Grants and Compliance Manager

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Experience7 - 10 years
• LocationNairobi
• Job FieldProject Management 

Key Responsibilities

Grants Management & Compliance

• Maintain an up-to-date compliance tracker for all donor deliverables, deadlines, and obligations.
• Ensure timely preparation and submission of high-quality narrative and financial reports in line with donor requirements.
• Track and follow up on all World Bank requests and actions throughout project implementation.
• Develop, implement, and oversee grant management systems to ensure compliance with World Bank and organizational requirements.
• Provide regular compliance updates and risk analysis to the project management unit.
• Coordinate Semi- Annual Audit preparations including but not limited to Audit ToR, preparation of audit trial and supporting documentation. 

Reporting & Tracking

• Establish and manage a centralized reporting system for donor deliverables and program milestones.
• Consolidate reports and data from state-level teams, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Monitor progress toward grant deliverables, identifying potential delays or risks, and coordinating corrective actions.
• Maintain documentation and records in compliance with audit and donor requirements.

Sub-Granting & Partner Oversight

• Lead the full cycle of sub-grant management, including development and dissemination of RFAs.
• Conduct due diligence and organizational capacity assessments of potential sub-grantees.
• Draft, review, and monitor sub-grant agreements to ensure clear deliverables and compliance obligations.
• Provide training and ongoing support to sub-grantees on compliance, reporting, and World Bank requirements.
• Monitor sub-grantee performance, conduct compliance visits, and address any issues of non-compliance.

Capacity Building & Technical Support

• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to hub and state-level teams on grants management and compliance.
• Design and deliver training sessions on donor compliance, reporting, and documentation standards.
• Strengthen internal systems to improve efficiency, transparency, and accountability across all project locations.
• Foster a culture of compliance, learning, and continuous improvement within the project.

Risk Management & Continuous Improvement

• Identify and address compliance risks related to grants and sub-grants.
• Recommend and implement improvements to policies, systems, and procedures.
• Ensure the project is audit-ready at all times and coordinate audit processes as required.
• Integrate lessons learned and best practices into future grants and compliance processes.

Skills & Competencies

• In-depth knowledge of World Bank regulations, donor compliance frameworks, and financial reporting standards.
• Excellent analytical, risk management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• High proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with grant management systems; experience with World Bank reporting platforms (e.g., STEP, Client Connection) is an asset.
• Fluency in English required.

Qualifications

 Professional Experience

• Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive experience in grants management, compliance, and donor reporting within large-scale, donor-funded projects.
• Demonstrated experience working with World Bank–funded projects. 
• Proven expertise in sub-grant management, including RFAs, due diligence assessments, agreement development, and compliance monitoring.
• Experience coordinating donor audits and managing compliance documentation.
• Strong track record of providing technical assistance and capacity building to multi-level project teams and local partners.
• Experience working in multi-state or fragile/conflict contexts is highly desirable.

STEP Senior Procurement Officer

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
• Experience5 - 7 years
• LocationNairobi
• Job FieldProcurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain 

Key Responsibilities

• Update procurement plans and progress on the World Bank STEP system, ensuring data accuracy and timely submissions.
• Track procurement approvals within STEP and escalate any pending actions to the Procurement & Logistics Manager.
• Monitor contract implementation timelines, coordinating with logistics, finance, and technical teams to ensure timely delivery and payments.
• Prepare, compile, and upload all required procurement documentation into STEP, including advertisements, bid evaluation reports, and contract award notices.
• Liaise with the World Bank STEP Help Desk to resolve technical issues and remain informed on new system features.
• Maintain procurement records within STEP to support supervision missions and donor reporting requirements.
• Ensure all procurement processes and documentation meet World Bank compliance requirements, including the use of standard bidding documents and forms.
• Maintain a complete, accurate, and organized procurement filing system (electronic and hard copy) for audit readiness.
• Support suppliers and service providers during bidding, evaluation, and contract management processes in line with World Bank Procurement Regulations.
• Prepare and share regular procurement status reports and dashboard updates for the Project Management Unit (PMU) and World Bank supervision missions.
• Participate in procurement audits, reviews, and post-procurement evaluations, ensuring timely responses to findings.
• Coordinate closely with cross-functional teams (finance, logistics, and technical staff) to streamline procurement workflows.
• Uphold confidentiality, transparency, and integrity in all procurement transactions.
• Ensure compliance with organizational procurement ethics standards and World Bank guidelines.

Required Languages - English proficiency

Skills & Competencies

• In-depth knowledge of World Bank Procurement Regulations and international best practices.
• Strong proficiency in using the World Bank STEP platform.
• Excellent analytical and reporting skills, with attention to detail.
• Strong coordination, communication, and interpersonal skills for working with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• High proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); knowledge of procurement software is an asset.
• Fluency in English required.

Qualifications

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Procurement, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s degree or professional certification such as CIPS preferred).
• Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive experience in procurement and supply chain management within donor-funded projects.
• Demonstrated experience working with World Bank–funded projects, specifically with STEP.
• Proven experience in preparing and managing procurement documentation (EOIs, RFQs, RFPs, bid evaluation reports, contracts).
• Experience supporting donor audits, post-procurement reviews, and compliance checks.

Method of Application

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• Grants and Compliance Manager
• STEP Senior Procurement Officer