Grants Manager (Philippine Program)
Leyte, Philippines
Contracted
Mid Level
IIRR is one of the world’s leading rural development NGOs. Founded in 1960, IIRR’s programs have impacted more than 62 million rural lives across five continents. The organization’s programs address the health, education, and environmental conditions of rural communities and prioritizes the delivery of sustainable and scalable solutions that empower people to improve their lives and livelihoods. IIRR maintains offices in Africa, Asia, and North America.
IIRR-Philippines seeks a motivated development professional to serve in the role of Grants Manager. Qualified women are encouraged to apply.
General Description
The Grants Manager will oversee the management and full life cycle of the on-granting component of the LUYON project and oversee the management of grant timelines, reporting requirements, and deliverables. She/he will work closely with the Project Management Team to finalize the grant policies and process. The post reports to the Project Director. The place of assignments in Leyte are Alangalang, Sta. Fe and San Miguel.
Key Responsibilities
Requirements
Application Instructions:
Interested applicants who meet the above job criteria should submit:
Closing date of application is 15 May 2025 or until a suitable candidate is identified. Please note that we are able to respond to short-listed candidates only.
IIRR-Philippines seeks a motivated development professional to serve in the role of Grants Manager. Qualified women are encouraged to apply.
General Description
The Grants Manager will oversee the management and full life cycle of the on-granting component of the LUYON project and oversee the management of grant timelines, reporting requirements, and deliverables. She/he will work closely with the Project Management Team to finalize the grant policies and process. The post reports to the Project Director. The place of assignments in Leyte are Alangalang, Sta. Fe and San Miguel.
Key Responsibilities
- Work with the PMT to implement the grantmaking process
- Work closely with grantees and guide the process, proper documentation, and prepare agreements, work plans, and budgets. Ensure all proposals are submitted on time and following grant guidelines
- Ensure compliance with all grant terms and conditions, including budget adherence and reporting deadlines
- Coordinate with finance and program staff to track the use of grant funds and prepare financial reports for funders
- Track and monitor the impact of grants, collecting relevant data and outcomes to report back to funders
- Maintain a system for organizing and tracking grant documents and communications
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, Business, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in grant writing and grants management, preferably in the nonprofit sector. Experience with both government and foundation grants is highly desirable.
- Ability to write and edit reports and conduct research.
- Effective written and oral communication skills in English; knowledge of one or more Asian languages a plus.
- Team player and able to work productively with teams.
- Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary and multicultural work environment.
- Computer proficient, with knowledge and experience in word processing and database management.
Application Instructions:
Interested applicants who meet the above job criteria should submit:
- electronic application letter (1-2 page) that summarizes key competencies and skills relevant to the job
- curriculum vitae (3–5-page summary)
- contact information (telephone, email)
- three-character references with address and contact email/phone numbers
Closing date of application is 15 May 2025 or until a suitable candidate is identified. Please note that we are able to respond to short-listed candidates only.
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