USAID/ Philippines is designing a new multi-sectoral, grant-making facility project to build the capacity of Pacific Island partners for self-reliance. The goal of this anticipated USAID activity is to improve the quality of life of Pacific Islanders by reducing long-term vulnerabilities associated with climate change and disasters through:
• Increased environmental resilience and disaster management capabilities,
• Expanded sustainable market-driven economic growth, and
• Advanced democratic governance.
The anticipated activity will provide USAID a platform to invigorate partnerships within and between Pacific communities in form of sub-grants that strengthen managerial and financial capacity of civil society organizations, among other characteristics.
Responsibilities:
DT Global is seeking a Grants Manager for this anticipated USAID activity and he/she will be responsible for providing overall management of the project’s grants program adherence to compliance to ensure the successful achievement of project goals and objectives.
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree required; graduate degree preferred
• 7+ years of relevant grants management experience, preferably for USAID or other donor-funded programs.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Experience with USAID contract and grants management policies required
• Ability to prioritize and manage a high-volume workload in a fast-paced work environment.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and other basic computer applications.
Core Competencies:
Teamwork: Works cooperatively and effectively with others to achieve common goals. Participates in building a culture characterized by inclusion, trust and commitment.
Communication: Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts professionally. Demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people’s ideas and thoughts.
Adaptability: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
Customer/Client Focused: Anticipates, monitors and meets the needs of customers and responds to them in an appropriate and responsive manner.
Diversity and Inclusion: Conveys respect for diverse individuals and perspectives; models inclusive behavior and treats everyone fairly.
Professionalism: Displays appropriate and ethical behavior, integrity and personal presentation in the workplace always; demonstrates respectful communication for others, both verbal and non-verbal.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
DT Global, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or national origin. DT Global, LLC prohibits discriminating against employees and job applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant.
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