Grants Officer Job Egerton University

Job Title: Grants Officer

Date Posted: 20/07/2026

Job Type: Full Time

Employer: Egerton University

Industry: Project Management

Salary: Open

Location: Nakuru

Country: Kenya

Deadline: 31/07/2026

Summary:

Project Management Jobs. Egerton University Jobs. Looking for a project management job in Kenya? Egerton University is hiring a Grants Officer to coordinate grant-funded projects and ensure successful implementation of funded programmes. The role is based in Nakuru and experience in project management is required.

Reporting to Director, Research and Extension, the Grants Officer will strengthen Egerton University’s capacity for resource mobilization, grants acquisition, and grants management by coordinating pre-award and post-award grant processes, ensuring donor compliance, supporting academic staff in proposal development, and contributing to the achievement of the University Strategic Plan.

Qualifications

Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications and requirements:

• Master’s degree in Project Management, Economics, Business Administration, Finance, Development Studies, or a related field.
• At least three (3) years’ experience in grants management, research administration, or donor-funded project coordination in an international organization
• Demonstrated experience in proposal development and donor reporting in an international organization
• Familiarity with national and international research funders (NRF, EU, USAID, World Bank, Foundations)
• Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, track, and disseminate funding opportunities from national, regional, and international donors.
• Support academic and administrative staff in concept note and proposal development.
• Coordinate proposal reviews to ensure compliance with donor and university requirements.
• Assist in developing competitive technical narratives and grant budgets.
• Maintain a database of funding opportunities and submitted proposals. 2. Grants Management and Compliance (Post-Award)
• Develop and update grant management guidelines, templates, and standard operating procedures.
• Ensure compliance with donor, government, and university financial and ethical regulations.
• Monitor grant performance against approved work plans and budgets.
• Maintain accurate records of grants, funding amounts, and project status.
• Prepare periodic institutional reports on grants performance and funding trends.
• Support visibility of funded projects through institutional communication channels

How to Apply

The applicants should apply through the recruitment portal https://recruitment.egerton.ac.ke and send a soft copy (running PDF file) of the application to: applications.afp@egerton.ac.ke

Hard copies of the applications will not be accepted.

Egerton University is an equal-opportunity employer. Women, marginalized and persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to comply with Chapter six (6) of the Constitution.

The application letters should be addressed to:

**The Deputy Vice Chancellor

Administration, Finance and Planning

Egerton University

P. O. Box 536-20**