Grants Management and Compliance Coordinator

Job Description

Organization: BRAC Rwanda Microfinance Company PLC
Job Location: Kigali, Rwanda
Employment Type: Fixed-Term
Application Deadline: 10th July 2025

About BRAC
BRAC is the world’s largest and leading development organization dedicated to alleviating poverty and empowering the poor. Founded in Bangladesh in 1972, BRAC now operates in 16 countries across Asia and Africa, strategically integrating development programs in microfinance, agriculture, health, education, human rights and legal aid, and community empowerment.

BRAC Rwanda Microfinance Company PLC was established in September 2018 and is licensed by the National Bank of Rwanda to provide microfinance and related financial services.

Position Overview
BRAC International is seeking a Grants Management and Compliance Coordinator to join its team in Kigali, Rwanda. This role is crucial in ensuring effective financial management and compliance for all donor-funded projects, including donor reporting, budget monitoring, and coordination with program and finance teams.

The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining grant compliance, managing risk, facilitating high-quality reporting, and strengthening internal grant management systems.

Key Responsibilities

Grant Management & Compliance:

• Ensure implementation of grants in line with donor regulations, BRAC policies, and local laws.
• Lead grant kick-off, review, and close-out processes.
• Stay updated with major donor regulations (e.g., MCF, UNFPA, AFD) and provide internal training.
• Identify and mitigate compliance risks in collaboration with relevant teams.
• Conduct due diligence and advise on risk management for partners and sub-grantees.

Financial Reporting & Budgeting:

• Coordinate the preparation of timely and accurate donor financial reports.
• Review project expenditures to ensure they align with approved budgets.
• Monitor burn rates and provide budget vs. actual analysis to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with donors and affiliates to meet reporting requirements.
• Analyze grant performance and resolve financial challenges with program/finance teams.

Donor Communication & Documentation:

• Act as the central point of contact for donor finance queries and audits.
• Maintain accurate and complete grant documentation.
• Ensure donor audit readiness and coordinate responses to audit requests.
• Represent BRAC in grant review sessions and donor engagement meetings.

Capacity Building & Coordination:

• Train field and program staff on donor regulations and BRAC financial procedures.
• Work with M&E and program teams to align financial and programmatic reporting.
• Maintain high-quality grant management systems and tools.
• Act as a focal point for grant reporting functions in the country office.

Risk Management:

• Identify financial and compliance risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Report critical issues to the Head of Finance and Senior Management in a timely manner.

Safeguarding Responsibilities:

• Promote safeguarding practices, ensuring a safe work environment for all staff.
• Encourage reporting of incidents and provide guidance on safeguarding implementation.
• Champion BRAC’s safeguarding policy in all aspects of grant management.

Qualifications & Experience

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA) is highly preferred.

Experience:

• 5–6 years of relevant experience in grant management, donor compliance, or financial management, preferably in an NGO/donor-funded setting.
• Experience in international development and working with institutional donors such as USAID, UN, EU, and others.
• Demonstrated success in managing multiple grants and coordinating across departments.

Skills & Competencies:

• Deep understanding of donor regulations and risk management.
• Excellent Excel proficiency and financial analysis skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Proven ability to manage reporting deadlines, deliver training, and collaborate across teams.
• High attention to detail, integrity, and multitasking capability.
• Language: Fluency in English required; French or Kinyarwanda is an added advantage.
• Certifications in grant management or project management are a plus.

Salary: Negotiable

About BRAC International
BRAC International is a Southern-led organization with a global footprint, dedicated to empowering people facing poverty, illiteracy, and injustice. With over 50 years of experience, we deliver proven, scalable solutions tailored to the communities we serve. To learn more, visit www.bracinternational.org.

Our Core Values:

• Integrity: Acting honestly and ethically.
• Innovation: Continuously improving and iterating.
• Inclusiveness: Reaching those most in need.
• Effectiveness: Delivering impactful solutions.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should email their Resume and signed Cover Letter in a single PDF document, including:

• Brief academic background
• Career summary
• Core competencies
• Notarized academic qualifications and professional certifications (if any)

Send your application to:
sbirwanda.recruitment@brac.net
Subject line: Grants Management and Compliance Coordinator

Please note: Shortlisting will be conducted on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

BRAC is committed to safeguarding all individuals, especially children and vulnerable adults. Our recruitment processes include background checks and criminal record disclosures to ensure a safe working environment.

BRAC International is an equal opportunities employer.