USAID Abt Associates Finance Jobs - Grants Manager
Project Name: USAID Integrated Health ProjectDuty Station: Mbarara, UgandaAbt Associates, a global leader in research, technical assistance, and program implementation, seeks qualified candidates for a 5-year, Mbarara-based, USAID-funded integrated health project. The program will advance key aspects of USAID/Uganda’s HIV/AIDS, Health, and Education (HHE) strategy and expand the public sector's contribution to achieving the country's health goals. The program objectives include: Strengthening decentralized HIV/TB and other priority health service delivery systems; Improving the quality and efficiency of health services in facilities and communities; Strengthening referrals systems to improve access to, use and coverage of services; and Improving demand generation activities for services in communities. Key Duties and Responsibilities: The Grants Manager for the USAID Health Grant will be responsible for the administration and management of a large portfolio of small performance based grants in health. Ensures that all grants adhere to all requirements set forth by USAID and the Government of Uganda. Works collaboratively with USAID/Uganda and project staff in the establishment of selection criteria and approval of grant recipients. Coordinates the development and review of grant applications. Responsible for agreement negotiations with sub-grantees and manages/monitors implementation of those agreements. Qualifications, Skills and Experience: The ideal candidates must hold a master's degree in a finance related area, prior donor-funded experience related to health, and an outstanding professional reputation. Past experience and exposure with USAID programs within the region desired. A minimum of five years’ grants management experience. Prior experience providing grants management for USAID programs preferred. Proven success in grants management for international organizations/donors. Good knowledge and understanding of the relevant laws and regulations in Uganda. Experience administering performance-based grants highly desirable.All interested candidates who meet the above requirements and desire to work with the above USAID ABT Project should send their updated CVs and application letters which should ideally include your suitability for the above aforementioned vacancy to: uganda_jobs@abtassoc.com. NB: Please kindly include Position Title in Subject of the E-mail. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.
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