Finance and Operations Director at Chemonics International

Chemonics International - We're one of the world’s leading partners in international development, because where Chemonics works, development works. From our founding in 1975, we have worked in more than 150 countries to help our clients, partners and beneficiaries take on the world’s toughest challenges. Today, we re-imagine global supply chains to deliver essential medicines to the right place at the right time. Our global network of more than 4,000 specialists share an unwavering resolve to work better, driven by a conviction that the world must be better.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance and Operations Director

Location: Nigeria

Job Summary

• Chemonics seeks a finance and operations director for an anticipated multiyear, USAID-funded health program in Nigeria.
• The Strategic HIV and AIDS Response Program Nigeria will focus on improving the quality and effectiveness of high-impact, evidence-based HIV/AIDS interventions to meet state and local government areas’ goals and objectives.
• This program will cover governance, access, and demand activities for HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis services.
• The program’s objectives include targeted and efficient HIV case identification through optimized index partner and self-testing and linkage to care and treatment; patient enrollment in HIV/AIDS therapy with adequate adherence and retention; successful suppression of HIV viral loads; specialized services that attract key and vulnerable populations to achieve epidemic control; and increased capacity of the Nigerian government to expand, oversee, and finance HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis services.
• We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of financial management, including financial systems implementation, budgeting, expenditure tracking, financial reporting, and accounting
• Liaise with the Nigerian government, stakeholders, and counterparts in the public and private sectors
• Write and contribute to reports and other deliverables
• Coordinate all administrative support for program implementation, including setting up field offices, handling preparations for learning opportunities, and handling all financial aspects
• Serve as the central point for coordination and communication within the program and with USAID for planning, human resources and contracts, and budgets
• Scrutinize expenditures to ensure performance and outlays are commensurate
• Manage programs to ensure that the HIV response is successful and cost-effective
• Act as chief of party as required

Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in administrative and financial management of large, complex projects, including a minimum of eight years in international development
• Experience managing USAID- or other donor-funded development programs preferred; familiarity with federal acquisition regulations preferred
• Demonstrated ability in developing and managing large budgets
• Experience managing similar projects to the Strategic HIV and AIDS Response Program Nigeria
• Experience in western Africa preferred
• Nigerian nationals highly encouraged to apply
• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with U.S. government/U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief reporting requirements
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity ​
• Fluency in English required

Application Closing Date
26th July, 2019.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should
Click here to apply online

Note

• Candidates will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.
• Chemonics is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.
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