JOB ADVERTISEMENT

Job Title

Grant and Business Development

Organization

Academy for Peace and Development (APD)

Location

Hargeisa, Somaliland

Employment Type

Full-Time

Working Hours

8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Sunday to Thursday (5 working days per week).

Contract Duration

Initial one year contract, renewable subject to performance and funding availability.

Probationary Period

3 months

Application Deadline

Saturday, 25 July 2026 at 3:00 PM East Africa Time (EAT)

About APD

Established in 1998 in Hargeisa, Somaliland, the Academy for Peace and Development (APD) is a non-governmental organization committed to promoting peace, good governance, democratization, and sustainable development. Our mission is to contribute to Somaliland’s state and peace-building process through research, education, and dialogue.

APD particularly welcomes applications from candidates who demonstrate commitment to peacebuilding, inclusion, and community-centered development.

Purpose of the Position

The Grant and Business Development will be responsible for leading and coordinating all aspects of grants and business development efforts at APD, from identifying funding opportunities and developing proposals to ensuring post-award compliance, reporting, and close-out. The role aims to ensure effective resource mobilization, full donor compliance, and alignment of grants with APD’s strategic objectives.

The Grant and Business Development will report directly to the Executive Director and Program Director.

Key Responsibilities

·         Identify and track funding opportunities from bilateral and multilateral donors, foundations, and other funding partners.

·         Lead the proposal writing process, including drafting narratives, logical frameworks, and budgets in collaboration with the finance team.

·         Serve as the focal point for all awarded grants, ensuring compliance with donor regulations, contractual obligations, and APD policies.

·         Work closely with the Finance Department to ensure accurate budgeting, financial reporting, and cost eligibility.

·         Ensure all donor reporting deadlines are strictly met.

·         Act as a key liaison with donors on grant-related matters, including clarifications, amendments, audits, and grant negotiations.

·         Maintain grant tracking systems and ensure proper documentation and record keeping.

·         Support project teams to ensure grant implementation aligns with donor requirements and organizational priorities.

·         Contribute to resource mobilization strategies and partnership development initiatives.

Required Qualifications and Experience

·         An advanced university degree in Development Studies, International Relations, Public Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field.

·         Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive experience in grant management and proposal development within LNGOs, INGOs, development organizations, or international institutions.

·         Proven experience managing grants from institutional donors, including UN agencies, bilateral donors, foundations, and international partners.

·         Strong understanding of donor compliance requirements, financial rules, and reporting obligations.

·         Demonstrated experience in proposal writing, budgeting, and donor engagement.

·         Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

·         Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Equal Opportunity Employment

APD is committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons. We prohibit discrimination based on gender, age, ethnicity, religion, political affiliation, disability, or other protected characteristics.

Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply and will be given strong consideration during the recruitment process as part of APD’s commitment to increasing women’s representation in leadership and technical roles.

Both internal and external candidates are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following documents:

·         Updated CV

·         Cover letter

·         Copies of academic certificates

·         Contact details for two professional references

All applications should be submitted to:

Email: [email protected]

[email protected]

Subject Line: Application –Grant and Business Development

Important Notes

·         Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

·         All received applications are non-returnable.

·         References and employment history will be verified prior to appointment.

·         APD reserves the right not to fill the position or to re-advertise if necessary.