Grants and Sustainability Specialist job at National Social Security Fund (NSSF) | Apply Now

Duties and Responsibilities include:

Grant Acquisition and Management:

• Identify potential funding sources, including international organizations, NGOs, and government agencies.

• Prepare and submit grant proposals, ensuring alignment with the department’s strategic objectives.

• Manage the grant application process, including reviewing submissions, conducting cost analyses, and negotiating terms with funding partners.

• Monitor and report on grant-funded projects to ensure compliance with grant terms and conditions.

Sustainability Planning:

• Develop and implement strategies to ensure the long-term sustainability of department initiatives.

• Work closely with project managers to integrate sustainability plans into project designs from the outset.

• Conduct regular evaluations of project sustainability and make recommendations for improvements.

Financial Management and Reporting:

• Prepare and manage budgets for grant-funded projects, ensuring funds are allocated and spent according to donor requirements.

• Develop financial reports and documentation for funders and internal stakeholders.

• Ensure accurate and timely financial tracking and reporting of grant expenditures.

Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration:

• Build and maintain relationships with funding agencies, donors, and other stakeholders.

• Serve as the primary liaison between the department and external funding bodies.

• Represent the department at meetings, conferences, and other events to promote funding opportunities.

Capacity Building:

• Provide training and support to department staff on grant writing, management, and sustainability practices.

• Develop internal processes and tools to improve the department’s capacity to secure and manage grants effectively.