Director of Finance and Operations in Tanzania at Creative Associates International

Creative Associates International is a fast-growing, social impact company that specializes in the areas of education, economic growth, democratic transitions and stabilization in post-conflict environments. Based in Chevy Chase, Maryland, this global development organization has a field presence in more than 25 countries and a strong client portfolio of that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department. Since its founding in 197 7 , Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

Project Summary:

Creative seeks a Director of Finance and Operations for an anticipated USAID-funded education program in Tanzania . The Director of Finance and Operations will be responsible for ensuring that project financial and program operational activities are in full compliance with USAID policies and regulations. S/he will be responsible for (1) ensuring that financial requirements are met, based on Creative and USAID policies and procedures; (2) develop and implement financial procedures in compliance with Creative and USAID policies and procedures; (3) oversee procurement actions, activity execution, subcontracts and consulting agreements consistent with USAID and Creative procedures, (4) provide financial training and guidance to program staff and partners.

Reporting & Supervision: The Director of Finance and Operations will report directly to the Chief of Party and supervise HR, finance, grants , procurement, and communications staff .

Responsibilities

• Provide financial and operational oversight, including the development , maintenance and monitoring of the project budget and operations , including procurement systems .
• Manage financial systems, files, and maintain Creative’s online accounting system .
• Liaise between Creative's field and headquarters offices regarding all financial matters; oversee all internal and external audit requests, as needed .
• Lead project financial analysis, develop forecasts, and review project expenses .
• Track the transfer of funds between headquarters and the field office and manage accounting and finance records of in-country expenses, including tracking and monitoring all financial project activities, and maintain current project expense data .
• Draft quarterly and annual financial reports on financial status of project expenses and budget information and forward to Finance & Contracts for review and approval by the Controller .
• Provide Chief of Party with project’s current financial status .
• Oversee the processing of payment requests including wire transfer requests for payments to vendors in compliance with contract requirements .
• Review and process invoices and in-field fee payments in accordance with Creative’s financial management and accounting procedures and USAID policies .
• Provide financial and operational management and systems training for project staff .
• Travel to field location(s) as necessary and provide oversight to field office financial systems and processes.
• Responsible for day - to - day management of subcontracts with international vendors .
• Manage, train, and mentor key team members in the areas of administration, logistics, human resources, procurement, budgeting and finance .
• Review and approve the financial and operational close-out of program activities, and verify documentation and information is complete .

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in relevant field (finance, accounting, business, etc. ).
• Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant work experience.
• Experience with operations, logistics and subgrants.
• Experience with USAID project finances and budgeting (preferred) or similar work for other donors/U.S. Government agencies ;
• Experience managing teams.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Competent in using computers and financial software.
• Excellent written and spoken English and Kiswahili preferred.
• Ability to work under pressure and efficiently handle multiple tasks.
• Experience working in Tanzania or the region highly preferred.
• Local nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.