Grants Manager - National Position

Malteser International (MI) is the international humanitarian relief agency of the Sovereign Order of Malta. For over 60 years we provide relief and recovery for people during and following conflicts and disasters around the world. Christian values and humanitarian principles form the foundations of our work. In over 30 countries in Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe and the Middle East, we support people in need – regardless of their religion, origin or political convictions.

The Malteser International team provides technical guidance and oversees the management and administration of the partner-implemented projects in Syria. MI is responsible for the procurement of the main medical supplies, the reporting and application, as well as the quality assurance. In addition to implementing humanitarian and transitional aid projects, Malteser International´s strategic objective is to strengthen civil society structures in Syria. Malteser International focuses on Syria in the sectors of health, livelihoods, protection, and social cohesion.

For its work in Damascus, Syria, Malteser International is looking for a Grants Manager – National Position.

As the Grants Manager, you will play a pivotal role in promoting Malteser International’s humanitarian efforts in Syria by facilitating strategic resource mobilization and engaging with donors. You will collaborate closely with senior management, program teams, and HQ staff to develop high-quality projects and drive the organization's overall growth.

Your responsibilities:

Analyze donor and government priorities and identify relevant funding opportunities at the country level
Contribute to the design, development, and planning of new projects in line with MI’s strategy for Syria
Lead and coordinate proposal development processes, including narrative drafting and budget design, in coordination with relevant departments and HQ
Ensure compliance with donor requirements, organizational standards, and technical minimum standards throughout proposal development and reporting
Oversee timely, accurate, and compliant donor reporting and support documentation for monitoring and audits
Strengthen internal coordination and build staff capacity on grant management and donor compliance requirements
Support external representation and engagement with donors, partners, and relevant stakeholders

Your profile:

University degree or equivalent professional experience, with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience in the humanitarian sector, particularly with NGOs
Proven experience in grants management, donor compliance, and project cycle management, including reporting, budgeting, and coordination with partners
Strong knowledge of major institutional donors’ requirements (e.g., DG ECHO, OCHA, GFFO, BMZ) and monitoring, accountability, and compliance systems
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with Arabic as a native language, and demonstrated ability to produce high-quality reports
Strong leadership, coordination, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently, under pressure, and manage multiple priorities
Advanced computer skills, particularly in Excel, and experience in remote coordination and support to field-based teams
Commitment to humanitarian principles and alignment with Malteser International’s values, mission, and policies

What we offer:

Start Date: ASAP
Duty Station: Syria - Damascus - with travels to project/program locations
Duration of contract: 4 Months with possibility of extension
Salary according to qualification and experience, insurance package

Working for Malteser International

Malteser is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all people, regardless of gender, confession or origin.

Malteser International is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment and has specific policies on this commitment (including a Code of Conduct) which outlines the expected behaviour and the responsibility of all staff, consultants and other organisational representatives. Malteser International conducts reference and background checks for all staff (including criminal records check for specific roles). Any candidate offered a job with Malteser International will be expected to sign MI’s Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these document

Whether you work as a specialist on overseas service or in one of our regional offices - we offer you a challenging working environment in an experienced international team. More than 1,000 national and international staff are currently deployed in various crisis and disaster areas around the world as well as in our regional offices in Cologne and New York City. For more information please have a look here.

How to apply:

If you are interested in this position, please apply online at our job portal. Kindly submit your extensive application (CV, letter of motivation, copies of diplomas and three professional references) until January 23, 2026.

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