Grants and Compliance Manager

Company Overview
Action Against Hunger is an international humanitarian organization committed to ending world hunger. For almost 45 years, across countries, we have been working to fight undernutrition and support communities affected by crisis across the globe.

We carry out innovative, lifesaving programs in Health, Nutrition, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS), Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL), and Social Protection.

Action Against Hunger Nigeria (ACF Nigeria) LTD/GTE began operations in Nigeria in 2010 in response to the high rate of chronic malnutrition in Northern Nigeria, focusing on integrated programming. Action Against Hunger currently implements multi-sectoral humanitarian and development interventions in Northeast and Northwest Nigeria, funded by AFD, EU/ECHO, French Government, GAC, GFFO, SIDA, US Government, and WAM Foundation.

ACF Nigeria is currently looking to fill the role of Grants and Compliance Manager who will be responsible for overseeing all critical aspects of the grant cycle from pre-award to post-award including donor compliance, timely and quality reporting, internal and external coordination.

Position Details
Reporting to: Field Coordinator
Proposed start date: October 2026
Work location: Maiduguri, Borno State

Key Responsibilities:

Objective 1: Support Grants management & Compliance of ongoing program implementation
 

• Ensure that reports (internal and external) are submitted on time and are coherent and accurately written (Biweekly, APRs, quarterly, interim and/or final report)
• Support the Field Coordinator for the collection and dissemination of various contributions from the Project Managers, review and validation by Abuja technical team, dissemination and filing of the validated report
• Maintain hard and soft files of ACF Nigeria grant portfolio documents (from inception to closure)
• Play a key role in Grant Opening and Closing meetings preparation and implementation, as well as monthly/regular grants management meetings which include representation from each unit (Admin, programs, logistics, security and M&E), compile action points and ensure proper follow-up of issues raised
• Monitor and support the use of grants management tools such as the detailed implementation tool, M&E plan, PFU and BFU amongst program teams to ensure accurate tracking of implementation and timely alerts to potential challenges/obstacles
• Support in project implementation and development, including making inputs in the area of risk management, quality of implementation, analysis of challenges faced during implementation, and working with various program teams and key stakeholders to resolve problems in a timely, cost-efficient, and effective manner
• In coordination with the grant Head and deputy head of department, monitor implementation of programs to ensure they are in accordance with donor and ACF internal requirements. Must develop extensive understanding of donor rules for project under implementation and guide project manager in the reading of the relevant donor rules

Objective 2: Information management/data collection and implementation of quality controls
 

• To distribute and share with all ACF staff copies of all documentation (grant proposals, Donor rules, ACF relevant guidelines, reports, budget etc.) related to their specific programs
• Ensure comprehensive grant files are maintained up to date and are available for use (same docs as above)
• To act as an information resource on Borno. In connection with the Field Coordinator, be able to provide informative and varied articles from several sources regarding the current political, socio-economic, security situation in the country. Build a dedicated file to centralize all relevant information on Borno context evolution and development (including Gov and LGA policies, strategies and development plans, resources produced by academics)
• Provide briefing papers and support development of external communication tools as relevant for donor and relevant stakeholders’ visits/meetings on ACF Nigeria programs in Borno

Objective 3: Support in the ongoing context analysis and scenario planning, risk analysis and advocacy initiatives
 

• Participate in all internal program strategy meetings with senior management team in Borno state
• Support field level project proposals development requirements for the ACF Nigeria Borno Program under the supervision of the Field Coordinator.
• Develop stakeholders mapping for each project, notes on advocacy primary and secondary targets (organogram of various institutions and influential members), develop, and follow up implementation of engagement strategies (reports to external stakeholders, advocacy initiatives…)
• Support to produce bi-annual context review document, scenario planning and Contingency plan review/building.

Mission 4- Support ACF external representation and lead partnership development opportunities:
 

• Where necessary, support the Field Coordinator in the external representation of ACF and the coordination with government authorities at local, national and state levels (NEMA and SEMA), NGOs and UN agencies; give regular updates to the main stakeholders as necessary
• Ensure that relevant stakeholders have a clear understanding of ACF charter, background, program objectives and activities in the field
• Develop and manage relationships with local NGOs, CBOs, CSOs and academia to support the development of new programming. Act as focal person for those partnership development and management (from selection process to supervision)

Position Requirements:
 

• Bachelor of Arts or Science/Bac+4 (or higher) in International Development, Social Studies, Economics, Humanitarian Assistance, Rural Development, Geography, Agriculture, Livestock or related studies
• Minimum 2 years of work experience in a similar setting and responsibility
• Minimum 2 years’ humanitarian experience

At Action Against Hunger, we foster a work culture that champions diversity, equity and inclusion.  We are committed to creating an environment where every employee feels valued, respected and empowered to thrive

Application Deadline:
Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 05:00 pm (Nigerian Time)

Important Notice:
Action Against Hunger does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process – this includes application, interview, or processing fees.

Our Commitment:
We are dedicated to preventing all forms of unwanted behavior in the workplace, including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity, and financial misconduct.  We are equally committed to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people and adults. We prioritize hiring individuals who embody and uphold our core values.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Action Against Hunger is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or genetic information.
Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Recruitment Process:
All shortlisted candidates will undergo thorough reference and background checks, and are expected to adhere to organizational standards and principles.


Employee Benefits Include (but are not limited to):

• 100% health care coverage
• Free and direct access to Talent Soft e-learning platform
• Maternity or Paternity leave
• Compassionate leave for a hospitalized child
• Creche facilities for babies

Application Instructions:
All applicants MUST answer every question in the application form. Incomplete applications will not be considered.