Lead Grants Administration Consultant

About the role

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) seeks a Lead Grants Administration Consultant to coordinate a team of Local Grants Administration Consultants in Kyrgyzstan. The role supports the 1+1 Matching Grants Programme, ensuring grant‑related procurement and documentation comply with IOM procedures.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise three Local Grants Administration Consultants covering Osh, Jalal‑Abad and Batken oblasts.
• Coordinate vendor identification, documentation collection, procurement, delivery and verification for grant beneficiaries.
• Review, consolidate and submit procurement and grant administration documents in line with IOM financial policies.
• Ensure compliance with IOM procurement and financial procedures and collect required reporting documents.
• Collaborate closely with IOM’s National Project Team, Resource Management Unit and Head of Office.

Required profile

• University degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Development Studies or a related field.
• Minimum five years of experience in project/grant administration, finance, procurement or vendor management.
• Proven experience coordinating or supervising field‑based staff or consultants.
• Familiarity with IOM procurement policies (highly desirable) and experience with donor‑funded projects.
• Experience working directly with small businesses, entrepreneurs or local suppliers is an advantage.
• Strong organisational and interpersonal abilities to manage multiple activities and deadlines.
• Fluency in Kyrgyz and Russian; English knowledge is an advantage.