Grants and Partnership Manager

About the role

AVSI, an international NGO operating in 41 countries, is seeking a dynamic Grants and Partnership Manager to join its Mozambique team. The role ensures efficient management of the grants portfolio, compliance with internal and donor policies, and strong relationships with partners.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the full grant lifecycle from due diligence to execution and renewal.
• Draft, review, and track contracts in line with organizational and donor requirements.
• Monitor contract timelines, deliverables, reporting obligations and expiration dates.
• Maintain grantee and contractor records in financial systems and serve as primary contact for onboarding and compliance verification.
• Oversee payment schedules, resolve discrepancies and ensure timely disbursements.
• Support implementation and optimisation of grant management systems.
• Reconcile grant payments monthly, ensure accurate coding and support month‑end/year‑end close activities.
• Develop standard reports on contract status, committed funds and expenditures, and coordinate internal audits.
• Assist with financial analysis, budget forecasting and variance tracking.

Required profile

• University‑level degree or higher.
• Minimum 8 years experience in development cooperation or humanitarian aid.
• Experience with OCHA is an added value.
• Training or work experience in food security and/or related fields.

Required skills

• Grant lifecycle management.
• Contract management and compliance.
• Financial analysis and budget forecasting.
• Reconciliation of grant payments.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work in a mission‑driven international NGO.
• Exposure to multi‑country humanitarian and development projects.
• Professional development in grant and partnership management.