FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology — creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of: Finance and Operations Director
Project Description:
FHI 360 is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Finance and Operations Director for an anticipated USAID-funded integrated HIV/AIDS, malaria and TB services strengthening project in Northern Uganda. The project will work to increase utilization of health services by strengthening systems; improving quality; increasing availability of, access to, and demand for quality services; and supporting the health sector to sustain the high rate of utilization in the Northern region of Uganda. The health services that will be supported will include HIV/AIDS, TB, malaria, nutrition, family planning, and maternal, neonatal and child health care.
FHI 360 is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Finance and Operations Director for an anticipated USAID-funded integrated HIV/AIDS, malaria and TB services strengthening project in Northern Uganda. The project will work to increase utilization of health services by strengthening systems; improving quality; increasing availability of, access to, and demand for quality services; and supporting the health sector to sustain the high rate of utilization in the Northern region of Uganda. The health services that will be supported will include HIV/AIDS, TB, malaria, nutrition, family planning, and maternal, neonatal and child health care.
The Finance and Operations Director will report directly to the COP and will be responsible for managing all financial and administrative aspects of the project, including budget development and monitoring, prime award monitoring and compliance, subaward management, procurement, and logistics. The expected duration of the project is five years and it is expected that the position will be based in Gulu. Availability of this position is contingent upon release of a solicitation (RFA/RFP) by USAID and recruitment is contingent upon successful award of the project to FHI 360 and final USAID approval of the candidate.
Job Summary / Responsibilities:
- Provide leadership to finance and operations aspects of the project, including general administrative processes, financial management, subaward management, accounting, and logistics.
- Ensure compliance of financial and operations systems with FHI 360 policies and procedures, USAID rules and regulation, award requirements, and Government of Uganda laws.
- Develop, analyze and monitor program budgets; monitor and track obligations and expenditures against budgets
- Oversee and manage all subaward processes and grants programs under the project
- Provide technical assistance to local partners on financial compliance and reporting
- Manage project procurement processes
- Review and approve recommendations for financial planning and control, providing relevant fiscal information to executive management team.
- Advise senior leadership regularly on financial and operations-related matters
- Prepare and submit annual and quarterly financial and accrual reports to USAID
- Contribute to the development of high-quality work plans, quarterly and annual reports, financial reports, and any other reports required by USAID.
- Manage and liaise with internal and external auditors in the review of project financial and administrative practices and records.
- Manage a finance and operations team in charge of budgeting, financial reporting, accounting, administration and procurement.
Qualifications:
- Master's Degree or higher in accounting, finance, business administration or related field is required.
- 12+ years of relevant experience in financial management, including 5 years overseeing the finance and operations of large and complex projects, preferably USG-funded.
- Minimum of 5 years managing subgrants.
- 2+ years experience working in a developing country; Uganda experience is preferred.
- Familiarity with USG rules and regulations is required.
- Knowledge in generally-accepted accounting, budgeting and fiscal control principles
- Relevant skills in automated accounting software systems and database spreadsheets
- Experience building capacity in financial management of community-based organizations and implementing partners.
- Demonstrated ability to create and maintain effective working relations with NGO partners, community-based organizations and international donor agencies.
- Demonstrated leadership qualities, depth and breadth of financial management expertise
- Strong interpersonal, writing and oral presentation skills in English.
- Ability to work independently and manage a high volume work flow
- Relevant computer software skills and familiarity with accounting software (including, at a minimum, the standard applications in MS Office)
This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.
We offer competitive compensation and an outstanding benefit package. Please clickhereto visit FHI 360's Career Center for a list of all open positions.
FHI 360 is anequal opportunity and affirmative action employer. FHI 360 is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran with respect to policies, programs, or activities.
