Senior Program Manager-Central and West Aftica

 

Location:  Washington , DC  

Sector:  Non Profit 

Organization URL: http://www.ndi.org

Experience:  Advanced  

Date Posted  Dec-8-2011 

Description

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The National Democratic Institute for International Affairs (NDI) seeks a seasoned Senior Program Manager with strong staff and program management and writing skills to support the Institute’s democratic development programs in Central and West Africa. The position will be based in Washington, D.C.  The Senior Program Manager will contribute to the planning, implementation and evaluation of democratic development projects in various African countries.

Background

To assist African countries develop and sustain democratic institutions and processes, NDI conducts programs in support of electoral processes, political parties, increased citizen involvement in political processes and effective legislatures.  The Institute also promotes the political participation of women, youth and other marginalized groups.
 

Qualifications

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• Provide team leadership in day-to-day management of assigned country portfolios.
• Design and oversee the implementation of program activities and monitor compliance with NDI procedures and donor requirements.
• Contribute to the planning, design and evaluation of NDI’s projects for the region in collaboration with other staff, experts and external resource persons.
• Monitor program budgets and provide a full, accurate and timely accounting of all program funds.
• Write and/or edit proposals, concept papers and reports.
• Supervise, guide and mentor team members.
• Interface with functional or regional staff on behalf of the team.
• Interview and recruit staff as needed (e.g. approve job descriptions, develop short-lists and conduct interviews).
• Serve as a “high-level” NDI representative at local and international conferences and meetings and assist with NDI’s public outreach as needed.
• Cultivate collaborative relationships with international democratic development organizations, political party networks, program partners and NDI’s network of volunteer trainers and experts.
• Monitor political events in assigned countries.
• Travel to Central and West Africa as needed to assess political development and new opportunities and/or contribute to program implementation and evaluation of current projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in political science, international relations, law, international development or related subject; graduate degree preferred.
• A minimum of ten (10) years relevant work experience in areas such as international development, program management and organizational development. Additional years of relevant work experience may be substituted for educational requirement.
• Exceptional writing skills to effectively write clear and concise proposals and reports.
• Strong managerial and interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity to effectively interact with staff and current and potential donors. 

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Nigeria: Director of Finance and Administration

 

Location:  Abuja, Nigeria 

Sector:  Non Profit 

Organization URL: http://www.ndi.org

Experience:  Advanced  

Date Posted  Dec-8-2011 

Description

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The National Democratic Institute for International Affairs (NDI) seeks a Resident Director of Finance and Administration (DFA) to manage the financial, administrative and logistical aspects of NDI’s program in Nigeria, as well as to oversee the Institute’s multiple subgrant awards. The DFA will be supported by finance, subgrants, administration, and logistics staff. The DFA will be based in Abuja, Nigeria and will report to the Resident Director, with close communication with DC-based finance and administrative teams.

Qualifications

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Finance

• Provide oversight of financial operations in the field for a multi-million-dollar USAID-funded program;
• Manage all aspects of accounting for the Nigeria field office, including the direct supervision of accounting staff;
• Monitor program expenditures, including monthly field expenses in the range of $150,000 to $300,000, and report on financial results and cost projections to senior management in Nigeria and Washington, DC;
• Improve existing accounting and financial systems in consultation with the management teams in Nigeria and Washington, DC;
• Oversee the disbursement of over $1.5 million in subgrants to local civil society organizations;

• Train and mentor NDI’s Abuja-based accountants on NDI’s policies and procedures, donor grant compliance requirements, and internal controls;
• Oversee compliance with internal controls and accounting procedures;
• Ensure that all financial and accounting reports are prepared and submitted in a timely manner;
• Provide recommendations for budget realignments and no-cost extensions; and
• Review and account for procurement transactions to ensure adequate supporting documents and fairness in costings.

Administration

• Support the Resident Director in coordinating day-to-day internal operations of the NDI-Nigeria office;
• Liaise with NDI’s DC-based Central and West Africa and administrative teams to ensure all significant administrative issues are addressed and resolved in a timely manner;
• Provide guidance and counsel to international and local staff on administrative and human resource matters in consultation with DC-based human resources staff;
• Ensure compliance with national laws and NDI and donor administrative and reporting requirements, as well as appropriate implementation of field office policies;
• Improve and implement administrative and human resources systems, in consultation with Abuja-based senior management and relevant DC-based staff;
• Supervise administrative and support personnel;
• Regularly review security plans and adapt NDI’s practices and profile as necessary;
• Serve as a point of contact for security issues for NDI-Nigeria;
• Work with Abuja-based senior management to determine current and projected recruitment needs and assist in hiring, training and supervising local staff;
• Contribute to the appraisal of employee performance, address complaints, and resolve problems; and
• Act as back-up to the Resident Director in her/his absence.

 

Subgrants Management

• Review subgrant budgets and proposals and evaluate subgrantees’ financial systems and internal controls to assess risks and develop appropriate monitoring procedures, in consultation with DC-based subgrant staff;
• Monitor and ensure timely submission of accurate reports by the subgrant recipients; and
• Determine needs and design training modules for training subgrant recipients in record keeping, donor compliance, and generally accepted accounting principles.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in finance, accounting, business administration, and/or a related field;
• Minimum of fourteen (14) years’ experience in financial management, accounting, grant management, and administration, preferably for an international NGO working with USAID funding;
• Thorough knowledge of budgeting, budget oversight, generally accepted accounting principles, and the practical application of financial systems;
• Previous experience with international grants administration preferred;
• Proven ability to design and implement accounting systems suitable to a challenging and volatile environment with unreliable and sometimes nonexistent infrastructure;
• High level of attention to detail in all aspects of work;
• Cultural sensitivity in working with US and international staff;
• Ability to train and mentor the professional development of local staff;
• Strong written and verbal communications skills in English;
• Ability to work collaboratively with Washington-based program, accounting and HR staff as well as program staff in Nigeria;
• Experience with accounting software such as Quicken, word processing, and spreadsheet (Microsoft Word and Excel preferred). Experience with database creation and management;
• Ability to apply discretion and maintain confidential information;
• Ability to analyze and interpret governmental and organizational rules and regulations, including OMB Circulars A-110, A-122 and A-133; and
• Experience working outside the US preferred.

To apply, please visit our website atwww.ndi.org

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Deputy Chief of Party/Civil Society Capacity Development Specialist, Middle East

 

Location:  Iraq 

Sector:  Non Profit 

Organization URL: http://www.acdivoca.org

Experience:  Advanced  

Last Date To Apply  Feb-6-2012 

Date Posted  Dec-7-2011 

Description

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Since 1963 and in 145 countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development and food security to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. ACDI/VOCA currently has approximately 90 projects in 40 countries and revenues of $140 million.

Deputy Chief of Party/Civil Society Capacity Development Specialist, Middle East

We are currently seeking a Deputy Chief of Party for an upcoming multiyear USAID-funded civil society program in the Middle East. The project’s primary focus will be to engage local civil society organizations and other key stakeholders to increase local ownership and capacity for self-directed, sustainable development and effective governance. The position is contingent on ACDI/VOCA being awarded the program.

Responsibilities:

• Provide programmatic guidance on the design and implementation of civil society strengthening opportunities.
• Provide management support to the Chief of Party, as needed.
• Lead strategic planning and prepare detailed reports and work plans.
• Incorporate gender considerations in all programming.
• Develop methodologies and tools based upon targeted strategies for building capacities of civil society actors (policy, institutional, network/coalition, and individual levels).
• Provide technical input in areas of expertise.
• Support the Chief of Party in all program activities.

Qualifications

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Qualifications:

• An advanced degree in management, public administration, international development, Middle Eastern studies, sociology or a related subject is required.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in international development
• Experience working the Middle East and/or post-conflict environments
• Demonstrated management, training and team-building experience
• Direct experience working on the implementation of a USAID-funded program
• Demonstrated knowledge of international NGO policies and procedures
• Fluency in English required. Arabic and/or Kurdish languages skills a plus.

Contact Details

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Contact:  Lars Volz

Telephone:  202-000-0000

Email: lvolz@acdivoca.org

Application Instructions

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Please apply online at http://acdivoca.maxhire.net/cp/?E5546A361D43515B7E59192F77561C6A0762774B. No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE.
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Grants Manager, Middle East

 

Location:  Iraq 

Sector:  Non Profit 

Organization URL: http://www.acdivoca.org

Experience:  Advanced  

Last Date To Apply  Feb-6-2012 

Date Posted  Dec-7-2011 

Description

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Since 1963 and in 145 countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development and food security to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. ACDI/VOCA currently has approximately 90 projects in 40 countries and revenues of $140 million.

Grants Manager, Middle East

We are currently seeking a Grants Manager for an upcoming multiyear USAID-funded civil society strengthening program in the Middle East. The project’s primary focus will be to engage local civil society organizations and other key stakeholders to increase local ownership and capacity for self-directed, sustainable development and effective governance. The position is contingent on ACDI/VOCA being awarded the program.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as ACDI/VOCA’s in-country compliance expert.
• Work closely with the COP, grantees and home office staff to ensure that policies and procedures are approved, in place, understood and followed.
• Develop grant procurement policies and a comprehensive grants manual.
• Educate and build the capacity of staff and grantees in regard to USAID rules and regulations, accountability and compliance practices.
• Manage and oversee the grant-making process from start to finish.
• Provide accurate reports to the COP and headquarters on all grants and compliance issues.
• Maintain complete and accurate files for all subgrant agreements.
• Ensure that grant activities comply with ACDI/VOCA internal policies and procedures as well as USAID rules and regulations.

Qualifications

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Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject
• 5+ years of experience working on compliance issues for large and complex USAID-funded programs
• Demonstrated proficiency in reporting requirements, procurement, cost share and public-private partnerships
• Extensive training on and experience with USAID rules and regulations
• Experience providing capacity-building training to local civil society organizations
• Demonstrated experience in designing and managing the grant-making process
• Excellent budget and financial management skills; ability to monitor subgrantee budgets for accuracy and allowable costs required.
• Fluency in English is required. Arabic and/or Kurdish language skills preferred.

Contact Details

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Contact:  Lars Volz

Telephone:  202-000-0000

Email: lvolz@acdivoca.org

Application Instructions

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Please apply online at http://acdivoca.maxhire.net/cp/?E5556C361D43515B7E59192F77561C6A0362774B. No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE.
APPLY ONLINE