Grants Program Manager

About the role

This fixed-term role, funded by a grant approved for one year, is based in Arusha, Tanzania. The Grants Program Manager leads the national-level implementation of an institutional grant-funded program or project, guiding the country management team to deliver results aligned with the grant agreement while coordinating with local partners, a national Steering Committee, the local transition partner, the Institutional Grants Team and the donor or prime awardee. The role also covers hiring, performance management and the transition or closeout of project operations within a set timeline.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the implementation of a program model adapted to local needs, with integrated service delivery across functional disciplines
• Ensure project activities match donor requirements, approved proposals and sector best practices
• Act as main point of contact for grant-funded activities and maintain relationships with government stakeholders, faith-based networks and local partners
• Oversee country progress reports and ensure compliance with financial and governmental regulations
• Prepare and administer the annual budget and departmental expenses, keeping costs within the grant budget and in line with legal and corporate policy
• Select, coach and manage staff, including goals, performance reviews, discipline and motivation
• Identify risks to project implementation and escalate challenges promptly
• Uphold child protection principles, report concerns of abuse, neglect or exploitation internally and support responses to incidents

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree
• Relevant experience in this or a related field
• Certification from a nationally or internationally recognized organization in a related field; equivalent education, training or certification may substitute for experience and education
• Personal relationship with Jesus Christ and commitment to Compassion's child protection standards

Work conditions

• Standard office environment, sitting, standing and walking up to 8 hours per day
• Travel of up to 25% of the normal schedule may be required