Contracts Manager

Tetra Tech International Development (http://tetratechintdev.com) is accepting applications from qualified candidates with experience managing USAID contracts, for the role of Contracts, Manager (CM) with a focus on providing contracting, subcontracting and procurement support. This position is preferably based in Arlington, Virginia, or Burlington, Vermont, with consideration of remote work from US-based locations.

CMs support project implementation with emphasis on contract and subcontract compliance at various points throughout the business cycle. CMs bring rigor and discipline to managing contracts and procurement through standardized systems and tools that facilitate the achievement of technical objectives. The CMs report to the Director of Contracts, Grants, and Procurement (CGP) or Senior CGP Manager, and work closely with home and field office project management teams and project support services. Please note that this hire is contingent upon future contract wins, and not for immediate placement.

Responsibilities:

* Provide contractual support and guidance to a long-term portfolio of projects.

* Support project implementation by providing resources, tools, and solutions to complex regulatory challenges.

* Collaborate with the CGP team on designing and delivering trainings on USG rules and regulations for home office and field staff.

*Provide support to projects in interpreting contract requirements, reviewing local subcontracts, local procurement packages and legally binding documents, requesting necessary waivers and approvals and documenting contract compliance.

* Serve as Subject Matter Expert for the interpretation of, and adherence to, client rules and regulations.

* Negotiate, prepare, and administer subcontracts and letters of authorization and modifications to US-based companies on projects with oversight and approval from the Director of CGP or Sr. CGP Manager.

* For subcontracts paid from the home office, track subcontract spending and obligated funding and review, approve and code their invoices for accounts payable.

*Stay abreast of USG rules and regulations applicable to the management of contract and procurement (FAR, AIDAR, ADS, CFR).

* Complementary support and expertise as deemed appropriate and necessary.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role, responsible for contracts or procurement, with preference being experience with USAID funded work but will also consider other international donor-funded programs.
• High proficiency in USG rules and regulations (FAR & AIDAR).
• Ability to travel internationally up to 25% of time.
• Long-term contracts field experience highly desired.
• Outstanding capacity building and training skills.
• Fluency in a second language highly desirable.
• Excellent track record of facilitating solutions to project challenges.
• Exceptional interpersonal and intercultural communication skills with internal and external clients.
• Excellent information management skills, with very strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Financial and budgeting experience and experience working with audits desirable.
• High proficiency in MS Office suite and databases.
• Strong sense of team, a positive attitude, and excellent problem-solving skills
• U.S. work authorization required.