Finance and Operations Director | Washington DC | 2022

Chemonics seeks a Finance and Operations Director for the anticipated five-year USAID Prevention of Malaria through Vector Control based in Washington, DC. This program aims to support the U.S. President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI), as well as U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Missions and Bureaus with malaria programs, in planning and implementing entomological monitoring, indoor residual spraying (IRS) and insecticide-treated mosquito net (ITN) programs and other proven, life-saving malaria vector control interventions with the overall goal of ending malaria faster. and with an emphasis on strengthening health systems and building capacity. The Finance and Operations Director is responsible for ensuring overall project financial management and budgeting and efficient operations, including but not limited to procurement, logistics, compliance, and overall supervision of operations. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide financial oversight to the project including tracking core and field support obligations from multiple funding accounts in close coordination with USAID/PMI management teams in Washington and in the field;
• Coordinate and direct all administrative support for program implementation including setting up and closing out field offices;
• Develop and submit financial reports to USAID/PMI and provide financial guidance and oversight to country activities including developing budgets;
• Serve as central point for coordination and communication within the project and with USAID/PMI for planning, human resources, agreements, and budgets;
• As the need arises, oversee core-funded activities and/or field support activities. This may include, but is not limited to, coordinating with partners implementing activities, overseeing project management staff, and liaising with Chemonics’ home office support departments;
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in finance, project management, economic development, health or related discipline required;
  • At least eight years of experience in financial and operational management, including but not limited to finance, procurement, logistics, compliance, and/or overall operational supervision, of large-scale, complex, international development assistance programs.
  • Demonstrated strong skills in financial management and operations procedures and policies, procurement/subcontracting, compliance, and human resources;
  • Familiarity with Chemonics’ systems and processes;
  • Ability to effectively supervise local and international staff;
  • Ability to work with cooperating partners in implementing complex programs;
  • Strong interpersonal, written and oral communications skills;
  • Effective English oral and written communication skills is required.
  • Proficiency in USAID regulations, including FAR and ADS.

Application instructions:

Please apply to the following position by June 6th, 2022:

https://ghdrecruit.formstack.com/forms/program_director_malaria_vc_copy_copy

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