Finance and Administration Director, USAID Bangladesh Community Nutrition Activity

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology– creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories.

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Finance and Administration Director for an anticipated multi-year USAID Bangladesh Community Nutrition Activity. This activity aims to improve the nutrition outcomes of pregnant and lactating women, and children less than five years old in Bangladesh. The Community Nutrition Activity will also address the inequitable nutrition outcomes of the most vulnerable segments of the population through a targeted community-health system strengthening approach, which will support the country in achieving its Journey to Self-Reliance.

This position is subject to project award, funding, and USAID approval and based out of Dhaka.

JOB SUMMARY

The main function of the Finance and Administration Director will be to provide financial and administration oversight for all aspects of the project in accordance with USAID regulations. The individual will be responsible for budget forecasting, expenditure tracking, and financial analysis, as well as grant and contract management. S/he will manage, administer, and direct the control of the budget, and administrative and human resources functions. The individual will review and approve recommendations for financial planning and control and key administrative decisions, in concert with role on the senior management team. S/he will also develop and evaluate financial and operations management personnel to ensure the efficient and collaborative project support operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all financial and administrative functions of the Activity, including the management of accounting and financial transactions, financial reporting, and management of daily Activity administration

• Lead the development of administrative and operations management systems and processes required to maintain project implementation, and ensure processes are compliant with USAID policies and regulations

• Reviews, provides input, and periodically updates operations, administrative, and financial office policy and protocols.

• Develops job descriptions for operational management positions and provides direct oversight to these personnel.

• Reviews and analyzes monthly financial reports regarding budgets- actual and forecast.

• Provides recommendations on financial projects and compliances and assists with development and management of internal financial audits.

• Participates and provides financial reporting for annual budget planning, pipeline analysis, audit reviews and assessments.

• Provides leadership and technical guidance for compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Procedures (GAAP). Knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) may also be required.

• Reviews procurement requests and payment vouchers for purchasing of goods and services for program activities, ensuring that all disbursements or reimbursements are made in compliance with FHI policy and applicable to donor rules and regulations.

• Reviews security data with security manager and provide oversight and guidance in safety measures for all office staff.

• Supervises the management of the office and encourages a collaborative, cohesive working environment.

• Reviews implementing partner budgets for correctness and verify that budgets conform to FHI and donor regulations.

• Provide administrative, financial, accounting and other technical assistance as required to FHI staff and/or implementing agency staff.

• Perform other relevant duties as assigned by the Chief of Party.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor Degree or higher in management, business, accounting, finance, law, or another relevant subject.

• Minimum of ten (10) years of professional experience in the areas of finance, accounting, operations management and/or contract management

• Strong understanding of and demonstrated capacity to manage financial systems and procedures of projects valued at least $15 million or more

• Experience working in the development sector and knowledge of USG or other international donor policies and procedures and management of donor funding and projects preferred

• Strong organizational, financial reporting, management and interpersonal skills

• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, to prioritize and respond in a timely manner

• Demonstrated integrity and fidelity

• Advanced computer skills; knowledgeable in accounting software, MS Windows, Excel, and Word

• Fluency in oral and written English

• CPA Certification preferred

This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

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FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research, technology, communication and social marketing — creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries and all U.S. states and territories.

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