Grants and Partnership Coordinator
Quick answer
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is hiring a senior Grants and Partnership Coordinator in Kampala, Uganda (with field travel), to lead grant management, donor compliance, and partnership development for their humanitarian programs.
- Role
- Grants and Partnership Coordinator
- Organization
- International Rescue Committee (IRC)
- Location
- Kampala, Uganda (with travel to field sites)
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Programs & Operations
- Apply by
- 2026-07-02
The role
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a Grants and Partnership Coordinator in Kampala, Uganda, to lead the strategic and operational management of their partnership portfolio and grant management functions. The role involves managing a team of specialists, ensuring donor compliance, and supporting business development for humanitarian programs. This position focuses on building equitable partnerships with local and international actors while navigating complex multi-donor environments.
What you'll do
- Oversee partnership management operating procedures and strategic approach
- Manage the sub-award life cycle from identification to close-out
- Act as focal point for communication with HQ on grants administration
- Lead proposal management processes including drafting concept notes and proposals
- Provide technical guidance on grant compliance and donor regulations
- Manage and develop a team of Grants Managers and Partnership Officers
What it takes
- Bachelor's degree in relevant field (Master's preferred)
- Minimum 7 years experience in humanitarian partnership and grants management
- Experience with multi-donor environments including FCDO, ECHO, and UN agencies
- Strong project planning and program design skills
- Exceptional English writing and editing skills
- Team leadership and supervision experience
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The role is based in Kampala, Uganda, with travel required to field sites.
What is the compensation for this position?
The salary for this position is not specified in the posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Candidates should have at least 7 years of experience in humanitarian partnership and grant management, a relevant degree, and strong proposal writing skills.
10/24/2023 was the date for this job post. What is the end date to apply?
The application deadline is July 2nd, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on International Rescue Committee (IRC)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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