Head of Awards, Localisation and Partnerships

• Lead the management of all awards and partnerships within the Kenya Country Office, ensuring robust systems and controls.
• Coordinate submission of award information and documentation in a timely manner.
• Review award agreements to identify risks and participate in decision-making processes.
• Develop funding optimisation strategies with the Finance team.
• Ensure all award lifecycle processes are completed and information is accurately maintained in the Award Management System (AMS).
• Lead communication and relationship management with members and donors regarding awards.
• Coordinate award reporting processes and ensure timely, high-quality report submissions.
• Lead the implementation of the localisation strategy and embed localisation in programme design and partnership management.
• Provide capacity-building and compliance support to partners and conduct regular partner documentation checks.
• Manage and develop the Award Management Team, including performance management and capacity building.

• Bachelor's degree in International Development, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACCA, or equivalent) is highly desirable.
• At least 10 years of experience in award, grant, portfolio, or financial management, with 7 years in a senior leadership role.
• Experience managing complex, multi-donor portfolios and leading cross-functional teams.
• Proven skills in staff management, supervision, coaching, and capacity building.
• Strong knowledge of major institutional donor requirements and regulations.
• Experience developing and implementing award management systems and processes.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, facilitation, and relationship management skills.
• Strong financial management skills including budgeting and forecasting.
• Ability to identify and mitigate award-related risks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Advanced Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to field offices.
• Commitment to Save the Children's policies including Child Safeguarding and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse.
• Preferred experience includes use of Award Management System (AMS), localisation and partnership development, strategic partnerships with local NGOs and government, knowledge of Agresso/Unit4 ERP, and experience leading organisational change.

Applicants should apply through the employer's official contact. The application must be submitted by Monday, 26 October 2026. The employer has not specified additional documents to be sent.