Organization: Social Impact
Country: El Salvador
Closing date: 10 Nov 2017
Local Finance and Administration Manager, USAID Civil Society Organization Strengthening Project, El Salvador
Social Impact is a global development management consulting firm. We provide monitoring, evaluation, strategic planning, and capacity building services to advance development effectiveness. We work across all development sectors including democracy and governance, health and education, the environment, and economic growth. Since 1997 we have worked in over 100 countries for clients such as US government agencies, bilateral donors, multilateral development banks, foundations, and nonprofits.
Proposal Objective:
The purpose of this $3.4M, two-year base contract (with 1 one-year option period) is to provide USAID/El Salvador with a set of interventions aimed at developing the capacity of partner civil society organizations (CSOs) poised to support development outcomes the Mission seeks over the long-term. The contract will address key capacity development gaps that limit the effectiveness of CSOs to achieve sustainable and significant impact, be accountable to their constituents, and be able to generate and manage resources.
Position Description:
SI is seeking a Salvadoran finance and administration manager to oversee all finance and administration aspects of the project. This is a full-time position, based in San Salvador.
**Please note: This is a local position. Only candidates with Salvadoran citizenship are eligible to apply.
Responsibilities:
· Guide and manage operations for the office, including logistics, travel, security and drivers.
· Oversee procurement, project budget, accounting and finance activities, including management of payroll, financial transactions, and expenditures.
· Write and submit monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports and maintain records.
· Ensure funds expended are compliant with USG contractual regulations and policies.
· Implement fraud mitigation practices and ensure systems and processes are implemented effectively to support implementation.
· Develop and implement financial, administration and operational systems according to in-country performance.
Qualifications:
· University degree in a relevant field is required; plus 15 years of relevant work experience; OR, Master’s degree plus 12 years of relevant work experience.
· Level III English language proficiency, speaking and writing; level IV Spanish language proficiency is required.
· A minimum of five years of professional experience in managing multi-million-dollar USG/USAID contracts, including experience overseeing finance, procurement, operations, administration, logistics and human resource tasks.
· Expertise with USAID financial reporting and compliance requirements
· In-depth knowledge of financial software applications, including Quickbooks and others.
Come join our energetic and innovative team! We offer you the opportunity to play a leading role in the growth of our company, work as part of a creative and committed team, and make a difference in the well-being of our world.
To learn more about Social Impact, please visit our website: http://www.socialimpact.com
SI is an EEO/AA/ADA Veterans Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. Please, no phone calls.
How to apply:
To apply: https://chp.tbe.taleo.net/chp02/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=SOCIIMPA2&cws=1&rid=1795
