Based in Geneva I Start asap (7 months)

Role Summary

Under the supervision of the Access to Funding Manager and with day-to-day guidance from a Lead, the Consultant will contribute to key deliverables related to funding processes and ensure that resources are allocated efficiently and in line with organizational priorities.

The role involves supporting multiple workstreams, with responsibilities shared across team members depending on workload, expertise, and priorities. Collaboration and flexibility are expected, especially during peak periods.

Key Responsibilities

Funding Request Due Diligence & Quality Assurance

• Develop and implement due diligence frameworks and screening processes to ensure compliance with eligibility and governance requirements

• Review a high volume of funding requests throughout the funding cycle and identify potential compliance risks

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure completeness, consistency, and quality of submitted documentation prior to review processes

• Escalate critical issues and contribute to internal discussions and decision-making processes

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date data, documentation, and analytical outputs related to funding requests

Grant Due Diligence & Quality Assurance

• Contribute to the development and application of due diligence processes for grant submissions

• Review grants for readiness and quality prior to approval processes, ensuring alignment with internal standards and guidelines

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (e.g., finance, legal, risk, IT) to resolve issues and ensure compliance

• Ensure adherence to timelines and key performance indicators related to grant submission processes

• Support reporting activities and maintain data accuracy across systems

Operational Coordination & Governance Support

• Support the coordination of funding and grant review processes from planning to execution

• Organize and facilitate large-scale review meetings, including agenda preparation, stakeholder communication, and documentation

• Develop presentations, dashboards, and analytical materials to support decision-making

• Contribute to investment case analysis and portfolio optimization initiatives

• Ensure effective collaboration across internal and external stakeholders

Qualifications

Essential

• University degree in public health, economics, business, law, social sciences, or a related field

• Relevant professional experience in operations, project management, or funding processes

Desirable

• Advanced degree in international development, public policy, governance, or related fields

Languages

• Fluent English required

• Additional languages (e.g. French, Spanish, Russian) are a plus

Core Competencies

• Analytical thinking

• Business understanding

• Due diligence and compliance

• Knowledge of operational policies

• Project management