Grants Administrator

About the role

The Grants Administrator will join Job Connect’s team in Chad to manage the complete lifecycle of grant funding. This full‑time, on‑site position ensures that all grant activities align with donor requirements and organisational policies.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee the end‑to‑end grant process, from application review to final reporting.
• Monitor compliance, maintain accurate documentation, and track grant timelines.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external partners to gather necessary information.
• Prepare financial and narrative reports for donors and senior management.
• Support proposal development, assist with budget preparation, and reconcile grant expenditures.
• Analyze grant performance data and recommend improvements.
• Communicate requirements, resolve issues, and provide guidance to stakeholders.

Required profile

• Proven experience in grant administration and research administration.
• Strong analytical abilities to assess grant performance and ensure compliance.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience developing, monitoring, and reconciling grant budgets.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, public administration, business, social sciences, or equivalent practical experience.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills with high attention to detail.
• Familiarity with grant compliance standards and basic accounting principles is a plus.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office (including Excel)
• Grant management software
• Financial reporting tools