The position will be based in Lusaka, Zambia, and will report to the Chief Scientific Officer and the Finance Director. The incumbent will perform the following roles and responsibilities:

• Ensuring that grant applications are properly prepared according to the specifications of the donor agency or organization.
• Guide and manage budgets and expenditure for projects.
• Manage the grant management system.
• Develop and implement accountability policies and procedures.
• Guide the proposal writing team on the requirements of the RFP.
• Follow-up of responses from donor agencies and organizations.
• Develop and implement grant application strategies.
• Identify and analyze funding opportunities, risks, and opportunities.
• Participate in drafting final reports for the project.
• Work closely with research staff on project implementation and guide on donor requirements.
• Any other business.

CRIO is an equal opportunity employer. Prospective employees will receive consideration without discrimination due to disability, ethnicity, race, religion, or gender. We strongly encourage people with disabilities who have the relevant skills and experience to apply.

For the detailed job description, visit our website at https://saicrio.org/ or send an email request to [email protected]. Candidates are invited to submit a one-page cover letter indicating current and expected remuneration, together with maximum three-page CV to [email protected].  by close of business 30 June 2024.   Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.