Grants Manager, CSI Project Job KCB Bank

Responsibilities

Grantmaking and Portfolio Management

Grants Strategy and Design

• Develop and update the CSI grantmaking framework, eligibility criteria, and focus areas aligned to strategic priorities.
• Design thematic or open grant calls to support community, youth, and enterprise development goals.

Grant Application and Intake Management

• Manage the grant application process for both unsolicited proposals from the public and referrals submitted through KCB Group branches.
• Provide clear guidelines, application materials, and technical assistance to applicants.
• Maintain a responsive, transparent, and inclusive approach to applicant engagement.

Evaluation and Selection

• Lead the technical and financial review of grant applications, conducting due diligence and site assessments where needed.
• Coordinate review processes with internal committees, ensuring alignment with policy and funding criteria.
• Recommend grantees for approval and support contracting and onboarding.

Disbursement and Contract Management

• Draft and manage grant agreements in collaboration with legal and finance teams.
• Oversee disbursement schedules, milestone tracking, and partner compliance.

Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting

• Monitor grantee performance and progress against project goals.
• Work with M&E staff to gather data, document lessons learned and produce reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Risk and Compliance Oversight

• Ensure adherence to grant conditions, financial management standards, and reporting requirements.
• Identify and mitigate risks across the grant’s portfolio.

B Fundraising and Resource Mobilization

Proposal Development and Partner Engagement

• Develop compelling funding proposals to donors and partners to expand the CSI portfolio.
• Engage with philanthropic, bilateral, and multilateral donors for co-funding and long-term partnerships.

Donor Stewardship and Reporting

• Maintain strong relationships with funders through timely reporting, updates, and accountability processes.
• Ensure grant compliance across donor-funded projects under the CSI portfolio.

Shared Value and Strategic Alignment

Shared Value Integration

• Identify opportunities where CSI grants can create value for both communities and the Bank.
• Collaborate with KCB business units to align grants with enterprise goals.

Stakeholder Engagement and Internal Alignment

• Conduct outreach and sensitization forums with regional and branch teams to enhance visibility and uptake of CSI grants.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on how to support high-quality grant referrals and community engagement.

Qualifications

Academic & Professional

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree gained from a recognized institution.
• A master’s degree in any related field is an added advantage.

Professional Qualifications

• Community Development
• Financial Services/ Banking Experience AA

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