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Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI
Senior Grants Management Officer at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI
KenyaFull TimeMid-Senior Level
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Key Responsibilities:
Implement resource mobilization strategies aligned with KEMRI's strategic priorities and research agenda.
Identify potential funding opportunities from government agencies, bilateral and multilateral donors, foundations, development partners, private sector organizations and other funding sources.
Conduct regular research and analysis of funding opportunities, donor priorities and emerging trends to inform institutional resource mobilization efforts.
Coordinate the development and submission of high quality concept notes, expressions of interest, proposals and other funding applications in collaboration with Principal Investigators and relevant departments.
Develop and maintain a comprehensive database of funding opportunities, donors, partners and submitted application, and track their status and outcomes.
Support Principal Investigators and research teams in developing competitive proposals, including resource mobilization strategies, budgets and donor specific requirements.
Establish and maintain strategic relationships with donors, development partners, private sector organizations and other potential funding partners.
Monitor and evaluate resource mobilization performance, including funding applications, success rates, income generated and donor engagement, and prepare periodic reports.
Support donor engagement meetings, partnership forums, networking events and other resource mobilization activities.
Provide guidance and capacity building to staff on resource mobilization, proposal development, donor requirements and partnership development.
Collaborate with relevant departments to ensure compliance with donor requirements and institutional policies throughout the funding cycle.
Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Vacancy Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in any of the following; Biomedical Sciences, Medical Science, Social Sciences or any other relevant field from a recognized institution.
Master's Degree in any of the following: Biomedical Sciences; Medical Sciences; Social sciences and any other relevant field from a recognizes institution.
At least eight (8) years relevant working experience in resource mobilization, fundraising, grants management, business development, partnerships or a related field
Demonstrated experience in developing successful funding proposals and/or mobilizing resources from local, international and industry funding partners
Proficiency in computer applications and relevant digital tools.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills
Strong networking and partnership development skills, Good knowledge of donor funding processes and requirements
Strategic thinking and ability to identify and pursue funding opportunities.
Good organizational and project management skills.
Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
High level of integrity, professionalism and attention to detail.