Chemonics seeks an operations manager for the anticipated USAID-funded Transition Initiatives for Stabilization Plus (TISplus) program. TISplus aims to increase Somalia's stability through participatory processes that promote good governance and community cohesion. As Somalia looks to move from crisis and stabilization to medium- and longer-term development, USAID, through TISplus, will implement quick-impact stabilization activities to support nascent government infrastructure and mitigate the impact of an insurgency in parts of South Central Somalia. We anticipate that all TISplus offices and staff will be able to be located safely in Somalia. Applicants should be aware that locations could include Somaliland, Puntland, or Mogadishu. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.
Responsibilities include:
- Direct all operations including administration, logistics, procurement, budgeting, financial, property, and database oversight
- Ensure implementation is in accordance with USAID regulations and procedures and contract specifications, including monitoring grant implementation and grantee worthiness, ensuring fair and transparent procurement processes that are perceived as such by beneficiary communities, and reviewing financial management
- Supervise daily financial operations, including cash flow management, time sheet recording; report to USAID on the financial aspects of the TISplus activity; and monitor obligations, budgets, and expenditures daily
- Handle all human resource issues, supervise day-to-day implementation of grants , and investigate and identify new ways to achieve efficiencies
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required; advanced degree preferred
- Three to five years of relevant experience on donor-funded activities in a related role and with some demonstrated supervisory experience
- Experience with grants or small grants under contract activities
- Prior experience in security-challenged environments
- Fluency in USAID's policies and procedures with regard to financial management, financial reporting, procurement processes, systems, and grants management
- Experience working in East Africa and on rapid transition activities in insecure environments or closed societies (or both) is desirable
- Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing is necessary
How to apply:
Send electronic submissions to tisplusrecruit@chemonics.com by November 30, 2014. Please include "Operations Manager" in the subject line. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.
In addition, please download and complete Chemonics’ equal employment opportunity self-identification formand submit it separately to EEOselfidentify@chemonics.comwith only "TISPlus-Somalia-Operations Manager" in the subject line. If you prefer not to disclose your sex, race, or ethnicity, you may check “I do not wish to complete the information requested.” Thank you for completing the form and supporting our equal employment opportunity reporting requirements.
Chemonics is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age, or other legally protected characteristics.
