Research & Innovation Grants Management Specialist at NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY(NCST) : Deadline Jun 21, 2021

Job description

– Develop and introduce research and innovation standardized granting instruments such as tools, templates and guidelines to support grant management
– Oversee grants application processes.
– Monitor interventions and programs funded by grants to ensure compliance with established rules and procedures and requirements.
– Perform functions of grant management and report on status of grant processing and outcomes by regularly leasing with beneficiaries
– Receive and process technical and financial progress reports from NRIF beneficiaries
– Prepare financial and other reports related to the NRIF
– Engage grantees during budget negotiation in line with established guidelines
– Process grant payments to successful applicants and follow up on all queries related to NCST’s granting process
– Engage host institutions in elaborating roles to ensure efficient grants management
– Conduct fields visit to assess progress of NRIF grants
– Collaborate with other department staff on assignments of institutional interest.
– Undertake all other duties assigned by the head of department and/or the Executive Secretary