Grants Manager (maternity cover)

Do you have a passion for international development and experienced in handling donor relations and ensuring compliance? Do you speak fluent French? Then this could be the role for you!

We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Grants Manager to step in and support our team during a maternity cover. This is a opportunity to contribute to our mission of strengthening women’s rights worldwide as well as an opportunity to learn and develop with us.

Last day to apply: 16 february 2025 (we will be conducting interviews on an ongoing basis)

The Kvinna till Kvinna Foundation has defended women’s rights since 1993. For every woman’s right to be safe and to be heard. Today we are one of the world’s leading women’s rights organisations, working directly in areas affected by war and conflict to strengthen women’s influence and power. We work closely together with over 150 local partner organisations across 20 countries to end violence against women, reach lasting peace and close the gender gap once and for all. The future is equal. And together, we are change.

About the job

As our Grants Manager, you will play a key role in securing and managing funding for our programs. You’ll be responsible for ensuring that monitoring and reporting is in accordance with contractual obligations and with Kvinna till Kvinna policies and guidelines. You will monitor funding opportunities and coordinate and contribute to project proposals and budgets. You will also support anti-corruption measures and strategic planning.

Your responsibilities include:

• Identifying and monitoring funding opportunities
• Coordinating and contributing to project proposals and budgets for donors
• Ensuring compliance with donor requirements and contractual obligations
• Coordinating annual planning and grant reporting
• Conducting budget follow-ups and quality assurance
• Engaging in anti-corruption measures

About you

We’re looking for a structured, analytical, and proactive professional who thrives in an international environment. You enjoy managing multiple projects, have an eye for detail, and understand the complexities of grant management in the nonprofit sector. You are responsible and you have good time management to be able to meet deadlines. Great cooperation ability and adaptability is important.

You need to have:

• A relevant academic degree (e.g., political science, international relations, development studies, peace and conflict, gender studies, human rights, or law)
• At least five years of relevant work experience, including two years in international development cooperation
• Knowledge of project and results management
• Experience in budgeting and budget follow-ups for development projects
• Experience in securing grants and donor reporting
• Strong understanding of donor compliance regulations
• Fluency in French and English is required

Merits:

• Knowledge of Swedish and/or EU development cooperation
• Experience working with institutional donors
• Experience working in the regions where we operate
• Knowledge of gender, conflict, and human rights in development cooperation

What we offer

Kvinna till Kvinna is dedicated to promoting gender equality and human rights. We offer a collaborative and dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional development and impact-driven work.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

• A full-time position based in our Stockholm office
• Access as soon as possible until end of august 2025.
• flexible and goal-oriented 37.5-hour workweek
• supportive and inclusive team environment
• Occupational pension and wellness allowance

Questions?

If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact Cecilia Ängelid cecilia.angelid@kvinnatillkvinna.se

For information on the recruitment process, please contact our HR unit HR@kvinnatillkvinna.se

To contact representatives for the local unions, send an email to: unionboard@kvinnatillkvinna.se