Grants & Partnership Management Coordinator (CCY)

About the Position

The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfillment of the wish to return home.

The Grants and Partnerships Coordinator role has a country focus and ensures compliance with DRC-led Consortia procedures, donor regulations, and internal DRC guidelines. The role contributes to the development of consortium strategies and supports their translation into action plans and day-to-day tasks for consortium partners.

Responsibilities

• Grant Management / Compliance & Reporting

  • Provide strategic oversight on donor and government compliance requirements.
  • Lead strategic communication with consortium partners/members on donor policies and compliance shifts.
  • Ensure donor formats, tools, and guidelines are fully institutionalized across consortium structures.
  • Shape and review key grant agreements-including sub-agreements, teaming agreements, and MoUs.
  • Lead donor negotiations related to programmatic or operational changes.
  • Strategically design and facilitate grant lifecycle processes.
  • Ensure systematic follow-up on key grant actions.
  • Strengthen continuity of grant operations.
  • Lead and coordinate donor reporting cycles.

• Funding Opportunities & Proposals

  • Monitor and strategically assess emerging funding opportunities.
  • Conduct targeted research to inform the consortium’s fundraising strategy.
  • Maintain and analyze the consortium’s fundraising pipeline.
  • Develop and oversee a strategic Grants Portfolio Dashboard.
  • Lead or oversee the development of competitive, strategic proposals and concept notes.
  • Coordinate consortium partners throughout the proposal and reporting cycles.

• External Communications

  • Lead the preparation of high-quality communication materials.
  • Serve as a focal point for strategic donor engagement.
  • Coordinate donor visits, missions, and audits at a strategic level.
  • Draft and oversee strategic updates for donors.

• Partnerships & Coordination

  • Provide strategic oversight and coordination of all partnership arrangements within the DRC-led Consortia.
  • Lead the development, review, and negotiation of partner agreements.
  • Facilitate regular coordination with consortium partners.
  • Monitor partner performance against programmatic, financial, and compliance benchmarks.
  • Lead information flow between consortium partners and the CMU.
  • Foster a collaborative partnership environment.
  • Support joint advocacy, communication, and visibility initiatives with partners.

Requirements

• At least 6 years of grants management experience with an international NGO.
• Knowledge of donor rules, regulations, and procedures of donors including but not limited to US and European donors, EU funding mechanisms, and UN agencies.
• Proven experience in successfully applying for institutional donor funding.
• Proven experience in sub-granting, working within consortia structure, reporting, and partnerships.

Nice to Have

• Master’s degree in international relations, project management, business administration, or similar studies relevant to the post.
• Arabic (Asset)

We Offer

• Contract length: One-year Contract Length, renewable based on funding availability.
• Band: G Non-manager
• Duty Station: Sana’a Yemen, with frequent travel to the field.
• Designation of Duty Station: Non-Family Duty Station
• Start date: As soon as possible.
• Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment.

About the Company

Founded in 1956, the Danish Refugee Council is Denmark’s largest, and a leading international NGO. We have continuously been ranked as one of the best NGOs in the world - and are one of the few with a specific expertise in forced displacement. In over 30 countries, we protect, advocate and build sustainable futures for refugees and other displacement-affected people and communities.

By working in DRC, you will be joining a global workforce of over 6,000 employees. We pride ourselves on our:

• Professionalism, impact & expertise
• Humanitarian approach & the work we do
• Purpose, meaningfulness & own contribution
• Culture, values & strong leadership
• Fair compensation & continuous development

Danish Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer and we consider all applicants based on individual merit and qualifications, regardless of personal characteristics or attributes.