Associate Director, Finance & Administration

Job Description

The Associate Director of Finance and Administration plays a critical role in the organization, and exercises oversight of functions including accounting and finance, contracts and grants management, human resources, information technology, general administration, and regulatory / quality assurance in support of operations and service objectives.

The Associate Director of Finance and Administration will be responsible for:

• Contribution to the development, management, implementation and evaluation of systems, projects, services, staff and budgets to meet requirements.
• Development and evaluation of finance and administration goals and/or objectives.
• Leads and/or participates in assessment, design team, capacity building and program/project start up activities.
• Participation in proposal development related to development of cost proposals.
• Ensures quality of operational support to FHI 360 projects and programs according to FHI 360 standards.
• Manages, in collaboration with program and project directors/managers, the selection, professional development, and evaluation of finance and administration staff and budgets including recruitment, establishment of performance expectations, performance assessments, and recommended action based on performance (e.g., recognition, disciplinary action).
• Provides support and quality assistance to other divisions and departments and capacity building for direct reports as appropriate.
• Coordinates and supports collaboration in project implementation to ensure appropriate staffing, monitoring and evaluation, and partner performance.
• Actively participates and coordinates planning and status meetings to ensure proper implementation of programs and services.
• Ensure all Project Directors are informed of project or program issues; identify and implement “best practices” as appropriate.
• Acts as liaison to internal and external constituencies, vendors, sponsors, etc.

SUPERVISORY AND BUDGET RESPONSIBILITY:

• Supervise assigned staff.
• Prepare and monitor approved budgets for assigned projects including preparing accrual reports, financial forecasts, budget realignments, and other financial exercises,
• Approves all expenditures of funds relating to these budgets.

• Bachelor’s degree or its international equivalent in Business Management or related field; Master’s degree preferred
• 8+ years of finance management experience, preferably in international development organizations
• Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English and French.
• Demonstrated ability to oversee two or more shared services functions: Finance, Administration, Contracts & Grants, Budgeting, Human Resources, and Information Technology.
• Working knowledge of USAID a plus.
• Experience working in DRC a plus.
• Demonstrated management, supervision, networking and leadership skills.
• Ability to set realistic priorities and plan for the successful implementation of programs.
• Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the political and ethical issues surrounding public health issues.
• Financial reporting experience for project management purposes,
• Experience with procurement, logistics and other general administration,
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and computer skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and professional attitude and conduct.

We offer competitive compensation and an outstanding benefit package. Please click here to visit FHI 360’s Career Center for a list of all open positions.

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. FHI 360 is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran with respect to policies, programs, or activities.

About the Organization

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 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories.