Job Position for Deputy Grants Manager
Première Urgence Internationale (PUI) Nigeria
Job Vacancy: Deputy Grants Manager
Location: Abuja, FCT, Nigeria
Employment Type: Contract
Remuneration: ₦923,000 / month
Application Deadline: August 30, 2026
About Première Urgence Internationale
Première Urgence Internationale (PUI) is an international humanitarian organization providing emergency assistance to vulnerable populations affected by conflict, displacement, and natural disasters. PUI has been actively supporting communities in Nigeria since 2016.
Role Overview
Reporting directly to the Grants and Partnership Manager, the Deputy Grants Manager will support end-to-end grant management, ensure compliance with contractual requirements, coordinate donor reporting, and contribute to proposal development.
Key Responsibilities
Grant Management & Reporting
Coordinate reporting processes from project launch to donor submission, ensuring strict adherence to deadlines.
Consolidate, review, and edit financial and narrative reports for accuracy, consistency, and alignment with project indicators.
Track compliance with donor guidelines, monitor contractual obligations, and coordinate extension requests (cost and no-cost).
Maintain updated grants management tools, reporting schedules, and project documentation archives.
Proposal Development
Monitor funding opportunities and review donor guidelines for calls for proposals.
Participate in proposal writing and work with Finance and operational teams to align budgets with narrative plans.
Address donor queries and support overall project development strategies.
Communication & Humanitarian Coordination
Ensure compliance with donor visibility guidelines; oversee the creation of success stories, photos, and communication plans.
Prepare external mission presentations and official reports for relevant local authorities.
Represent PUI at designated humanitarian coordination meetings and provide detailed feedback.
Qualifications & Experience
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Political Science, International Development, Public Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field (equivalent experience considered).
2+ years of experience in grant management, donor reporting, program development, or project compliance within an INGO.
Demonstrated experience developing communication products (articles, success stories, media).
Skills & Competencies
Exceptional English writing, editing, and analytical skills under tight deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project) and database software.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in dynamic environments.
Knowledge of local languages (Hausa, Kanuri, or Fulfulde) is an added advantage.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should complete the official submission form online:
Note: PUI never requests payments or financial compensation at any stage of the recruitment process. Beware of fraudulent requests.
