Position open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Female candidates are encouraged to apply

POSITION DESCRIPTION


Grants Manager


USAID Haiti Programme d’Appui à la Rentabilisation de l’Elevage (PARE)

Cap Haitien, Haiti




Activity Summary:

The USAID/Haiti Programme d’Appui à la Rentabilisation de l’Elevage (PARE) is a five-year activity implemented by Land O’Lakes Venture37. The PARE activity aims to improve the resilience capacities to enable households and communities to withstand recurrent shocks and stresses, while helping them experience increased food security. The purpose of PARE is to increase the resilience of households and communities in the Northern and Southern Resilience Focus Zones through the improvement of the livestock market system. Its three main objectives are to:




1) Improve productivity of the livestock sector in the resilience focus zones;

2) Increase the accessibility of inputs and services in the livestock market system; and

3) Improve marketing and private sector engagement in the sector.



The activity aims to advance livestock production (cattle, poultry, goats, sheep, eggs, and dairy) market systems and to diversify incomes to increase the resilience of communities in two Resilience Focus Zones (RFZ) - one is located in the southern region (South Department) and the other in parts of the north (North, Northeast and Plateau Central Departments). The Activity will address key opportunities and constraints to increase livestock productivity, facilitate private sector engagement, and manage environmental and natural resource considerations. PARE will build upon lessons learned from past USAID and other donor funded activities and will coordinate closely with existing and planned USAID and other development partner programs and will align with the Government of Haiti’s priorities.




About the Organization:

Land O'Lakes Venture37 is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to helping communities around the world build economies by strengthening local agriculture, helping agribusinesses create jobs and linking farmers to markets. Since 1981, it has implemented over 315 integrated dairy, livestock and crops development programs in nearly 80 countries — creating lasting impact by linking farmers, businesses, and the public and private sector in local and global contexts. Land O’Lakes Venture37’s long-standing affiliation with Land O’Lakes, Inc. sets it apart. Land O’Lakes, Inc. is one of America’s largest farmer-owned cooperatives. It supports Land O’Lakes Venture37 project implementation with nearly 100 years of expertise in dairy, animal nutrition, crop inputs and agricultural insights and technologies. This gives Land O’Lakes Venture37 development projects a unique global view of agriculture, food and the power of well-functioning market systems. Land O’Lakes, Inc. supports these efforts as part of its enterprise purpose of Feeding Human Progress at home and around the world.

Position Summary:

The Grants Manager oversees the implementation of the Haiti Livestock Market Systems Resilience grants fund. The Grants Manager is responsible for managing an innovative grant fund to drive objectives for identifying and supporting local solutions to agricultural development in the Resilience Focus Zones (North, Northeast, Upper Centre Departments and the South Department) with a specific focus on building the capacity of local institutions and the private sector to achieve sustainable results. These grants will facilitate the easing of market system bottlenecks and unlock access to finance and investment to promote more resilient livestock systems. The position is located in the PARE office in Cap Haitien and will report to the Finance, Operations and Compliance Manager (FOCM).





Primary Responsibilities:

Ensure compliance with the project Grants Manual covering all procedures from announcement and intake through analysis and final selection;
Draft requests for grant applications and/or an annual program statement targeting promising small and medium-sized agribusinesses, local institutions, and other livestock market actors;
Assist short-listed applicants to refine their application working in coordination with the PARE technical staff to develop a technically sound approach to promote strong grant performance and alignment with project activities;
Analyze and evaluate grant submissions for technical and budget soundness and compliance with USAID regulations, recommending award actions;
Prepare grant-related donor approval requests and promptly respond to grant-related donor requests;
Coordinate the issuance of grants and maintain documentation through the development and upkeep of Venture37’s grants database and document management system;
Provide direct technical support to potential local NGO partners, private sector partners, and other grantees;
Train project staff and build capacity to conduct and document ongoing monitoring of grantee performance, capacity building that target grantee needs, and financial monitoring to ensure proper and efficient use of donor funds;
Coordinate closely with the Chief of Party, Deputy Chief of Party and the technical teams to ensure grants fit within the overall program goals and objectives;
Prepare reports and analyses regarding the grants program;
Analyze and evaluate activity applications, proposals, and agreement/award documents to ensure consistency with program goals and objectives;
Communicate regularly with project grantees, working with them to assess performance of grant activities and compliance with grant conditions.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, management, or other related field
Six (6) years of experience managing a grants portfolio under USAID-funded projects
Familiarity with USAID grants rules and regulations.
Experience with a grants management database used to manage workflow and document key stages in a grant cycle.
Attention to detail and experience with crafting clear and deliverable-based program descriptions.
Ability to work independently.
Excellent interpersonal skills
Fluency in French and/or Haitian Creole.
Verbal, written and presentation skills in English



Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

Ten (10) years of experience managing a grants portfolio under USAID-funded projects.
Master’s Degree or equivalent in accounting, business administration, finance or other relevant area.
Experience with grants under contract

CV, Cover Letter

To apply, follow this link:
https://lol.avature.net/Careers/JobDetail/Cap-Haitien-Haiti-Grants-Manager-Haiti-PARE/1675

Email applications will not be accepted.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. No phone calls will be accepted.




Land O'Lakes Venture37 will never ask you for personable identifiable information, and we will never request money or payment during the recruitment or employment process.



Land O’Lakes Venture37 is an equal opportunity employer and an organization striving to help global communities thrive through agriculture. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status, among other factors. Our culture values a diversity of voices. So, bring us your unique experiences, your workstyle, and your dreams — they’ll only make us stronger.

2023-09-29