Chemonics International Seeks Grants Officer - Jakarta

Chemonics International was founded in 1975 and is one of the largest U.S. consulting firms providing expertise in developing and emerging-market countries for initiativesfinanced by the U.S. Agency for International Development. We are looking for Grants Officer with below:

Specific requirementsEnsure that the grant award process, grant assessment, award, and disbursements are in line with USAID procedures. Support the Grants Manager to conduct subcontract pre-award determinations. Review existing processes and provide guidance on the pre-award responsibility, determination processes, and required documentation, including reference checks, organizationsa � formal registration, applicanta �s audited financial statements, and copies of granteesa � and subcontractorsa � policies and procedures, etc.Negotiate initiation of grant agreements. In close consultation with the long-term technical team and monitoring and evaluation specialist, provide inputs relating to the submitted proposal, and ensure that outputs comply with the terms and conditions of the awards.Support the Grants Manager to manage grant award files and subcontractors files in accordance with Chemonicsa � filing system. Ensure that all files contain the critical elements for awarding and monitoring grants or subcontracts, N including signed certifications, memoranda of negotiation, required applicable standard provisions, environmental impact assessments, and marking and branding plans, etc.N Review existing processes and provide guidance to grantees and subcontractors on their financial management, including analyzing and assessing compliance with budgetary and financial management of grants, reviewing monthly financial reports, verifying cost share, conducting audits, and paying invoices, etc., to ensure that they comply with USAID regulations.Review how grantees and subcontractors handle procurement including source, origin, nationality issues, and disposition of equipment, as well as provide guidance on best practices to grantees on these processes.In collaboration with the Grants Manager, prepare subcontract and grant closing documentation, including asset management, final payment, tax exemption, etc., and ensure that these comply with USAID regulations.Assist in assessing the training, technical assistance, and commodity needs of potential grantees and government partner agencies and, in particular, establish controls for expenditures and reporting on use of funds related to these needs.In collaboration with the Grant Manager, work with project office staff involved with grants and subcontracts, including technical staff, accounting/finance staff, and others to confirm that there is a shared understanding of roles and responsibilities. Coordinate with the MdanE Specialist on reporting requirements and how grantees and subcontractors are contributing to the PMP and MdanE plan.Serve as an effective liaison between project staff and local grantees to ensure that they are provided with suitable technical advice and assistance to complete their proposed objectives.Work closely with the Grants Manager and DCOP, and other team members as required on all other matters relating to local grants and subcontracts.The Grants Officer will report directly to the Grants Manager. She/he will prepare regular oral and written progress reports that demonstrate the status of project activities toward expected results, as well as other reports as required.
Qualifications Bachelors or equivalent degree from a reputable universityFive years of experienceN Good English speaking and writing skillsGood Accounting skillsGood understanding ofN USAID regulationsN N Previous USAID or other international donor experience preferredStrong inter-personal and communication skills are desired.Interested applicants for this position are requested to send a cover letter and resume (references will not be contacted prior to the interview) to us.chemonics--at--gmail.com as soon as possible but no later than 22 February 2013. Please indicate the position in the subject
line.N Only the strongest candidates will be contacted. No telephone inquiries.

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