Job Description

Job Title: Grantmaking Facilitator

Brief Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Grantmaking Facilitator to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for facilitating the grantmaking process, ensuring that all grants are awarded in a fair, transparent, and efficient manner. The Grantmaking Facilitator will work closely with various stakeholders, including grant applicants, reviewers, and internal teams, to ensure that our grantmaking programs are aligned with our organization’s mission and goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate the grantmaking process, from application to award, ensuring that all grants are awarded in a fair, transparent, and efficient manner
• Coordinate the review process, ensuring that all applications are reviewed in a timely and thorough manner
• Communicate with grant applicants, reviewers, and internal teams to ensure that all stakeholders are informed and up-to-date on the grantmaking process
• Develop and implement grantmaking procedures and guidelines, ensuring that they are aligned with our organization’s mission and goals
• Conduct research and analysis to identify trends and best practices in grantmaking, making recommendations for improvement to our grantmaking programs
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure that our grantmaking programs are aligned with our organization’s overall strategy and goals

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, such as Business Administration, International Development, or Non-Profit Management
• At least 3 years of experience in grantmaking, program management, or a related field
• Proven track record of facilitating grantmaking processes, with a strong understanding of grantmaking principles and best practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with diverse stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to conduct research and analysis
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Fluency in English, with Amharic language skills an added advantage
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with a strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines