Description:
Strategy development and grantmaking for assigned program and for developing the connections between the assigned program and the broader priorities of OSF. Work is carried out independently/under general supervision.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Program-Related:
-Develop, plan and organize program-related events;
-Work with Director and other staff to develop grantmaking strategies, priorities, and guidelines;
-Work with the Director to ensure close collaboration with other program directors and staff, convene cross-program working groups as needed, to advance research and development and rapid response grantmaking opportunities;
-Write and edit program materials and guidelines;
-Stay abreast of developments in the field through research and attendance of conferences and/or meetings;
-Write strategy/position papers that provide direction on policy issues impacting the field and/or offer suggestions about strategic program development for funders and grantees;
-Perform special assignments, including participation with other OSF programs and foundation task forces and working groups;
-Identify joint programming opportunities and efforts with external funders and partners;
-Build and establish strategic relationships with other philanthropic partners and NGO’s.
Grants:
-in conjunction with the Director and other staff/consultants, develop grantmaking strategies, priorities, and guidelines;
-review and assess letters of inquiry and make funding recommendations and declinations to the Director;
-invite grant proposals from selected funding applicants;
-work with applicants to develop and finalize grant proposals; Review grant proposals and participate in the preparation of written grant
recommendations as part of grant dockets preparation process;
-perform site visits of prospective and current grantee organizations;
-monitor grants through site visits and review of narrative and financial reports;
-ensure that grantees submit narrative and financial reports as required under the terms of the contract;
-interact with grantees and other field professionals and participate in program- and field-related meetings and convenings;
Budget:
-manage financial and budget reports to track grant and program spending;
-assist in the planning and developing of annual budget;
Other:
-travel will be required;
-perform other duties as assigned.
Education / Experience:
-bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university and five to eight years relevant experience and/or training; or equivalent
combination of education and experience.
-advanced degree preferred;
-experience in grant making, project management, including managing consultants and developing and managing project budgets;
-NGO experience essential;
Skills Required:
-effectively manage to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, troubleshoot and follow projects through to completion, with strict
deadlines and without loss of attention to detail, budget and reporting;
-excellent written, verbal, organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills;
-excellent computer skills, proficient in Microsoft Office and experience with internet research and database management;
-exercise good listening and communication skills with sensitivity to cultural communication differences;
-effectively work as a team member and independently, with a high-level of self-motivation and ability to set and meet goals;
-show discretion and ability to handle confidential issues;
-knowledge of key organizations and networks active in the field;
-pleasant, diplomatic manner and disposition in interacting with colleagues and the general public.
Program Specific Requirements:
-minimum seven years work experience in international setting;
-good understanding of the higher education system and development in North Africa and the Middle East;
-excellent written and oral English and French;
-working knowledge of Arabic would be an asset.
Deadline: 31 December 2012
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