Job Description

Main purpose of the job:

• To assist with writing persuasive proposals and managing the grant application process from start to finish

Location:

• Parktown, Johannesburg

Key performance areas:

• Ensure proposals are well-organized, coherent, and address all required components and variables in the context of the study
• Collaborate with program managers and subject matter experts to gather necessary information for proposals
• Customise proposals to align with the goals and priorities of both the funding organization and our organization
• Manage the entire grant application process, including drafting, editing, and submitting proposals in a timely manner
• Coordinate with finance and administrative staff to gather financial documents and ensure budgetary accuracy in proposals
• Track and monitor the status of submitted proposals and follow up as needed.
• Assist in preparing narrative/funding/other progress reports and updates for grantors, as required.
• Maintain comprehensive records of all grant applications, reports, and correspondence
• Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with funding organisations and program officers
• Assist in preparing narrative/funding/other progress reports and updates for grantors, as required.
• Maintain comprehensive records of all grant applications, reports, and correspondence
• Represent the organisation professionally in meetings, conferences, and networking events related to grant funding

Required minimum education and training:

• Master's Degree, preferably in a health or natural sciences discipline

Required minimum work experience:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities:

• Strong writing abilities
• Attention to detail
• A deep understanding of grant funding mechanisms across various sectors
• Ability to interpret complex information and translate it into compelling proposals
• Must be Knowledgeable on budget and financial reports for grant applications purposes
• Must have Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
• Proficiency in using grant research databases, grant management pre-award systems, online resources, and Microsoft Office Suite

TO APPLY:

• Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV.
• Please Apply Online and complete your registration on Ditto Hire (our application tracking system) to enable and protect you as a candidate to accept the new POPIA terms and conditions. This will then create your permanent profile with which you can apply for all jobs as advertised by AJ PERSONNEL. However, you may remove your profile from AJ PERSONNEL when you are no longer in the job market.
• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
• The closing date for all applications: 23 September 2024.
• Note WHC, in accordance with their Employment Equity goals and plan, will give preference to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.

Please note:

• AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.
• Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
• Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.
• AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.

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