Trust for Democratic Education & Accountability (TDEA)
Grants Assistant
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Posted date 9th September, 2021 Last date to apply 17th September, 2021
Country Pakistan Locations Islamabad with need-based travel to other project areas if and when needed
Category Grant
Status Closed

 

Anticipated Position:

Grants Assistant

Reports to:

Grants Specialist

No. of Positions:

 One

Salary Range:

PKR 32,000-45,000

Expected Date of Joining:

As Soon as possible

Application Deadline:

September 17, 2021

Location:  

Islamabad with need-based travel to other project areas if and when needed

Job Purpose

His/her primary responsibility will be to support implementation of the process of Grant making, financial reviews and monitoring and subsequent payments, financial reporting and close out in accordance with the project Grants flow delineated in the Grants Manual.

Job Responsibilities:

Grants/Sub-Grants/ Contracts Management:

  • To support processing of all grants in accordance with the Grants Manual and ensure compliance with the Grants Manual, Donor regulations and TDEA Policies.
  • To prepare grant agreements between the Grantees and TDEA for review of Grants Officer including budget reviews and negotiations.
  • Review of partner’s financial reports and supporting documentation to ensure the requisite endorsement and documented approvals are available for payment.
  • To disburse funds to grantees according to payment/delivery schedule of grant agreement.
  • To maintain proper auditable documentation with adequate detail about the processed grants.
  • To assist in pre-award assessments (if required) of organizations and document assessment reports in a standard format.
  • To assist Grants Officer and program staff in preparing BvAs, Modification letters and close out of grants.
  • To assume responsibilities of other grants staff duties in their absence (leave) as assigned by supervisor.
  • Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor from time to time.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Required Qualification, Experience and Competencies:

  • Preferably Fresh Master’s degree in Finance (HEC recognized university) or ACCA/ CA inter with articles qualified or Bachelor’s degree with 2 years’ relevant experience; or CA Finalist / CA Inter article ship completed from QCR firm.
  • Familiarity with donor’s finance
  • al management rules and regulations with respect to contracts will be an advantage;
  • Excellent IT and Communication skills;
  • Detailed orientation, good time management skills and resourcefulness;
  • Fluency in English and Urdu required; 

TDEA is an equal opportunity employer –women, minorities, physically disabled/wheel chair users, the blind/visually impaired, speech and hearing impaired and/or persons with any other disabilities who otherwise qualify for the position are encouraged to apply.  TDEA provides accessible work environment to its disabled employees through reasonable accommodations without compromising on the quality of work.

Only shortlisted candidates will be called for Interviews. Any attempt to influence the hiring process will lead to immediate disqualification of the candidate. Females are encouraged to apply.

If you know someone who may be suitable for this position, please encourage them to apply and circulate this vacancy widely.

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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Cover Letter is a mandatory part of your application. Please submit your job application along with a Cover Letter (as one document) online by visiting https://tdea.pk/ats/.  The last date for submitting application is September 17, 2021.

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