Grants Associate
Quick answer
Open Society Foundations is hiring a Grants Associate (Nairobi, Amman, Johannesburg) for a fixed-term contract, hybrid role, providing grants management support and ensuring compliance. The position offers a professional development allowance and other benefits.
- Role
- Grants Associate
- Organization
- Open Society Foundations
- Location
- Nairobi, Kenya; Amman, Jordan; Johannesburg, South Africa
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Grants Associate at Open Society Foundations provides full-cycle grants management administrative and operational support, ensuring compliance and maximizing programmatic impact. The role is a fixed-term contract, hybrid, and based in Nairobi, Amman, or Johannesburg.
What you'll do
- Provide advanced administrative support for the grant lifecycle
- Update the grant management system with accurate information
- Support portfolio monitoring and analytics
- Apply and enforce global grants management policies
- Manage relationships with grantees and program teams
- Build and maintain training material for the grants management system
What it takes
- Relevant professional experience in grants management
- Experience in grant management systems and data tools
- Ability to collaborate with multi-country stakeholders
- Advanced skills in grant management systems (GrantSmith)
- Knowledge of FP&A processes
- Fluency in English; knowledge of other languages desirable
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Professional development allowance, employer-paid health insurance, retirement savings plan, life insurance, generous time off, flexible work arrangements, progressive paid parental leave
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in Nairobi, Kenya; Amman, Jordan; or Johannesburg, South Africa.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications?
Key qualifications include relevant professional experience, advanced skills in grant management systems, and the ability to collaborate with multi-country stakeholders.
How do I apply?
Please apply through the Global Jobs website, indicating you saw this position on Globaljobs.org.
How to apply
Apply directly on Open Society Foundations's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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