Grants Officer: Partnerships for Youth Program

Position Title: Grants Officer: Partnerships for Youth Program
FHI 360 is a global development organization with a rigorous, evidence-based approach. Our professional staff includes experts in health, nutrition, education, economic development, civil society,
environment and research. FHI 360 operates from 60 offices with 4,400 staff in the U.S. and around the world. Our commitment to partnerships at every level and our multidisciplinary approach enable
us to have a lasting impact on the individuals, communities and countries we serve–improving lives for millions. We seek qualified candidates for the position of Grants Officer in the Palestinian Territories.

Position Description:
FHI 360 is seeking qualified Grants Officer for an anticipated USAID- Funded program focusing on providing youth leadership in the West Bank through Partnerships for youth program. The Grants Officer ensures the contractual compliance of the program’s various sub-agreements with partner organizations with USAID and FHI 360 policies and regulations. This includes oversight to ensure that outstanding balances and reports from partners are verified against contractual documentation, as well as oversight of the procurement processes of the project. The Grants Officer will also support the administrative and human resource management systems and procedures of the project as guided by FHI 360 policies and the will help establish the project’s Grants Management and Operational Manual. The Grants Officer should have in-depth technical, financial, and other administrative knowledge related to sub-grants and demonstrated experience managing several agreements at the same time.

Minimum Requirements:
-Master's degree or higher in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Legal Affairs or a relevant field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
-Proven record of excellent management, leadership, decision-making, and interpersonal skills;
-At least 5 years of experience designing, managing, and implementing complex sub-agreements;
-Experience managing sub-grants under a USAID project highly desirable and familiarity with USAID programming, rules and regulations required;
-Fluency in English with excellent oral and written communication skills.
-Experience in the West Bank/Gaza or other Arabic-speaking countries highly preferred
-Ability to travel within the West Bank and possibly Gaza; possible regional travel.

FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360's Career Center at www.fhi360.org/careercenter or through the Employment section at
www.fhi360.org. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application.
The deadline for applications is July 15, 2012.
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