Lebanon Water Project - Subcontracts And Grants Manager

Lebanon Water Project (LWP)   Call for Resumes   Subcontracts and Grants Manger, Long term position   Background: DAI seeks Subcontracts and Grants Manager candidates for the USAID-funded “Lebanon Water Project (LWP).” This five year project will work to increase reliable and sustainable access to potable water for Lebanese citizens; improve water management practices and enhance the efficiency and sustainability of public water utilities, while raising awareness on sustainable water use practices and promote better water governance to help assure long-term protection of Lebanon’s water resources.   General Objective:   The Subcontracts and Grants Manager will oversee subcontract and grant implementation for LWP, tracking compliance with DAI policies and procedures and USAID rules and regulations. S/he will report to the Senior Director of Finance and Operations.   Responsibilities:   Work closely with operational and technical teams to prepare Request for Proposals (RFPs), Invitation for Bids (IFBs), Request for Applications (RFAs) Conduct pre-award responsibility and financial review of potential subcontracts Review and evaluate bids, quotes, and applications for allowability, allocability, reasonableness and consistency. Negotiate with potential subcontractors and grantees in coordination with technical and operational teams Prepare grant agreements, and issue subcontracts, purchase orders, task orders, and amendments, explaining terms, conditions, roles, and responsibilities. Ensure that identified weaknesses in initial grantee assessments and related requirements, updates and status are incorporated into the agreements explicitly/clearly and required monitoring and actions on the part of the grantee and LWP. Maintain required documentation for subcontracts and grants in soft and hard copies. Supervise grant implementation Provide procedural and policy guidance and interpretation for LWP staff as well as grantees and subcontractors to ensure adherence to policies and achievement of objectives Oversee the timely and comprehensive close-out process and related documentation of subcontracts and grants. Prepare regular reports to the Senior Director of Finance and Operations. Develop Grants Training Program emphasizing responsibilities, contractual/award requirements and US Government Regulations for LWP staff and grantees. Periodic timely review of Grants Manual to ensure required updates are reflected and processes are aligned. Other tasks as assigned.   Qualifications:   Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field At least 8 years of relevant experience and progressive responsibility in grants or subcontracts at the mid-level of an organization Minimum 3 years of experience working in a grants role for donor-funded projects Ability to respond effectively to time sensitive demands and inquiries Proficiency using Microsoft office suite and other relevant software Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills as well as exceptional customer relations (both internally & externally); provides sound business judgment and contractual oversight Ability to manage and prioritize multiple RFAs and concurrent bids Excellent communications and personnel management skills and ability to relate to people at all levels of an organization and of different multi-cultural backgrounds Extremely well organized and self-directed individual with sound technical skills, and analytical ability Fluency in English is required   Qualified candidates should email their CV to DAILebanonRecruitment@dai.com with the subject line “LWP-Subcontracts and Grants Manager” in the subject line. Only short listed applicants will be contacted for additional information in relation to this position. Thank you.