Job Category: Accounting & Finance, Editing & Writing , Event planning, Fundraising & Development, Grants administration Sector: Nonprofit
Language(s): English, French
Job posted on: November 20, 2010
Area of Focus: Art, Architecture, Music, Community Development, Foundations, Fundraising, and Philanthropy, Poverty and Hunger
Type: Full time
Salary: Negotiable
Last day to apply: December 31, 2010
Last updated: November 20, 2010
JOB OPPORTUNITY FUNDRAISING/GRANTS OFFICER
Organization: Afoni Children of Hope Foundation (ACOHOF)
Job Summary: Research funding opportunities and grant writing
Job Location: Kumbo – North West Region (Cameroon)
Salary: Negotiable
Closing Date: 31st December 2010
Responsibilities
The Grant Officer will be directly involved in the formulation of the goals and objectives of ACOHOF. He shall search for potential grant opportunities to support initiatives and needs of ACOHOF. He shall work with ACOHOF grant implementers to develop and submit grant applications. The Officer will help ACOHOF create a sustainable, comprehensive development program to provide revenues from gifts, grants, and endowments. He shall be responsible for researching grant opportunities in conjunction with ACOHOF’s Strategic Plan and will also be responsible for limited grant writing, Database management, grant record keeping and administration.
Main Duties
• Plan and develop ACOHOF policies and programs regarding (a) submitting grant applications, (b) accepting and implementing grant awards, and (c) monitoring grant awards;
• Pursue the submission of International, National, Local, and Private grant applications;
• Work with ACOHOF employees to prepare, review, and process grant applications, including review and approval of budgets prior to submission;
• Submit grant applications to funding agencies on behalf of ACOHOF;
• Track and monitor grant applications through the approval process and past the award stage;
• Become familiar with any special conditions attached to grant awards and ensure ACOHOF’s compliance with such conditions;
• Work with the Administrative Office to (a) set up grant account ledgers and record disbursement of funds and (b) monitor monthly/quarterly audits of expenditure reports on grant projects/programs;
• Create and maintain a comprehensive set of grant records (including declined grant requests) in paper and electronic formats;
• creating and submitting annual budgets and;
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications/Experience
• GCE Advanced levels minimum
• Experience in project proposal writing and submissions with a renowned NGO;
• Motivated and self-confident, with the ability to work independently and able to take initiative;
• Participate as a team member and follow tasks through to completion;
• Basic accounting and budgeting skills;
• Good organizational skills;
• Excellent writing skills;
• Ability to represent ACOHOF to potential funders over the phone or through e-mail;
• Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheet, and Internet;
• Ability to prioritize work effectively and adjust to multiple demands.
A complete file should comprise the following;
• A hand written application;
• A copy of curriculum vitae;
• Photocopies of certificates;
• A photocopy of National Identity Card.
Applications should be deposited at;
Afoni Children of Hope Foundation
C/O Catholic Mission in Tatum
Tel: 33028201
Complete applications may also be sent through the e-mail address contact@acohof.org. Latest date for the submission of application files is on the 31st December 2010.
• Experience in project proposal writing and submissions with a renowned NGO;
• Motivated and self-confident, with the ability to work independently and able to take initiative;
• Participate as a team member and follow tasks through to completion;
• Basic accounting and budgeting skills;
• Good organizational skills;
• Excellent writing skills;
• Ability to represent ACOHOF to potential funders over the phone or through e-mail;
• Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheet, and Internet;
• Ability to prioritize work effectively and adjust to multiple demands.
A complete file should comprise the following;
• A hand written application;
• A copy of curriculum vitae;
• Photocopies of certificates;
• A photocopy of National Identity Card.
Applications should be deposited at;
Afoni Children of Hope Foundation
C/O Catholic Mission in Tatum
Tel: 33028201
Complete applications may also be sent through the e-mail address contact@acohof.org. Latest date for the submission of application files is on the 31st December 2010.
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