Grant Assistant

AdvertiserRafiki wa Maendeleo Trust

Location Rest of Kenya
Job Category NGO, Community & Social Devt
Work Type Full Time

Salary Not specified

We are a Non-Governmental Organisation operating in rural Rarieda District. The organisation began as a grass-root CBO in 2003 to assist orphaned children and youth through community empowerment. The organisation has since developed into a dynamic organisation, focused on empowerment and development, both within the community and the organisation.
We are currently seeking to recruit talented, progressive and team-oriented individuals to fill positions that meet our growing needs. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Due to the rural set-up and challenges associated therewith, all applicants should have a personal commitment to community development.
Applicants should take time to reflect and make sure they resonate strongly with the organisation’s vision and mission before considering to apply.
Vision: People believe in themselves and work together to build a vibrant and progressive community.
Mission: Empower people and build their capacities to create positive change for children and youth within their community.
Grant Assistant
Purpose of the PositionTo provide grant related support services including but not limited to specialized administrative tasks and logistical support.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain and update diary for major grant activities, schedule of meetings, and provide weekly reminders to team members.
• Provide logistical support in preparation for in-house and field based meetings and trainings.
• Keep, maintain and update databases of grant activities. Carry out general tasks as needed by the grant including but not limited to printing, photocopying, and filing of and updating grant documents as per the organizations standards.
• Takes part in developing and maintaining filing system with regards to grant and ensuring accuracy, confidentiality and consistency of the filing system.
• Maintain baseline knowledge of relevant grant services.
• Coordinate with Administration and Finance for logistical support of the grant.

Internal Administration

• Provide quality and timely delivery of all grant reports, in their agreed format and deadlines.
• Maintain follow up system to ensure efficient processes.
• Maintain and keep up to date and accurate summary of field records and reports of activities and beneficiaries according to the organization’s M & E reporting requirements.
• Actively maintain the internal referral system to ensure beneficiaries are provided with maximum support from the organizations various expertise.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Actively participate in the Saturday Psycho-Social Support Program for Orphaned and Vulnerable
• Children and build the community’s capacity to eventually run the Saturday PSS on their own.
• Perform any other duties and responsibilities which may be assigned by the management from time to time and which are related to the achievement of RWMT’s mission and vision.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:(The knowledge, skills and abilities may be required through a combination of formal schooling, self-education and prior experience or on-the-job-training).
Level of Education:

• At least a diploma in social sciences or business administration

Specialized Training/Professional Qualifications

• Computer skills in MS Word and Excel; Records Management training Administration

Other Competencies:

• Must have developed good intercultural orientation and strong public relations skills.
• Should possess strong communication, negotiation, and administration skills.
• Should have a valid Motorbike license and be able to ride the motorbike.

Job Experience:

• At least two (2) years relevant experience in a similar position

APPLICATIONSInterested candidates are requested to email:

• cover letter stating the position for which you are applying, along with current remuneration or last remuneration if currently not employed,
• three paragraph motivation statement and why you feel you meet the requirements,
• three references and
• CV.

By 20 September, 2013
IMPORTANT: All four (4) above mentioned steps must be followed. Applications not following all steps will be automatically disqualified.