Grants Officer 2 at RTI International

1 month ago


Nairobi, Kenya RTI International Full time

RTI International is a nonprofit organization headquartered in the Research Triangle Park in North Carolina that provides research and technical services.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Facilitates capacity-building initiatives for grantees by collecting necessary paperwork for the purpose of monitoring technical and financial alignment.
Assists in the preparation and documentation of the grants award cycle for grants, ensuring that the technical prerequisites required for capturing relevant information in the solicitation process are readily available.
With the support from the Grants Manager monitor, upload and continuously update grantee information on the Grants Management System (GMS).
Provides support to grantees in reviewing DA1 processing requirements and tracking foreign tax reporting.
Supports the monitoring and regular verification of assets held by grantees.
Aids in reviewing grantees' budgets for accuracy and reasonableness, ensuring that budgets are well-supported with precise budget narratives for onboarding purposes.
Documents identified gaps during routine monthly and weekly monitoring to facilitate capacity-building efforts.
Maintains a financial management filing system for SAF and GUC activities, including the accurate tracking of fund reimbursement, liquidations, and burn rates, and ensures there are no delays in fund disbursement.
Collaborates with the Grants Manager to ensure that deliverables remain on schedule.
Ensures that grantees comply with periodic requirements as per grant agreement clauses.
Establishes sound mechanisms in accordance with RTI policies and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) to facilitate grant fund disbursement and the justification of expenses.
Analyzes grantees' funding requests and technical reports as needed.
Provides support for day-to-day operational activities to ensure that the grants mechanism offers the necessary support to the project team.
Work with project and grantee staff to ensure compliance with RTI and donor requirements.
Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

To be considered for this position with USAID WKSP, candidates should meet the following requirements and qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree and 3 years of experience, Master's degree and 1 years experience in a Business-related field, Finance, or Accounting from a recognized institution.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) part II certification is an added advantage.
Work experience in an organization related to donors or donor-funded projects.
Experience with USAID or other international donor agency regulations required.
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office, indicating a strong command of essential software for the role.
Strong analytical and review skills, with a keen eye for detail and a systematic approach to documenting review outcomes.


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