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Grants Associate at Open Society Foundations
Open Society Foundations
Nairobi 🇰🇪 Kenya
Posted 4 days ago (16 Oct 2026) Updated 4 days ago
Job Description
The Grants Associate supports program teams by managing grant administration tasks, preparing proposals and budgets, and ensuring compliance with donor requirements. The role involves tracking grant timelines, monitoring expenditures, and maintaining accurate documentation. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential to coordinate effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners.
Qualifications & Requirements
- • Bachelor’s degree in International Development, Public Policy, Business Administration, or related field
- • 1–2 years of experience in grant administration or program support
- • Strong written and verbal communication skills
- • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and grant management software
- • High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
Required Skills
Responsibilities
- • Provide administrative support for grant management across program portfolios
- • Prepare and review grant proposals, budgets, and progress reports
- • Track grant timelines, deliverables, and compliance requirements
- • Maintain grant documentation and filing systems
- • Coordinate communication between program teams and donors
- • Assist in monitoring grant expenditures and financial reporting