Grant Management Consultant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Provide management and advisory services for grants to ensure high-quality execution, effective risk management, targeted outcomes, adherence to donor commitments, and fulfillment of contractual obligations.

• Supervise the progress of implementations and guarantee that results and donor reports are submitted punctually, within budget, and in alignment with donor requirements.

• Develop and implement reporting and learning processes.

• Utilize Results-Based Management methodologies and tools to monitor objectives, outputs, and outcomes.

• Coordinate or assist with grant deliverables, which include start-up workshops, partner agreements, work plans, donor reports, annual reviews, evaluations, and close-out activities.

• Document and disseminate project achievements and insights through meetings, donor interactions, academic forums, and various communication channels.

• Assist with assessments, surveys, evaluations, and the establishment of MEAL systems in collaboration with WVC MEAL and technical experts.

• Aid in the preparation, review, and negotiation of donor contracts and amendments alongside the Grant Finance and Legal teams.

• Monitor financial performance, including expenditures, cash flow, overhead recovery, financial risks, and funding timelines, while identifying issues that require corrective action.

• Collaborate with Program & Policy, the World Vision Partnership, Field Offices, Regional Offices, the Global Centre, peer consultants, and internal teams.

⛳️ Requirements

• A university degree in international development, community/social development, business development, or a related discipline.

• 5–7 years of proven experience in managing or providing advice on institutional donor-funded international grants and projects.

• Strong background in applying Results-Based Management techniques and designing or supporting Monitoring & Evaluation systems.

• Demonstrated experience in supporting or coordinating remote, cross-functional, and cross-cultural teams in the delivery of development projects.

• Experience in engaging with academic and/or research partners is a plus.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly synthesize complex information for diverse audiences.

• Keen attention to detail when reviewing project documentation and providing technical feedback.

• Ability to work effectively across organizational boundaries and cultures.

• Capability to manage multiple workstreams with sound judgment, initiative, and confidence.

• Willingness and availability to travel internationally as needed, approximately once per year, including to higher-risk environments.

• Status as an independent contractor or consultant; specific deliverables, timelines, level of effort, and duration will be defined by contract or terms of reference.

🏝️ Benefits

• Recognized as a top employer in Canada and the Greater Toronto Area.

• Emphasis on an agile mindset.

• Opportunity for remote work arrangements.

• Possibility of international travel as required.