The Organisation

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of every child but know this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it is girls who are most affected.

Working together with children, young people, supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges girls and vulnerable children face. We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood and we enable children to prepare for and respond to crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.

For over 85 years, we have rallied other determined optimists to transform the lives of all children in more than 80 countries.

We won’t stop until we are all equal.

The Grants Coordinator will provide:

The primary responsibility of the Grants Coordinator is to oversee grants management, financial reporting, and contract matters within the Finance Department in Port Sudan. This role ensures the timely and effective implementation of project activities while reinforcing the capacities of implementing local partners in budgeting, accounting, treasury management, and compliance with grants reporting requirements.

The position involves overseeing:

The Grants Coordinator is responsible for managing the grants accountant team, providing technical support for financial aspects of the grants portfolio, and ensuring conformity with financial standards and regulations. The role requires reviewing project budgets, monitoring donor compliance, conducting capacity-building activities for partners, and coordinating donor audits. The coordinator will also engage in emergency response support, ensuring gender and inclusion considerations are integrated into project design and delivery.

Essential criteria for this role include:

Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field, with a postgraduate degree highly recommended. A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in financial management of donor-funded programs, knowledge of donor compliance regulations, and proficiency in financial systems and reporting are essential. Strong analytical skills, advanced Excel proficiency, and effective communication skills are also required.

Do you have what it takes?

If you have a strong background in financial management, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to compliance and capacity building within donor-funded projects, this role could be an excellent fit for you. Your ability to manage financial processes efficiently and support the overall success of grants-based projects will be crucial in achieving Plan International's mission in Sudan.

For more information regarding the person and role specification, please click the following link: Grants Coordinator Job Description

Education:

• A degree in Accounting (a professional qualification such as IFRS, ACCA, or equivalent is preferable).

Experience:

• At least 5 years of experience in a financial role, with a minimum of 3 years in INGOs preferred.

Technical Skills:

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to review and adjust discrepancies in financial data.
• Proficient in accounting software, particularly SAP; experience with MS Dynamics is an advantage.
• Solid reporting and monitoring skills.

Language:

• Fluent in English.

Soft Skills:

• Strong communication skills.
• Proactive problem-solving abilities.

Physical Environment Requirements for the Grants Coordinator Role Include:

• The role requires moderate travel (estimated at 30%) within Sudan, often to project sites and partner locations, which may involve varying environmental conditions.
• Primarily based in a typical office setting within the Finance Department at the Port Sudan location.
• Ability to adapt to changing work environments, including remote locations or emergency response situations.
• Must be prepared to work in less-than-ideal conditions during emergency responses while adhering to safety protocols.
• Flexibility to collaborate with team members, stakeholders, and partners in diverse settings.

Location: Port Sudan

Type of Role: Fixed Terms Contract (12 months)

Reports to: Country Finance Manager

Salary Grade: D1

Closing Date: 24 October 2024

"This Position is for national Sudanese only"

“women are encouraged to apply”

Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for.

We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Plan International is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.

We foster an organisational culture that embraces our commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girls’ rights and inclusion.

Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. This means that we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with and we must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.

A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International's Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan International also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme we will request information from applicants previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Please note that Plan International will never send unsolicited emails requesting payment from candidates. 

To Apply please click the following link:

https://career5.successfactors.eu/sfcareer/jobreqcareerpvt?jobId=50482&company=PlanInt&st=B6C5F5BE63548910F81DCC5C2877A1E46F8F7273