Abt Associates seeks candidates for a Program Administrator for the USAID-funded NAHDAT Al-Aqaba Program in Aqaba, Jordan.
The Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA) has requested USAID to continue with a major program to enhance ASEZA’s capacity to deliver services to its clients, especially in the areas of regulation, inspection, enforcement, and planning, policy formation and municipal services. Based on five and a half years of successes during the implementation of the Aqaba Technical Assistance Support Program, and the Aqaba Zone Economic Mobilization program, ASEZA decided to develop a large scale economic growth program that would build on lessons learned, adopt new approaches to suit the changing environment in the Aqaba Special Economic Zone and expand interaction with the local community.
The Program Administrator will be responsible for the day-to-day operational oversight and administration of the program. He or she will oversee: program management information systems; human resource functions for project staff; procurement planning and procedures; financial planning and accounting systems; grants management; technical and financial reporting systems; and, internal compliance and control systems.
Requirements: Minimum of a Master’s Degree in a related field (e.g., economics, business, finance, law, management, social science, etc.) or a Bachelor’s Degree and at least ten years of closely-related work experience. The Program Administrator must also have directly related work experience in developing countries. Prior extensive USAID project implementation experience is strongly preferred. Experience working in the Middle East would be an advantage. Excellent teamwork, interpersonal and cross-cultural skills are required. Jordanian Nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.
To apply, please email a résumé and cover letter to:
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