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About the Organisation
Jhpiego is a global health nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the health of women and families by providing transformative health care solutions and advancing innovative approaches to health systems strengthening. With a mission to prevent the needless deaths of women and children by improving health care delivery systems and ensuring access to quality care, Jhpiego has earned widespread recognition for its leadership in maternal, newborn, and child health, as well as its work in reproductive health and HIV/AIDS prevention. Known for its strong reputation in public health, the organization is valued for its evidence-based, sustainable, and culturally relevant solutions.
Jhpiego fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, emphasizing respect, diversity, and professional development, offering employees a supportive environment with opportunities for growth, a flexible work-life balance, and competitive benefits. Established in 1973 as part of Johns Hopkins University, Jhpiego has grown from a small technical assistance provider to a global health leader, operating in over 40 countries and delivering impactful programs in maternal health, family planning, and disease prevention.
The organization’s innovative approach blends research, technology, and local knowledge to create scalable, adaptable solutions that improve health outcomes in some of the world’s most challenging settings. Jhpiego's size and reach have made it a key partner to governments, international organizations, and local communities, making a difference through sustainable health interventions. Guided by its core values of excellence, innovation, and equity, Jhpiego continues to make a lasting impact on global health. Through its corporate social responsibility initiatives, Jhpiego invests in capacity building, health workforce development, and improving health access for underserved populations. For more information, visit www.jhpiego.org.
Jhpiego is implementing a five-year Urban Health Activity in Kampala, Mukono and Wakiso with funding from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The Activity aims to strengthen urban health systems and improve equitable health outcomes among all urban dwellers by working with districts, municipalities, and the Kampala Capital City Authority to provide quality primary healthcare services. It also focuses on optimizing available resources and enhancing private sector capacity to ensure sustainable improvements in health outcomes and a more resilient urban healthcare system. The Activity will address poor quality of care, congestion in public health facilities, uncoordinated referral system, weak community and surveillance structures, limited private sector capacity, and gaps in enabling environment results in poor health outcomes. The project's key expected results include the following: improved access to and use of quality, maternal, newborn and child health (MNCH), family planning/reproductive health (FP/RH), nutrition, and malaria services and improved disease outbreak response.
Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
Job Title
Grants Officer job at Jhpiego
Jhpiego
Job Description
Job ID 2024-6630
Location UG-Kampala
Category International Positions
Employment Status Full-Time
Purpose of the Role:
The Grants Officer will support the administration and management of grants for the USAID Uganda Urban Health Activity at Jhpiego Uganda. Reporting to the Grants Manager, the Grants Officer is responsible for supporting the grants lifecycle—from application and selection to implementation, monitoring, and closeout. This role will ensure grant compliance, maintain accurate grant records, and coordinate with program and finance teams to ensure timely reporting, budget management, and adherence to both Jhpiego and USAID standards.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in grants management, a detail-oriented approach, and experience with USAID-funded programs.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Responsibilities
Grant Administration and Management
Support the administration of the grant’s lifecycle, including the design, selection, and award process for grantees under the USAID Uganda Urban Health Activity.
Assist the Grants Manager in preparing grant agreements and ensuring that terms and conditions are aligned with USAID and Jhpiego policies.
Maintain organized, complete, and up-to-date grant documentation for all grant activities, ensuring accessibility and compliance with organizational policies.
Compliance and Risk Management
Ensure compliance with USAID regulations, Jhpiego policies, and the requirements stipulated in grant agreements.
Conduct initial reviews of grant applications to ensure alignment with compliance requirements and provide feedback to applicants as needed.
Assist in conducting compliance monitoring visits, assessing risk, and identifying areas for improvement in grantee operations and reporting.
Financial Monitoring and Reporting
Work closely with the finance team to monitor grantee expenditures and ensure alignment with approved budgets.
Review grantee financial reports, invoices, and supporting documentation to verify accuracy and ensure compliance with USAID and Jhpiego standards.
Assist in preparing and consolidating reports for the Grants Manager, summarizing grantee performance, financial expenditures, and any issues of concern.
Capacity Building and Technical Support
Provide guidance to grantees on USAID and Jhpiego grant management requirements, compliance expectations, and reporting processes.
Support capacity-building initiatives for grantees, assisting in developing their internal grant management systems, budgeting skills, and financial tracking mechanisms.
Organize and participate in training sessions and workshops to enhance grantee understanding of grant requirements and processes.
Monitoring and Evaluation
Collaborate with the monitoring and evaluation team to track grant-funded activities and assess the impact of grants on program objectives.
Assist the Grants Manager in conducting regular performance reviews, tracking deliverables, and ensuring grantees meet set targets.
Prepare monitoring and evaluation data summaries for inclusion in project reports and communicate key findings and recommendations to the Grants Manager.
Grant Closeout
Assist in the closeout process for grants, ensuring that all final reports, audits, and required documentation are complete and in compliance with USAID requirements.
Conduct closeout audits of grantee activities, verifying that financial and performance obligations have been met.
Ensure that all grant records are properly archived, providing a full record of the grant lifecycle.
Other Duties as Assigned
Perform additional duties as required by the Grants Manager to support Jhpiego’s grant management operations and organizational objectives.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance and Accounting, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in grants management, ideally with experience working on USAID-funded programs.
Familiarity with USAID rules and regulations regarding grants and cooperative agreements.
Professional Certification: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda, or certification in project or grant management such as the Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Grants Management Specialist (CGMS), or equivalent relevant certification in Uganda.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated experience in budget monitoring, financial reporting, and compliance assessment.
High integrity, ethical standards, and commitment to transparency in grants management.
How to Apply
APPLICATION DEADLINE IS FRIDAY 13TH DECEMBER 2024. APPLICATION MAY CLOSE EARLIER AS WE ARE SHORTLISTING ON A ROLLING BASIS.
Jhpiego, a Johns Hopkins University affiliate, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, other legally protected characteristics or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. Jhpiego promotes Affirmative Action for minorities, women, individuals who are disabled, and veterans
