Grants & Partnership Management Coordinator (CCY)

About the Position

Grants & Partnership Management Coordinator (CCY)

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is seeking a Grants & Partnership Management Coordinator to join our team in Sana'a, Yemen. This role ensures compliance and strategic partnerships for refugee aid, focusing on grants management, compliance, and partnership coordination.

Responsibilities

• Grant Management / Compliance & Reporting

  • Provide strategic oversight on donor and government compliance requirements.
  • Lead strategic communication with consortium partners on donor policies and compliance shifts.
  • Ensure donor formats, tools, and guidelines are fully institutionalized across consortium structures.
  • Shape and review key grant agreements, ensuring they reflect strategic priorities and partnership standards.
  • Lead donor negotiations related to programmatic or operational changes.
  • Design and facilitate grant lifecycle processes to foster shared understanding and forward-looking planning.
  • Strengthen continuity of grant operations by institutionalizing documentation processes.
  • Lead and coordinate donor reporting cycles, setting reporting standards and guiding partners.

• Funding Opportunities & Proposals

  • Monitor and assess emerging funding opportunities, advising leadership on positioning and engagement.
  • Conduct targeted research to inform the consortium’s fundraising strategy.
  • 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 to ensure harmonized program approaches.
  • Monitor partner performance against programmatic, financial, and compliance benchmarks.
  • Lead information flow between consortium partners and the CMU.
  • Foster a collaborative partnership environment by promoting transparency and joint problem solving.

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.

We Offer

• Contract length: One-year contract, 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

Danish Refugee Council (DRC)

Founded in 1956, DRC 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

DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s, and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process.

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. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce, aiming for a 50% balance of men and women in management roles and ensuring that at least 50% of management roles are filled by national staff. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive team is crucial for achieving our organizational goals and making a positive impact on the communities we serve.

Application Process

Interested? Then apply for this position by clicking on the apply button. All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages). Both must be in English.

If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please contact [email protected] Please note that applications sent directly to the email will not be considered.

Applications close on 16 June 2026. Longlisting is accepted to take place in the week after the closing date.

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website www.drc.ngo.