A day in the life of a Programme Development and Grants Manager will involve:

• Facilitate the grant management on FCDO Accountable Grant Agreement (AGAs) and Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) and ensure systems and processes are in place for monitoring the programme and for compliance with FCDO requirements such as safeguarding and due diligence.
• Grant manage FCDO emergency and long-term programmes.
• Ensure timely, accurate, high quality donor reports (narrative and financial) are submitted to the FCDO fund manager
• Facilitate and support engagement with FCDO on multi-lateral funding opportunities for emergencies, including advise on standard ways of working, due diligence processes, MoU negotiations, reporting and other terms and conditions.
• Support the development of FCDO programme guidance, training tools and workshops to improve institutional awareness of FCDO, their expectations and compliance areas.

Do you have the following skills and experience to be a successful Programme Development and Grants Manager?

• Up to date knowledge of themes and issues of particular interest to FCDO?
• Strong knowledge of FCDO funding priorities and procedural requirements – Experience building and maintaining partnerships and relationships?
• Proven skills in project / programme management techniques, processes and controls including project planning; project change control; resource allocation; and team management?
• Grant managing government donor funding – Experience providing support and advice to a diverse range of stakeholders based overseas?
• Experience of providing grant related advice and support within a project / programme / area of responsibility?
• Establishing effective relationships to influence and enable decision making?
• Coordinating complex projects with multiple stakeholders?
• Experience in managing all aspects of large grants or contracts to high standards of performance and accountability (including FCDO)?

In return for your dedication and expertise, you’ll get:

• Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
• Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.
• Flexible working: We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style.
• Learning & Development: Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning.
• Discounts: Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform.
• Wellbeing Assistance: Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance.
• Team Working: Champion our mission in a collaborative team.
• Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
• Season ticket loan: Interest-free loan for commuting expenses.

At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain dedicated to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the assistance of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Youth Network.

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