Grants Officer [Open to internal and external applicants]
Organizational Context
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in the Philippines is implementing the EU Philippines Green Economy Programme (The Programme) in partnership with local government units (LGUs). This initiative supports the Philippines' transition towards a green and circular economy, focusing on waste reduction, energy efficiency, and renewable energy deployment to mitigate climate change. The role sits within the Project Management Unit responsible for executing Specific Objective 2, which enhances LGU capacities and practices in circular waste economy.
Job Purpose
The Grants Officer will be responsible for coordinating and managing the grants component of the EU Philippines Green Economy Programme (EU-GEPP) SO2, focusing on enhancing the capacities and practices of local government units (LGUs) in circular waste economy. This involves working closely with national and subnational government partners, civil society organizations, and other stakeholders to identify, design, and implement grant activities. The role supports CSO-led initiatives and awareness-raising for behavioral change, contributing to reduced waste, GHG emissions, and increased adoption of circular economy practices. The position plays a crucial role in building partnerships, facilitating grant processes from application to monitoring, and ensuring the effective and timely implementation of grant-funded projects aligned with EU and UNDP procedures.
Responsibilities
The Grants Officer will manage the EU-GEPP SO2 grants component, coordinating with DILG, DENR, and the EU. Key responsibilities include co-designing and launching calls for grant proposals, developing evaluation criteria, and facilitating the selection process. This involves conducting due diligence, finalizing grant agreements, and announcing successful applicants. The role requires ensuring timely and effective monitoring of awarded grants against performance indicators and budgets, including reviewing financial and narrative reports, updating risk logs, and liaising with stakeholders. Additionally, the Grants Officer will lead and coordinate capacity-building initiatives for grantees, assessing their needs, organizing training, and ensuring compliance with UNDP reporting guidelines. The position also contributes to knowledge management by documenting best practices and lessons learned, and preparing status reports for various committees and stakeholders.
Work Experience
While a Master's degree holder is not required to have prior professional experience, candidates with a Bachelor's degree must possess at least two years of relevant professional experience in project design, monitoring, and evaluation. Experience in managing grant programs, particularly within the UN system or related to circular economy and climate change, is highly desirable.
Skills
Core Competencies: Achieve Results, Think Innovatively, Learn Continuously, Adapt with Agility, Act with Determination, Engage and Partner, Enable Diversity and Inclusion. Cross-functional/Technical Competencies: Business Acumen, CSO Engagement, Climate/Circular Economy knowledge, Risk Management, Communication, Monitoring & Evaluation, Financial Planning & Budgeting.