Innovation Grants Officer | JAAGO Foundation Trust

Vacancy: 02

Job Context
About the Project: JAAGO Foundation, in partnership with CARE and funded by USAID, is implementing the Bijoyee Activity, aiming to contribute to more effective, inclusive, locally-led development by and with Bangladeshi youth – particularly young women and socially excluded young people – as core participants and decision-makers. The project is expected to run for five years (August 2023 to July 2028). It aims to empower young people in Bangladesh to reach their full potential through life skills training, employment opportunities, civic awareness, resilience to anti-democratic and violent extremist values, and improved marketability and employability. To capacitate youth-led/serving organizations, the project will issue small grants to YLOs. The Innovation Grant Officer will be a pivotal team member within the Bijoyee Activity, overseeing the grant application process, evaluating proposals, and selecting grant recipients. The officer will be crucial in monitoring grant implementation, ensuring compliance with guidelines, and assessing the impact of projects funded by innovation grants. This role requires a dynamic individual who can foster creativity and entrepreneurial spirit among youth, contributing to the positive youth development goals of the project.

Job Responsibilities

  • Grant Management:
  • Oversee the end-to-end grant application process, from soliciting proposals to evaluating submissions.
  • Select grant recipients based on established criteria, ensuring alignment with project objectives.
  • Monitoring and Compliance:
  • Monitor the implementation of innovation grants, ensuring compliance with guidelines and project requirements.
  • Conduct regular assessments to evaluate the impact and effectiveness of funded projects.
  • Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Collaborate with project stakeholders, grantees, and community partners to facilitate successful grant outcomes.
  • Provide guidance and support to grant recipients throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Documentation and Reporting:
  • Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of all grant-related activities.
  • Prepare regular reports on grant utilization, project progress, and impact assessment.
  • Capacity Building:
  • Work to enhance the capacity of grant recipients, providing necessary training and support for successful project execution.
  • Identify opportunities for knowledge sharing and collaboration among grant recipients.
  • Innovation Promotion:
  • Actively promote innovation and entrepreneurial thinking among youth, fostering a culture of creativity and initiative.

Workplace: Work at office

Educational Requirements

  • Bachelor degree in any discipline
  • Skills Required: Excellent communication skill, Organizational Skills, Teamwork skills

Experience Requirements

  • At most 3 year(s)
  • The applicants should have experience in the following area(s): Grants management, Project Management
  • The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO
  • Freshers are also encouraged to apply.

Additional Requirements

  • Age 25 to 40 years

Job Location: Chattogram, Dhaka
Salary: Tk. 30000 (Monthly)

Compensation & Other Benefits

  • Mobile bill, Weekly 2 holidays
  • Salary Review: Yearly
  • Festival Bonus: 2
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