Subaward Associate At Technical Advice Connect LTD/GTE (TAConnect)

The scope of work (SOW) sets forth the services to be provided by the Subaward Associate to Technical Advice Connect LTD/GTE (TAConnect), a non-profit organization registered and based in Nigeria, with the mandate to strengthen health system and quality of service delivery.

TAConnect is implementing a multi-year maternal and newborn health system strengthening project in Borno and Gombe States, with the goal of reducing maternal and newborn mortality. The program focuses on strengthening health facilities’ capacity to provide quality Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care (EmONC), improving demand and access to skilled delivery, deploying digital and interoperable systems for data-driven decision-making.

Position Title: Subaward Associate
Job Cadre: Associate
Type of Employment: Full time (2 years, renewable, subject to funding)
Organization: TAConnect, Nigeria
No. of Positions: 1
Location: Abuja, Nigeria

Job Description

The Grants Associate will be responsible for supporting the Subaward Manager in managing the operational aspects of subawards solicited and issued by TAConnect. S/he will work under the TAConnect Subaward Manager and will work closely with other TAConnect staff. He/She will also ensure adherence to TAConnects’ policies and donor regulations in the states.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions):

Sub Awards Management

• Participate in the development of the overall programmatic strategy and the strategy for the subawards program, which includes both grants and subcontracts.
• Participate in the design of new initiatives that require partnership strategies and manage the relationships with prospective partners.
• Maintain the online Subaward Management workflow process and document repository –
• update the system, tools, and workflows as necessary.
• Support the  competitive processes in accordance with the TAConnect Subaward Manual that clearly defines and communicates steps for selecting, negotiating, and awarding subawards.
• Support the Subaward Manager in the review of subaward applicants’ budgets and budget
• narratives for completeness, cost realism, and compliance with budget requirements.
• Support the pre-award financial review and other due diligence of apparently successful applicants.
• Work closely with sub-recipient organizations to ensure they are complying with the terms, conditions, deliverables, and expectations of their subaward agreements.
• Visit sub-recipients and produce regular monitoring visit reports.
• Follow up on all subaward compliance issues and audits and document resolutions.
• Maintain subaward files in accordance with the applicable policies and procedures.
• Process sub-recipient payments and reconcile subaward financial tracking to general ledger reports.
• Support the subaward financial close-outs, including ensuring that all requirements of the subaward agreement have been met and that subaward funds have been properly settled.
• Support the program team with assessing sub-recipient organizational needs, so that the subaward process strengthens the ability of local NGOs/CSOs to meet world-class standards.

Partnership & Partner Capacity Building

• Support in providing strategic program guidance and technical support for subaward capacity building through the provision of support to partner organizations as required and in coordination with the relevant program team.
• Support in the conduct of the capacity assessment of identified organizations using
• TAConnect’s MCAT tool and using findings, support partner organizations to create capacity development plans.
• Support trainings to build partner capacity and technical competencies.
• Support peer-to-peer knowledge sharing and peer mentorship opportunities, including field site visits and learning events.
• Work closely with consortium-level sub-recipient organizations to ensure they are managing subawards in accordance with their agreements.

Compliance

• Ensure that subawards are executed in alignment with the prime award agreement and the applicable donor regulations, staying abreast of changes in the regulatory environment related to donor/grant compliance.
• Work with program teams to ensure that program activities are designed to be compliant while facilitating the achievement of the program objectives.
• Provide regular compliance guidance and consultations to sub-recipients on a demand-driven basis.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field of Social Science, Management, or Finance is required.
• At least 2 years of relevant field or management experience in complex, multi-dimensional programming including administering small subawards in an international environment.
• At least 2 years of work experience in grants & sub-grant management is required. Understanding of multiple donor compliance frameworks is strongly preferred including but not limited to the Gates Foundation, Global Fund, FCDO, and/or EU regulations preferred.
• Demonstrated experience and skill with administrating solicitations for subawards and assessing potential sub-recipients.
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritization skills.
• Excellent oral and written English skills are required.
• Advanced computer skills in MS Office programs, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work effectively with an ethnically diverse team in a sensitive environment.

Supervision

The Subaward Associate will report directly to the Subaward Manager.

Working Conditions/Duration of Assignment

This is a full-time position, based in Abuja, Nigeria.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should apply by sending their updated Resume, and their Cover Letter detailing their interest in the position to hr@taconnect-ng.org  using the Job Title “Subaward Associate” as the subject.  All applications should be sent on or before 11:59 PM Nigerian Time, 14^th October 2025. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; therefore, early submission is advised. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.