Relief International,Donor Reporting & Compliance Officer Jobs in United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Closing date: 06 May 2016
Position: Donor
Reporting & Compliance Officer
Location:
London, UK with travel to other RI locations
Reports to:
Grants and Contracts Manager
About RI:
Established in 1990, Relief International (RI) is a leading global humanitarian,
nonprofit organization committed to transforming adversity into renewal for the
world’s most vulnerable pop

ulations. By partnering with communities on the
front-lines, RI innovatively bridges the gap between immediate relief and
long-term community development, providing them the tools and support they need
to gain self-reliance.

Position Summary: RI has a diverse grants portfolio comprised of grants
from multilateral and bilateral grantors such as DfID, the EU, the UN system,
US Government, and others Institutional Grantors. Under the guidance of the
Grants and Contracts Manager, the Donor Reporting & Compliance Officer will
review and monitor a portfolio of key grants from a compliance standpoint,
specifically ensuring that program teams understand and correctly administer
contractual requirements. The position will provide guidance to field teams
with regard to grantor reporting, administrative requirements such as
amendments, waivers, and other approvals as necessary. The Donor Reporting
& Compliance Officer will also oversee the development, review, and
management of key contractual documents, track grants during their life cycle,
and ensure that RI’s grants portfolio is up to date.
(This job description follows a project life
cycle approach).
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Development
  • Experience
    with USAID, the EU, the UN, and other institutional grantors is required
  • Review
    cost proposals, budget narratives, and budget modifications for accuracy
    of calculations, for internal consistency, and to ensure all budgeted
    costs are allowable and in accordance with donor regulations and internal
    RI requirements
  • Facilitate
    teaming agreements as needed
  • Assist
    with award negotiations as needed and oversee development of new grant
    agreements (including sub-agreements, MoUs, and other contractual
    documents) when a new award comes through
Project Administration
  • Serve
    as a liaison between grantor and program team for key grants
  • Guide
    project start-up and enforce project reporting in collaboration with
    program staff
  • Analyze
    program reports and Budget vs. Actual’s to determine timely program
    progress, and compliance with laws, standards and guidelines
  • Ensure
    close communication with program teams and facilitate trouble-shooting
    with regard to grant implementation in coordination with field and
    regional teams to minimize no-cost extensions
  • Facilitate
    grant modifications as necessary and update appropriate grant files
  • Maintain
    an up-to-date grants database and ensure all project grant documentation
    is up-to-date and complete (including enforcing appropriate filing
    requirements for all grant documents)
Project Close-out
  • Review
    and facilitate final reporting per grantor guidelines for key grants
  • Ensure
    the grant can be closed out in coordination with the finance and
    procurement departments and record close-out in the RI grants systems
Grants policies and templates
  • Assist
    in revising key Grants units standard operating procedures as needed
  • Facilitate
    revision of critical grants templates including agreement templates and
    forms as needed
Training/Technical Assistance
  • Identify
    training needs and help determine appropriate resources in areas such as
    grantor rules and regulations as necessary
  • Be
    well versed in key grantor guidelines such as European Union, UN system,
    DfID, and the US government
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
This position demands a dynamic individual with a demonstrated ability to
achieve results in a demanding and fast paced environment.
  • Strong
    computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office applications,
    especially Word, Excel and Outlook
  • Demonstrated
    experience with grant management strategies in a similar environment
  • Demonstrated
    ability to follow instructions and carefully review work for accuracy
  • Excellent
    organization skills with the ability to prioritize multiple
    responsibilities and meet deadlines
  • Strong
    representational skills and ability to serve as an effective liaison to
    donors, NGO partners, and the private sector
  • Excellent
    writing skills
  • Experience
    with budgeting and cost projections
  • Ability
    to act independently to identify and analyze problems and recommend
    cost-effective solutions
  • BA
    degree in a related field, an MA degree preferred
  • Ability
    to travel overseas, at a short notice, as required by direct supervisor
We uphold the Humanitarian Principles:
humanity, neutrality, impartiality, and operational independence. We
affirmatively engage the most vulnerable communities. We value:
  • Inclusiveness
  • Transparency
    and Accountability
  • Agility
    and Innovation
  • Collaboration
  • Sustainability
Location: London
Closing date: 6 May 2016
Please note that due to the urgent need to
fill this role, applications will be reviewed as and when received prior to the
closing date.
Salary: £21 – £32k p/a.
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