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Director of Grants – Innovative Federal Democracy Activity (IFDA)
Overview
What You’ll Be Doing
As the Director of Grants, you will lead the design, management, and oversight of the program’s grants portfolio, ensuring effective, compliant, and impactful delivery of funds to local partners and organizations. You will oversee the full grants lifecycle from solicitation and evaluation through award, implementation, and close-out, managing both financial and programmatic compliance with donor regulations.
You will play a pivotal role in building transparent systems, mentoring grants officers, and working closely with technical teams and grantees to ensure grants advance project objectives. The Director of Grants will also strengthen the capacity of grantee organizations, particularly smaller or informal entities, to enhance their accountability, sustainability, and ability to drive change in challenging and conflict-affected environments.
This role requires not only technical expertise in grants and financial management but also strategic thinking, problem-solving, and the ability to engage with diverse partners to ensure that funds are deployed effectively and contribute to lasting impact.
Who We Are
Cadmus is a technology-empowered strategic consulting firm with more than 1,300 experts dedicated to serving government, commercial, and non-governmental organizations worldwide. We help our clients achieve their goals and drive lasting, impactful changes by leveraging transformative digital solutions and unparalleled expertise across domains.
At Cadmus, we look for team players and problem solvers who are driven to use their unique perspectives and intellectual curiosity to help deliver breakthrough solutions that achieve transformative goals. As a member of our team, you'll collaborate with leading experts to support our clients across the globe. We offer competitive compensation, outstanding health care and retirement benefits, a vibrant and collaborative work environment, and ample opportunities for professional growth.
Join Cadmus. Together, we are strengthening society and the natural world. For more information, visit www.cadmusgroup.com.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the full grant lifecycle, including solicitation, pre-award due diligence, negotiation, implementation, monitoring, and close-out.
- Develop, update, and enforce grants management systems, manuals, and procedures to ensure compliance with/and US Government regulations.
- Convene and lead the Grants Review Committee, facilitating transparent decision-making and documentation of awards.
- Supervise and mentor the grants management team, building their capacity to manage complex portfolios.
- Provide direct support and technical assistance to grantees on compliance, reporting, and organizational strengthening.
- Collaborate with technical and MEL teams to ensure grants are aligned with project objectives and performance frameworks.
- Monitor grantee performance and financial management, conducting regular reviews and ensuring timely disbursements and deliverables.
- Structure and manage grants with informal, unregistered, or emerging organizations, applying creative approaches to support local actors.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, management, international development, or a related field. Advanced training in grants or financial management preferred.
- At least 10 years of professional experience in grants and financial management within international development, including at least 5 years managing Grants Under Contract (GUCs).
- Proven expertise in full grants lifecycle management, compliance systems, and financial oversight for large and complex grant portfolios (e.g., $2M–$40M annually).
- Demonstrated ability to manage teams and build the capacity of staff and partners in grants management.
- Strong knowledge of US Government rules and regulations; experience with other major donors (e.g., Save the Children, Plan International, GIZ) highly desirable.
- Experience managing grants in high-risk and conflict-affected programming environments.
- Fluency in English and Burmese; strong written and oral communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively across teams and with diverse partners.
- Strong facilitation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills; ability to operate effectively in fragile, politically complex, and crisis environments.
Additional Information:
Based on eligibility and job status, we offer an excellent benefits package to include: medical, dental, vision, company-paid disability and life insurance, 401k, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and more.
We value the critical role safety and health protocols contribute to all team members’ success. We work together to align and comply with all federal, state, and local safety and health mandates related to COVID to ensure a safe and valuable work environment.
Candidates who will be required to travel to specific countries must be willing to meet all of the requirements of the destination country(ies) for unimpeded entry.
Cadmus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination. Cadmus is committed to providing a respectful workplace where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation (including gender identity and/or expression), national origin, military and veteran status, physical and mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Learn more about Cadmus by visiting our website at: http://www.cadmusgroup.com
