Job Type : Full Time
Industry : Finance/Accountancy and Auditing/Business Administration
Education Level : Senior Managerial level
Director of Administration and Finance for Kilimo Tija
Practice area(s): Economic Growth
Location(s): Iringa, Tanzania
Duration: Contract Employee
Classification: Proposal
Hire Type(s): In-Country Applicant
Experience: 6-9 Years
Tetra Tech International Development is currently accepting
expressions of interest from qualified candidates for a potential Director of
Administration and Finance on an anticipated, USAID-funded
agriculture program in Tanzania.
Responsibilities:
* Under the
direction of the DCOP-Operations, supervise a team of administrative and
financial professionals. Provide leadership, supervise and mentor local
administrative and financial staff to effect sound project management, fiscal
and administrative due diligence, and the development of organizational and
individual capacities.
* Identify and
implement changes in administrative and financial policies and procedures that
will enhance the cost effectiveness of program implementation.
* Execute budgeting
procedures and tools outlined in Tetra Tech’s Standard Operating Procedures
that require technical units to provide adequate advance notice of support
needs to financial, administrative, logistical, HR, and procurement units.
* Ensure compliance
of project financial operations with USAID, and Tetra Tech Home Office
administrative policies and guidelines.
* Respond to
pertinent information requests from project partners and other relevant
organizations/institutions.
* Advise the Senior
Management Team on all policy matters concerning project financial management.
Minimum Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree
or higher in business administration, finance, accounting, or another relevant
field; Master’s degree preferred.
* Minimum of eight
(8) years of demonstrated experience in financial management and
administration; grants experience strongly preferred;
* Minimum of five
(5) years of progressively responsible experience in a supervisory role related
to accounting, payroll, procurement, subcontracts, and/or logistical support
services;
* Demonstrated
experience providing contractual and financial oversight to USAID or other
donor-funded projects of similar size and complexity;
* Excellent
organizational skills and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced,
stressful environment;
* Detail oriented,
and ability to prioritize tasks and support program implementation while
ensuring adherence to required policies and protocols;
* Accounting/audit
certifications highly preferred;
* Advanced
Microsoft Excel skills and experience with QuickBooks or other accounting
software required;
* Professional
proficiency in English is required.
* Qualified
applicants from Tanzania are strongly encouraged to apply.
To be considered applicants must submit the following as
part of the online application process:
* Cover Letter
* CV in reverse chronological format
Please ensure that your Cover Letter and CV/Resume are
uploaded and submit only the requested documentation as part of your
application. Incomplete applications and/or corrupt files may delay processing
of your application or remove you from consideration. Applications that do not
meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered. No
phone calls will be accepted.
At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our
success. Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable
health & safety practices and protocols, including health orders and
regulations related to COVID-19 that are mandated by local, state and federal
authorities.
Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting, engineering,
and technical services worldwide. Our reputation rests on the technical
expertise and dedication of our employees - 21,000 people working together
across disciplines and time zones to provide smart, sustainable solutions for
challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in
water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and
international development. Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global,
multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in over 450
locations around the world. We offer competitive compensation and benefits and
are searching for innovative people to join our teams. We are an equal
opportunity employer: EOE AA/M/F/Vets/Disability.
Tetra Tech is a leading, global provider of consulting and
engineering services. We are differentiated by Leading with Science to provide innovative technical
solutions to our clients. We support global commercial and government clients
focused on water, environment, sustainable infrastructure, renewable energy,
and international development. With 21,000 associates worldwide, Tetra Tech
provides clear solutions to complex problems.
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