Tetra Tech International Development Services headquartered in Arlington, VA is currently seeking applications from qualified Grants Assistant candidates to provide support to a $86-96 million, USAID-funded Trade and Investment Hub Activity in West Africa. The purpose of the Activity is to improve the competitiveness of West African farmers and firms. This will be accomplished by increasing productivity, market participation, investment and adoption of improved technologies. USAID defines agriculture competitiveness as the ability of a farm, firm, sector, or country to sell and provide goods and services in a given market – in relation to the ability and performance of other farms, firms, sectors or countries in the same market.

 

Position Description/Summary:

The Grants Assistant will support the Lead Grants Manager and wider finance and administration in the design, development, and oversight of grants management policies, procedures, and practices.

Responsibilities:

*Manage a portfolio of program grants, provide administrative support to grantees, maintain grant records and prepare all modifications to resolve various application issues for grant funds;
*Prepare and maintain a database of grant records and prepare reports to maintain track of all grants activities. 
*Communicate potential trouble spots to Grants team as necessary and suggest remediation;
*Prepare appropriate reports for all donors and ensure work within deadline and ensure compliance for all grants. 
*Attend internal meetings with departments and external meetings with donors, as needed;
*Support Grants Unit in HQ and Field Offices with administrative tasks related to compliance, generating grant documents, and emailing grant agreements and grant checks;
*Work to enhance and improve grants management processes and increase efficiencies. 

Requirements: 

*A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance or another relevant field;

 *At least 3 years’ experience supporting operations of grant programs. 
* Prior experience with USAID-funded grant management initiatives, or other donor-funded projects preferred;

*Ability to assess whether grantees provide appropriate leverage, including own resources and capital, outside equity, and lines of credit;

*Ability to work collaboratively with technical and finance teams in the design, implementation, oversight and closeout of individual grants;

*Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, stressful environment. In addition, must be flexible, willing to perform other duties and work irregular hours;

*Excellent interpersonal skills, including patience, diplomacy, willingness to listen and respect for colleagues;
* Experience working in West Africa. Nigeria experience preferred.