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Strategic Initiatives Support Officer

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Salary
USD 37,425.91 per annum, excluding benefits
Location
Remote (Global)
Type
Contract
Deadline
22 Oct 2026
Closes today
Job Description
  • 12-month renewable contract.
  • Draft, edit and proofread funder correspondence, briefings, concept notes and other materials.
  • Support content development for concept notes and proposals for funding diversification.
  • Prepare summaries, minutes and follow-up notes from meetings and convenings.
  • Maintain knowledge resources and filing systems.
  • Maintain funder contact records and CRM databases.
  • Coordinate with fundraising consultants and prepare for funder meetings and events.
  • Support research on funding practices and ecosystem-strengthening approaches.
  • Track quarterly funder updates and flag upcoming requirements to the Advisor.
  • Maintain the Grants Management Profile and Smartsheet dashboard.
  • Coordinate report calls ahead of funder deadlines and quality-check narrative and financial reports.
  • Document grant agreements, restrictions and compliance requirements.
  • Provide logistical support for planning, budgeting, learning activities and convenings.
  • Coordinate Norad-funded and other cross-organisational grant activities.
  • Support strategy review processes and project close-out processes.
  • Contribute to knowledge management and learning initiatives.
  • Model CIVICUS values and contribute to a collaborative team culture.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in a social sciences or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
  • Excellent written and spoken English, with exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills.
  • At least 5 years of relevant experience, ideally in civil society, international development or a similar setting.
  • Ability to write clearly and persuasively for funders, policymakers and internal teams.
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail across multiple deadlines.
  • Good research and analytical skills.
  • Commitment to human rights and social justice.
  • Experience working remotely and collaboratively in a global team.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management applications.
  • Right to work in the location where you are based.
  • Desirable: experience with funder or grant reporting, knowledge of civil society and civic space issues, and knowledge of a UN language other than English.
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