IRC Grants and Partnerships Coordinator Job in Bamako, Mali (Malian Nationals)

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The International Rescue Committee seeks a Grants and Partnerships Coordinator in Bamako, Mali. National candidates only. Apply by 30 November 2026.

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Overview

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is hiring a Grants and Partnerships Coordinator (Coordonnateur/Coordinatrice des Subventions et Partenariats) for its Mali programme.

The job is based in Bamako, with regular travel to IRC field bases in Mali. The coordinator manages proposals, grants, sub-grants and partnerships, and supervises a team of three.

The post is open to national candidates only. The job advert is written in French, and the role needs both French and English.

Deadline: 30 November 2026 (no closing time given; the online posting runs to 1 December). IRC may close the advert early if it finds suitable candidates, so apply soon.

Requirements

Required

Open to national (Malian) candidates.
Master's degree in international development, social sciences or equivalent.
At least 5 years of experience in a grants coordination role, preferably with an international NGO in emergency or humanitarian work.
Advanced writing and editing in English and French, with at least 3 years writing reports and proposals for donors such as the US government and European donors.
Experience submitting proposals in consortiums, as lead or partner.
Knowledge of major donor rules (ECHO, Sida, FCDO, EU, US government, UN agencies, World Bank) and proven experience with major proposals or grant compliance.
Proven experience working with donors, and leading and supervising teams.
Strong organisation, time management, analysis and interpersonal skills.
Good Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and email skills.
Fluent spoken and written English and French.

Preferred (an advantage)

Specialisation in health, nutrition, protection, education, WASH, governance, economic recovery or emergency response.
Past work in Africa, ideally in conflict or post-conflict settings.
Previous work with IRC is valued.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate IRC Mali's proposal and concept note processes with programme, finance and operations teams.
Help find new funding, strengthen donor relationships and update the country business development strategy.
Coordinate the grants portfolio and make sure IRC and donor rules are followed.
Review donor reports for accuracy and quality, and make sure they are sent on time.
Manage sub-grants and partners under IRC's PEERS system, from start-up to close-out.
Represent IRC in donor meetings and coordination forums when asked.
Work with communications staff on fact sheets, brochures and success stories.
Supervise and coach two grants managers and one partnerships manager, and train programme staff on donor compliance.

How to Apply for the IRC Grants and Partnerships Coordinator Job in Mali

Open the official job posting on the IRC careers site (Apply Now link below).
Click Apply and create an account or sign in.
Upload your CV, a cover letter, a copy of your national ID card, copies of your diplomas and certificates, and your work certificates (attestations de travail), as the advert asks.
Submit your application by 30 November 2026.

IRC may close the advert before the deadline if it finds strong candidates.

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About the International Rescue Committee

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is one of the world's largest international humanitarian NGOs. It was founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein and works in more than 40 countries and 29 US cities.

IRC opened its Mali programme in 2012. It works in the north, centre and south of Mali on child protection, education, economic wellbeing, nutrition, health, and water and sanitation.

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Opportunities at a Glance

Organisation

International Rescue Committee (IRC), Mali Country Programme

Location

Bamako

Type

Full time