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Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
About the Organisation
Promoting Equality in African Schools (PEAS) is a nonprofit organization with a mission to expand access to quality secondary education for disadvantaged children in sub-Saharan Africa, ensuring that every child, regardless of their background, has the opportunity to reach their full potential. Recognized for its transformative approach to education and its commitment to increasing educational equity, PEAS has earned international recognition for its scalable and sustainable model that addresses the educational needs of underserved communities.
The organization fosters a dynamic and collaborative work culture where employees are encouraged to be innovative, results-driven, and community-focused, offering career growth opportunities, a supportive work environment, and flexible arrangements for those passionate about making a difference in education. Since its founding in 2004, PEAS has evolved from a small initiative into a leading force in African education, developing a network of affordable, high-quality secondary schools that are managed and operated with local input. Its innovative business model combines educational development with community engagement, utilizing a mix of public-private partnerships to ensure long-term sustainability and impact.
Operating in several African countries, PEAS is driven by core values of equality, inclusivity, empowerment, and accountability. Its corporate social responsibility efforts focus on improving access to education, supporting vulnerable children, and advocating for educational reform. For more information on PEAS's mission, work, and opportunities, visit www.peas.org.uk.
PEAS is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding access to high-quality, affordable secondary education across Africa. Since 2008, we've been partnering with governments to build and run low-cost secondary schools in underserved communities. With 30 schools in Uganda and 6 in Zambia, we currently serve over 19,000 students. Our model has been shown to improve academic performance, especially for students from disadvantaged backgrounds, while keeping costs low.
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Grants and Business Development Coordinator job at PEAS
PEAS
Job Description
Job Title: Grants and Business Development Coordinator
Department: Business Development
Location: Kampala (with occasional travel, up to 5%)
Reports to: Country Director
Compensation: Specialist Grade
Budget Holder Responsibility: Business Development Budget
Line Management Responsibility: None
Role Overview:
The Grants and Business Development Coordinator is pivotal in driving PEAS’ grant management and business development efforts. This role focuses primarily (90%) on managing grants and ensuring compliance, reporting, and coordination, with a secondary focus (10%) on supporting new business development.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Grant Reporting & Management (90%):
Lead the creation, review, and quality assurance of donor reports (narrative and financial), ensuring they meet internal deadlines and donor guidelines.
Coordinate with internal teams, assign tasks, and ensure the quality of content across reports, maintaining alignment with donor priorities.
Prepare high-quality updates for donor meetings and ensure clear communication regarding grant reporting responsibilities across the organization.
Work with the Global Grants Manager to maintain and update grant management systems, ensuring compliance with donor rules and regulations.
Provide ongoing support and training to country staff, helping them understand their responsibilities related to grant commitments.
Track and analyze project expenditures with the Finance team, ensuring proper use of funds and addressing any financial discrepancies.
Represent PEAS in donor meetings and visits, facilitating interactions and ensuring smooth logistics.
Business Development Support (10%):
Collaborate with the Operations, M&E, and Programs teams to design and package impact data for funders.
Assist in the development of high-quality proposals and concept papers for institutional and corporate donors.
Support the Country Director with outreach, relationship building, and progressing funding opportunities.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Essential:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Finance, Business Development, Social Sciences, or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience in grant management and fundraising, particularly with international donors such as EU, DFID/FCDO, USAID.
Strong financial literacy and understanding of financial controls and procedures.
Experience in project management and understanding of international development trends.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English.
Ability to build relationships both internally and externally with senior colleagues, donors, and partners.
Desirable:
Knowledge of corporate funding agencies in Uganda and the region.
Familiarity with current development trends and philosophies.
Experience raising and managing bi-lateral and multi-lateral funding for reputable NGOs.
Our Values:
At PEAS, we seek candidates who align with our core values:
Focus on Lasting Change: We prioritize sustainability and long-term impact for communities and students.
Collaboration Over Competition: We value collective success over individual achievement.
Integrity and Transparency: We uphold honesty, trust, and accountability in all our actions.
Empowerment: We provide support that enables decision-makers to thrive.
Entrepreneurial Spirit: We are nimble, take risks, and embrace new opportunities.
Growth Mindset: We are committed to continuous improvement, learning from mistakes, and striving for greater impact.
Evidence-Based Decisions: We make informed decisions based on data, research, and practical experience.
Commitment to Safeguarding:
PEAS is deeply committed to protecting children from harm and upholding the highest standards of safeguarding and anti-corruption practices. We implement rigorous recruitment processes, including background checks, and maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward violations of our safeguarding and anti-corruption policies.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should visit PEAS Job Descriptions for detailed information and submit their Cover Letter, CV (with 3 references), and Academic Documents as one PDF document to recruitment-ug@peas.org.uk
Deadline: 6th January 2025 at 5 PM EAT.
Note: Only successful candidates will be contacted. PEAS is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and the protection of children. We do not employ individuals whose background is unsuitable for working with children.
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