The Grants Officer will be responsible for the implementation of grants procedures and policies and support the regional grantees for the USAID-supported Communication for Health Project. The Grants Officer will work directly with the Senior Grants, Finance and Administration Manager to ensure that all grant meet USAID rules and regulations requirements throughout the life of the Project. S/he will be responsible for managing the sub grant management, grantees capacity building and ensure donor compliance.
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
Duty Station: Addis Ababa or Hawassa
· Bachelors degree in business, accounting, and/or other relevant area;
· At least 5 years of experience in finance, grants and sub grant management
· Experience working with local implementing partners;
· Financial experience with a USAID-supported project and knowledge of USAID rules and regulations required;
· Experience mentoring, training or other capacity building interventions for grantees;
· Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access);
· Working knowledge of quick books
· Ability to juggle multiple tasks and willingness to take initiative;
· Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team member;
· Excellent organizational and communication skills, with close attention to detail;
· Ability to travel within the region and to Central Office; and
· Fluency in English and Amharic.