Organization: ACDI/VOCA
Country: United States of America
Closing date: 23 Nov 2015
Since 1963 and in 146 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 societies. ACDI/VOCA has approximately 50 projects in 30 countries and total revenues of approximately $174 million.
We are seeking a D.C.-based Director, Inclusive Market Systems who will be responsible for project management including technical, financial, and operational oversight. Duties include managing project staff, liaising with other departments and providing technical guidance to projects, proposal activities and the larger project management department.
Essential Responsibilities:
Technical
• Establish positive and interactive relationships with project donors and partner organizations
• Work with project field teams to facilitate creation of work plans using standardized approaches & tools
• Engage regional support services to fully install a work plan tracker and MIS system with the COP
• Conduct routine work plan progress evaluations, ensure work occurring is in line with work plan design and on schedule
• Coordinate with M&E department to ensure projects are supported in implementing their M&E plan and systems
• Review, provide feedback and approve routine progress reports for submission to the donor ensuring they meet donor requirements, A/V quality standards, and are on time
• Ensure timely development & submission of Environmental Assessment, Environment Management Plan, ESRs and PERSUAPs.
• Lead recruitment efforts for key personnel, STTA and field staff as necessary.
Operational
• Monitor start-up of new projects, follow progress through start-up action plan trackers, ensure things are on track, support & problem solve as needed.
• Monitor procurement and compliance within A/V policies and procedures and ensure the project has a procurement plan.
• Review grant packages for programmatic components and deliverables and monitor grant spending
• Work with COP to finalize SOWs with sub-awardees, and develop sub-awardees management plan with COP
• Ensure sub-awards w/ local and international partners are signed on time, monitored and reviewed properly. Review, approve and submit deliverables/invoices in accordance with agreements and increase obligations accordingly.
Financial
• Approve OSCAR to ensure costs are aligned to programmatic requirements
• Review JSR monthly for variances and discuss issues with COP and Group Manager as needed
• Responsible for analysis and review of project finances including projections and actuals; identify issues and share with the COP
• Ensure routine finance meeting takes place, including financial analyses required from the field
• Prepare draft budget realignment for donor approval when required
New Business Development
• Contribute to proposal efforts as Proposal Manager, Technical Writer, or by providing extensive technical content
• Complete proposal activities such as: (a) reviewing budgets, (b) identifying and negotiating with personnel, (c) collaborating with partner organizations, (d) collecting field research, (e) designing implementation schedules, (f) integrating all available information; assist in the establishing standards and templates for proposal activities
A master’s degree in international development, agriculture, finance, economics, or other related field, with a minimum of seven years’ related work experience (overseas work in international development preferred). Candidates must have demonstrated management skills, including supervisory experience. Strong interpersonal and team skills and the ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures are required. Experience with software applications including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel required. Excellent oral, written, and reading comprehension abilities essential. Fluency in English required. Strong French language and/or Spanish language skills a plus. The ability and willingness to travel internationally is required.
How to apply:
Please apply online at http://www.acdivoca.org/jobs or respond with résumé, cover letter and salary history to Attn: HR/SLD, 50 F Street NW, Suite 1000, Washington, D.C., 20001 or fax +1 202 469 6255. No phone calls please. Only finalists will be contacted. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Peace Corps, AmeriCorps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply. EOE/AA. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
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