Director of Operations & Finance – El Salvador

Overview

Position Location: El Salvador

Background: Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 25 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

Project Summary: The USAID-funded El Salvador Local Governance Activity will aim to support local governance in municipal consolidation, municipal financial sustainability, citizen engagement, improved service delivery (including safety and security) and address climate change and urbanization challenges.

Position Summary: Creative Associates seeks a Director of Operations and Finance for the anticipated USAID-funded El Salvador Local Governance Activity. The Director of Operations and Finance will be responsible for providing overall financial management and administrative oversight.

Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities:

• Ensure streamlined operations systems and financial management procedures in line with Creative and donor rules and regulations.
• * Ensure that the operational policies, including field operations management guideinventory, fleet management, and IT are in place, compliant with project and donor policies, and implemented effectively.
• * Oversee the procurement of goods and services for the office per Creative’s policy.
• * Ensure that the project meets all USAID contractual requirements and ensure compliance with USAID policies and regulations.
• * Provide financial oversight, including the maintenance and monitoring of the project budget.
• * Manage financial systems, files, and maintain Creative’s online accounting system.
• * Liaise between Creative Associates’ field and headquarters offices regarding all program financial matters and all internal or external audit requests, as needed.
• * Participate in ongoing analysis, forecasting and review of project expenses.
• * Manages and oversees staff responsible for arranging travel and logistics for staff and oversees organization of workshops.
• * Oversee the management of project’s assets, safeguarding of inventory and IT equipment, transport and vehicle management and maintenance of office premises.
• * Prepare monthly field expense reports and report monthly expenses to HQ Offices.
• * Responsible for program compliance with USG rules and regulations, and Creative policies and procedures.
• * Provide operational and financial training and guidance to project staff, grantees, local partners, and beneficiaries, as needed.
• * Respond to requests from USAID and supervisors as needed.
• * Travel as needed to ensure smooth and harmonized operations and financial processes, providing management support as necessary.
• Qualifications

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in project management, business management, administration, accounting, financial management, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• * Minimum of 6 years of relevant work experience, including at least 4 years of supervisory experience.
• * Experience with USAID project finances and budgeting (preferred) or similar work for other donors/U.S. Government agencies.
• * Knowledge of operating procedures and security considerations in complex environments.
• * Previous experience working with USAID strongly desired, or similar work for other donors/U.S. Government agencies.
• * Demonstrated leadership skills and experience working in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams.
• * Experience working in El Salvador or the LAC region highly preferred.
• * Fluency in English required. Professional fluency in written and spoken Spanish is required.
• Position contingent upon donor funding.
• Only finalists will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
• Creative Associates International Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran.
• PI237367191

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