Recrutement Grants Specialist

Tetra Tech, Inc., a subsidiary of Tetra Tech (Nasdaq: TTEK) is dedicated to improving the energy sector of developing economies. We are recruiting for a Grants Specialist (GS) to be based in Senegal to support the implementation of the USAID-administered Scaling Up Renewable Energy II (SURE II) from June 2022 to December 2024.
The GS must have the ability to legally work in Senegal. The position is full-time, and hiring is contingent upon USAID approval. Tetra Tech values a diverse workplace and strives to achieve gender equality. Qualified women and men are strongly encouraged to apply.

Administer all project grant activities for up to 20 grants and a total of USD$2 million, including application setup, grantee intake, application review, preparation of grant award package, management, and close-out
Develop RFA and Annual Program Statements, review proposals and organize evaluation committees
Support the revision of the grants manual, templates, and forms in support of grantees
Advise grantees on relevant USAID, SURE II, and Tetra Tech operational policies and procedures related to their awards
Assess needs for and implement grant modifications on as-needed basis
Liaise with USAID and Tetra Tech home office staff on grant management topics
Liaise with the Senegal Country Coordinator on grantee intake process in local context
Coordinate with home office staff on due diligence and anti-corruption efforts for award of grants and payment of funds
Monitor and review innovator milestone reports and process payments
Organize funding requests to disburse milestone payments
Maintain and update grantees payment tracker
Support the procurement of grantees and local technical assistance vendors
Support the development of knowledge products, collection of performance indicator data and preparation of communication pieces
Support the development of contractual deliverables and any other reporting
Maintain proper filing, both electronic and hard copy as needed, of grant documentation
Perform other relevant duties as assigned

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or relevant field
5 years of relevant experience in Senegal on administration of grants and subcontracts supported by international donor organizations
Demonstrated experience with USAID acquisition and assistance rules and regulations, including experience with the full cycle of grant making
Prior experience in administering milestone-based grants for USAID-funded regional projects
Basic knowledge and understanding of ADS 303
Expert knowledge and efficiency working with financial control processes, payment systems, results-based management, project monitoring, and management
Proven ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
Strong Microsoft Excel skills, as well as a background in budget review and cost analysis to ensure maximum efficiency of grant resources
Strong oral and written communications skills to effectively liaise with and advise grantees and technical staff
Fluency in English and French (reading, writing and presentation skills)

Master’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or relevant field.