Job Opportunity: Project Management / Roving Grants and Compliance Advisor 1x

13/02/2025

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Job Opportunity: Project Management / Roving Grants and Compliance Advisor

Employer: Oxfam Deutschland e.V.
Start Date: As soon as possible
Type of Employment: Full-time (38 hours per week, 100%), initially limited to 1 year with the possibility of extension
Application Deadline: 13th February 2025, 16:00

As a member of the Grant Management Team, you will oversee the contract and project management of Oxfam’s humanitarian aid, transitional assistance, and development cooperation projects. These projects are funded by various institutional donors, including GFFO, BMZ, GIZ, and KfW. This role involves regular communication with colleagues in country offices, as well as travel for project monitoring and training.

Responsibilities:

Advisory and Support: Ensure compliance with donor guidelines and provide guidance to Oxfam offices globally (virtually and in-country).
Project Monitoring: Oversee the monitoring and management of donor-funded projects, including tracking project progress and reviewing financial flows.
Contract and Grant Management: Advise on contract modalities and relevant regulations, and coordinate the review of supporting documentation (vouchers, agreements, etc.).
Reporting: Prepare financial and narrative reports (including Logframes) and provide support during internal and external audits.
Proposals: Assist in preparing proposals for institutional donors.
Data Management: Maintain and update project data using Excel and internal project management software.
Communication: Collaborate with donors, partners, and colleagues on ongoing projects.

Your Profile:

Qualifications: A completed academic degree in business administration or a similar field.
Experience: Several years of experience in project management, ideally including at least one year outside Europe.
Skills: Strong knowledge of German donor guidelines (GFFO, BMZ, GIZ), excellent teamwork, intercultural competence, and strong numerical abilities.
Languages: Fluency in English and German; French is a plus.
Other Requirements: Ability to work under pressure, willingness to travel to remote areas, and alignment with Oxfam’s values.

We Offer:

Impactful Work: A meaningful role in a global organization fighting for a just world without poverty.
Collaborative Environment: Work with dedicated teams worldwide.
Competitive Benefits: Attractive salary, 30 days of annual leave, family-friendly arrangements, and a fully employer-funded pension scheme.
Flexible Work Options: Mobile working and family-friendly time models.
Supportive Office: Centrally located office with great public transport access and modern equipment.

If you’re passionate about making a difference, we encourage you to apply by submitting your cover letter, CV, and references (compiled into one PDF) through our online application form.

For questions, please reach out to Rascha Kor Ali at rkorali@oxfam.de.

Interviews are expected to take place in January 2025.