Finance and Grant Coordinator
Plan International
 Vacancy No: 71035430
 Section/Unit: Finance & grant
 Grade Level: D1
 Supervisor: Country Finance manager
 No. of Post: 1
 Duty Station: Kassala
 Duration: 1 year
 Closing Date: 31 May 2026

 
 Background:

Plan International is an independent child rights and humanitarian organisation committed to 
children living a life free of poverty, violence and injustice. We actively unite children, communities 
and other people who share our mission to make positive lasting changes in children’s and young 
people’s lives. We support children to gain the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to claim 
their rights to a fulfilling life, today and in the future. We place a specific focus on girls and women, 
who are most often left behind. We have been building powerful partnerships for children for more 
than 75 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.
The Finance and Grant Coordinator is responsible for overseeing financial management and grant 
compliance to ensure efficient, transparent, and accountable use of resources. The role supports 
program implementation through strong financial planning, monitoring, reporting, and donor 
compliance, in line with organizational policies and donor regulations.



 
 Duties and responsibilities:

DIMENSIONS OF THE ROLE
▪ Grant Financial Management.
▪ Provide support to Program Areas on Financial Grants Management.
▪ Support the Business Development Department in financial grants management.
▪ Manage grants accountant team efficiently.
▪ Assume full responsibility for technical support and financial oversight of Plan Sudan’s grants
portfolio.
ACCOUNTABILITIES (SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES AND FUNCTIONS):
A. Financial Grants Management (40%)
▪ Lead the overall financial management of project, ensuring compliance with organizational
and donor requirements
▪ Prepare and monitor project budgets, forecasts, and budget revisions
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▪ Ensure accurate and timely recording of financial transactions 
▪ Oversee cash flow management, bank reconciliations, and financial controls 
▪ Review and approve expenditures in line with budget and authorization levels 
▪ Support audits (internal and external) and ensure timely resolution of findings 
B. Compliance (15%)
▪ Ensure compliance with Plan International standards, policies, and governmental regulations.
▪ Monitor budget spending and donor report submissions.
▪ Build partner capacities in financial management.
▪ Conduct periodic reviews of partner financial reports as part of pre-audit preparations.
▪ Coordinate donor audits, including management letter reviews and audit reports.
▪ Coordinate grant lifecycle management from proposal development to close-out 
▪ Ensure compliance with donor rules and regulations (e.g., UN agencies, institutional donors) 
▪ Track grant spending against budgets and provide regular updates to program teams 
▪ Review donor financial reports and ensure accuracy and timeliness 
▪ Support proposal budget development and cost allocation methodologies 
▪ Maintain grant files and documentation for audit and compliance purposes 
C. Internal Controls & Risk Management (15%)
▪ Ensure adherence to financial policies, procedures, and internal control systems 
▪ Identify financial risks and propose mitigation measures 
▪ Monitor compliance with anti-fraud, anti-corruption, and risk management frameworks 
▪ Support the development and updating of financial SOPs 
D. Capacity Building & Coordination (15%)
▪ Train and support program and finance staff on financial procedures and donor compliance 
▪ Strengthen the capacity of local partners in financial management and reporting 
▪ Act as a key liaison between finance, programs, and grants teams 
▪ Support coordination with donors, auditors, and external stakeholders as required 
E. Safeguarding, PSEA & Accountability (15%)
▪ Ensure financial practices align with safeguarding and accountability principles 
▪ Support compliance with PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) policies 
▪ Promote transparency and accountability in resource management 
.
F. Ensures that Plan International’s global policies for Child Protection (CPP) and Gender Equality and 
Inclusion (GEI) are fully embedded in accordance with the principles and requirements of the policy 
including relevant Implementation Standards and Guidelines as applicable to their area of 
responsibility. This includes, but is not limited to, ensuring staff and associates are aware of and 
understand their responsibilities under these policies and Plan International’s Code of Conduct 
(CoC), their relevance to their area of work, and that concerns are reported and managed in 
accordance with the appropriate procedures.
KEY RELATIONSHIPS
Internal Communication
▪ Country Finance Manager
▪ Program area Managers
▪ Project Managers at ESPA an NKPA
▪ Area Finance Coordinators
▪ Business Development Team
▪ Support Services Teams at ESPA an NKPA
▪ Programme Team
▪ National Office - UK
External Communication:
▪ Auditors
▪ Partners (sub-grantees)
▪ Donor financial managers
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▪ Project Coordination Unit at Care International – Sudan 
▪ Care International – Netherlands – Finance team 


 
 Minimum Qualification, Skills and Experience Required:

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Education
▪ Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting (required).
▪ Postgraduate degree (highly recommended).
Knowledge & Experience:
▪ Experience in financial management of donor-funded programs and compliance.
▪ In-depth understanding of donor policies (GFFO, BMZ, EU, USAID, BPRM, etc.).
▪ Expertise in financial systems and online project management platforms.
▪ Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in finance and grant management in 
humanitarian or development settings 
▪ Experience with major donors (e.g., UN, EU, SIDA, USAID) is highly desirable 
▪ Strong knowledge of financial systems, budgeting, and reporting tools 
Skills:
▪ Analytical thinking.
▪ Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in relevant software.
▪ Strong communication, team-building, and motivational skills.
▪ Negotiating and influencing abilities.
▪ Working knowledge of English (intermediate or above).

Experience
▪ Minimum 1–2 years of experience in data entry or information management.
▪ Experience working with CPIMS/CPIMS+ or similar database systems is highly desirable.
▪ Experience in child protection or humanitarian programming is an asset.
Skills & Competencies:
Technical Competencies
▪ Strong financial analysis and budgeting skills 
▪ Excellent knowledge of donor compliance requirements 
▪ Experience in grant management and reporting 
Behavioural Competencies
▪ Strong organizational and time management skills 
▪ High attention to detail and accuracy 
▪ Strong communication and coordination skills 
▪ Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines 
Cross-Cutting Competencies
▪ Commitment to safeguarding, PSEA, and accountability 
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▪ Integrity and professionalism 
Cultural sensitivity and ability to work in diverse environments 
▪ Strong computer skills (MS Excel, Word, databases).
▪ High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
▪ Understanding of confidentiality and ethical data management.
▪ Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
▪ Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
▪ Good communication skills.
▪ Fluency in [Insert Language]; knowledge of local languages is an asset


PLAN INTERNATIONAL’S VALUES IN PRACTICE
We are open and accountable
• Promotes a culture of openness and transparency, including with sponsors and donors.
• Holds self and others accountable to achieve the highest standards of integrity.
• Consistent and fair in the treatment of people.
• Open about mistakes and keen to learn from them.
• Accountable for ensuring we are a safe organisation for all children, girls & young people
We strive for lasting impact
• Articulates a clear purpose for staff and sets high expectations.
• Creates a climate of continuous improvement, open to challenge and new ideas.
• Focuses resources to drive change and maximise long-term impact, responsive to changed priorities or 
crises.
• Evidence-based and evaluates effectiveness.
We work well together
• Seeks constructive outcomes, listens to others, willing to compromise when appropriate.
• Builds constructive relationships across Plan International to support our shared goals.
• Develops trusting and ‘win-win’ relationships with funders, partners and communities.
• Engages and works well with others outside the organization to build a better world for girls and all 
children.
We are inclusive and empowering
• Seeks constructive outcomes, listens to others, willing to compromise when appropriate.
• Builds constructive relationships across Plan International to support our shared goals.
• Develops trusting and ‘win-win’ relationships with funders, partners and communities.
• Engages and works well with others outside the organization to build a better world for girls and all 
children.
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT
a. Must work in busiest environment outside the office with multi stakeholders.
b. Must work outside in an extremely hot and humid climate to perform her/his tasks.
c. Must work under high stresses. 
d. Must work off hours after daily working hours when ever requirement arises. 

 

Application link:-

https://career5.successfactors.eu/sfcareer/jobreqcareerpvt?jobId=54138&company=PlanInt&st=BC045D7E27A43D60ED425E6AB6C526FE3F5EAF33 

Addition to That you can submit your application to Kassala labor Office 

 

Women are strongly encouraged to apply









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