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Organization Overview

The International Development Division focuses on improving the lives and
economic well-being of people in lower and middle-income countries. We command
technical expertise in health, agriculture, climate change, food security and
governance—as well as in international evaluation. Our multi-layered health
portfolio includes policy, health promotion and disease prevention, health
finance, and health systems management. In partnership with government clients
and local experts, our high-quality programs in Africa, Asia, Latin America,
and the Middle East are known for impact and innovation.

Job Summary

Abt Associates is currently seeking a qualified Deputy Chief of Party –
Finance and Operations for the upcoming USAID Tanzania Horticulture Activity.

The Deputy Chief of Party – Finance and Operations DCOP-FO, under the
supervision of the Chief of Party, will have primary responsibility for
financial and administrative management for the Tanzania Horticulture
Activity, supervision and oversight of all financial and administrative
support staff, and establishment of the systems and procedures required to
ensure compliance with USAID regulations and local law. This position will
also oversee contracts, procurement and subcontracting, budgeting, reporting,
human resources HR, and general administrative support. The position is
contingent upon contract award to Abt Associates.

Key Roles And Responsibilities

Provide managerial and operational support to the Chief of Party, by
overseeing project finance and accounting, operations, grants management, IT
and human resources and ensuring compliance with USAID regulations.
Advise COP and technical team on financial regulations, best practices, and
new ways of streamlining project operations and delivery.
Oversees the development of administrative and operations management systems
and processes required to support activity implementation, ensuring compliance
with USAID and Abt policies and regulations.
Manages implementation of financial, administrative, and HR policies and
procedures that meet activity needs and corporate and client requirements.
Oversees procurement efforts for the activity including selection and
negotiation with vendors, and management of grants and subcontractors on the
activity in compliance with USAID and Abt Associates procurement regulations.
Ensures compliance with USAID and Abt Associates policies, regulations and
procedures governing the activity contract.
Supervises institutional subcontracts and sub-agreements with assistance from
the Abt Associates home office support team Finance and Contract Manager, in
particular,
Track actuals, accruals and commitments against approved budgets to ensure
project activities remain on budget. Advise COP and home office of any changes
in projected spending
Ensures that the Tanzania Horticulture Activity budget and audit projections,
expenditure, tracking and reporting are in accordance with USAID and Abt
requirements, procedures, and practices for compliance and audits.
Creates and maintains financial reporting and tracking systems, and provides
financial performance updates on project activities. Guides the administrative
team on annual work planning, and ensure submission of quality operational
plans, budgets, and reports.
Oversees HR management functions including recruitment, hiring, transition,
and termination; benefits administration; performance appraisal; and ongoing
performance management.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Public or Business Administration, Finance, or a related
field.
At least 8 years of relevant work experience managing grants or contracts for
private sector, universities, international NGOs or other organizations with
similar scopes of work.
Experience and knowledge in fiscally and operationally managing all aspects of
at least one large multi-million US dollar contract funded by an international
donor required, USAID experience highly preferred

Supervisory and/or management work experience including 1 direct
supervision of professional and support staff; 2 quality evaluation of staff
performance and deliverables; 3 contract management required; and 4
ability to lead large complex programs and motivate multidisciplinary,
multicultural teams
Experience with USAID and other donor-funded health projects, highly desirable
Excellent financial management skills and knowledge of latest project
management tools and computer applications
Ability to set priorities and multi-task
Strong analytical and computer skills, with emphasis on budgeting and
financial analysis
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent written and spoken English communications skills

Minimum Qualifications

8+ years of experience and a master degree OR the equivalent combination of
education and experience

Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed
to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive
salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly
encouraged to apply.

Disclaimer Abt Associates will never ask candidates for money in exchange for
an offer of employment.

Seniority Level

Director
Industry

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Employment Type

Full-time
Job Functions

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Closing Date 5th September, 2020.



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