time.
 

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, in the related professional field, Graduated from the Faculty of Economy or holder of BBA from any relevant institute.

Experience:

  • At least 3 years or more post-qualification experience in grants management, program development, resource mobilization and donor relations or similar role

Others:

  • Good communication skills: Must demonstrate the ability to communicate well with donors and external stakeholders

Skills Required

Submission Guideline:

  • Interested qualified candidates should submit a full CV with a cover letter explaining their motivation in applying for the job and highlighting their relevant skills and experience.
  • To apply online please send your application / CV to through APPLY below link.

https://scahris.odoo.com/jobs/announcements/detail/grants-and-compliance-officer-321 

  • Academic certificates or references need not be submitted at this time. These will be requested if called for an interview.
  • Only short-listed candidates will be invited for a written test and/or interview.
  • Applications after the given deadline are not accepted.
  • SCA is committed to ethical standards and a safe and inclusive work environment. Our work is based on our values: Responsiveness, Equality, Impartiality, Social Justice, and Integrity.
  • Background and reference checks are part of the recruitment process and will be conducted for the successful candidate.

Submission Email:

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