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AFENET is a non-profit networking and service alliance of Field Epidemiology (and Laboratory) Training Programs (FELTPs), and other applied epidemiology training programs. Established in 20025, AFENET has operations in over 40 countries in sub-Saharan Africa, and five countries in the Caribbeans. AFENET is dedicated to helping Ministries of Health in Africa build strong, effective, sustainable programs and capacity to improve public health systems on the African continent. The network's goal is to strengthen Field epidemiology and public health laboratory capacity to contribute effectively to addressing epidemics and other major public health problems in countries where we operate.
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Kampala, Uganda
AFENET (African Field Epidemiology Network) is a leading non-profit organization focused on strengthening public health systems across Africa by providing advanced training and support in epidemiology and disease surveillance. Since its founding in 2004, AFENET has earned recognition for its commitment to building capacity in the public health workforce, particularly through its Field Epidemiology Training Programs (FETPs), which empower health professionals to respond to public health challenges effectively.
The organization fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, promoting continuous learning, innovation, and professional development, while offering employees a chance to make a meaningful impact on public health across the continent. With a wide array of job opportunities in public health, research, and data analysis, AFENET provides flexible work arrangements to accommodate diverse work-life needs. Its business model revolves around partnerships with governments, health organizations, and international donors, focusing on evidence-based solutions to improve health outcomes.
AFENET operates in over 30 countries across Africa, impacting thousands of health workers and communities. Guided by core values of excellence, integrity, and sustainability, AFENET is also deeply committed to corporate social responsibility, focusing on strengthening health systems, improving disease surveillance, and addressing global health challenges. For more information, visit www.afenet.net.
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15 Oct 2024
Business Development Officer - Kampala job at African Field Epidemiology Network
African Field Epidemiology Network
Job Description
Job Purpose:
This position supports the development and execution of fundraising and grants management initiatives to help achieve AFENET's overall mission and goals.
This position also supports grants development and management, ensuring compliance with regulations, documenting policies, procedures, record keeping, and reporting regarding all grant activity within the organization. This includes support for the planning, preparation, and submission of grant proposals to various donors.
The Business Development Officer is also responsible for supporting donor and partner cultivation.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
All interested candidates are encouraged to send their Application Letters detailing their experiences and skills, Curriculum Vitae, copies of relevant academic documents together with complete contact details of three professional references to:
The Administration & Human Resource Office
African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET)
https://recruitment.afenet.net and a copy on Email: sec@afenet.net
ONLY successful candidates shall be contacted for an interview. Please note that all applications should be sent online by close of business5:30 pm (EAT) Tuesday October 15, 2024 Note:
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The Business Development Officer shall;
Coordinates the identification, monitoring, tracking, and forecasting of funding opportunities
Conducts research related to potential donors, funding opportunities, partners, and technical areas
Supports proposal development efforts, which could include reviewing solicitations, preparing documentation required for partnerships, editing and formatting documents, drafting capacity statements, submitting proposals, conducting post-submission assessments and other tasks
Performs grant development and administration work involving preparing, maintaining, and reporting of grants; evaluating grant applications to determine appropriateness of grant or compliance with requirements and standards; monitoring grant awards; support contract review and negotiation, and serving as a liaison between funding sources and AFENET
Contributes to organizational knowledge management efforts through use of shared drives and the grants management systems to archive, organize and share proposal-and grant-related information
Maintains a grants information database and develops grants management planning tools to enhance efficiencies.
Manages grants processes to ensure compliance with organizational policies and procedures, and industry best practices.
Serves as point of contact for items, issues, and questions relating to grant proposals and projects. Troubleshoots and assists in resolving grant issues/challenges.
Spearhead monitoring of subgrants and sub-contracts, ensuring that sub-grantees/subcontractors adhere to contractual obligations and funder requirements.
Keeps abreast of current best practices and trends of grants management and identifies areas for improvement and enhancements in grants management systems and processes.
Participate in representing AFENET at external meetings with partners, funders, and other stakeholders
Support training of AFENET staff in areas related to grants development and management as may be required
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Academic Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Public health, Public administration or Business Administration with a bachelor’s degree in any biological science.
Desirable Knowledge requirements and qualities
More than 5 years’ experience in managing grants from diverse funders with expert knowledge of grants management processes and techniques in the health sector
Competency in the use of personal computer and software, such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, and others.
Excellent writing, research, communication and presentation skills
Ability to simultaneously manage various critical, complex, time-sensitive grant assignments
Ability to work under pressure, prioritise tasks and deliver on time
Attention to detail
Knowledgeable in the laws, regulations, rules, policies, procedures, and methods governing the administration of grants, cooperative agreements, and awards. Expert knowledge of and familiarity with grants management, including proposal review procedures, and grant monitoring.
Knowledge of program management principles
Knowledge of grants business and industry practices, including experience with grants management software/programming.
BENEFITS:
A competitive remuneration
