The Finance and Administration Manager (FAM) is a full-time position
and will be based in Dili, Timor-Leste reporting to the Project
Director. The FAM will be responsible for the management of all of the
project’s financial and administrative operations. S/he will work
closely with the Project Director in the oversight of program functions,
support, and guidelines. S/he will ensure that the financial systems
and internal controls are in place and comply with the standard US
Government rules and regulations, and JSI/HQ policy and procedures. S/he
will serve as the focal person for all budget and disbursement
processes of the JSI field office. S/he will coordinate and liaise with
JSI/HQ in Boston, USA on all financial and administrative matters as
necessary.
Responsibilities:
This position is contingent upon project funding approval and open only to candidates already based/living in Timor-Leste.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the Project Director and other key personnel to ensure coherence between programmatic activities and financial provisions;
- Supervise all administrative and financial staff;
- Direct the preparation and negotiation of project budgets and modifications, and coordinate with JSI/Boston as appropriate;
- Assist Project Director in addressing cooperative agreement-related issues and ensure that the Project’s financial controls and systems comply with US Government practices and meet all required rules and regulations and follow all JSI policies;
- Supervise all central- and municipality-based financial and administrative staff and serve as the point person for JSI-related financial queries, coordinating all correspondence from the central office regarding wiring of cash, payments, and other financial matters;
- Manage, monitor, and update project budget and obligated funds; review and analyze variations and share with JSI/Boston;
- Manage subawards in collaboration with technical team and JSI/Boston;
- Oversee procurement of equipment and services; and
- Ensure compliance with US government rules and regulations and JSI policies and procedures in implementation of all program activities.
- Master of Business or Finance degree and CPA or a relevant degree from a recognized University or equivalent preferred;
- At least 10 years of experience managing finances for large NGO programs with direct experience managing the finances and administration of USAID-funded projects;
- Experience of USAID business practices and detailed knowledge of policies and procedures;
- Extensive experience with project financial management, including financial controls, accounting, and audit, as well as financial reporting;
- Experience managing and supervising program staff;
- Good interpersonal skills and experience working in a multi-cultural environment;
- Experience working in Timor-Leste required.
- Timorese candidates are encouraged to apply.
This position is contingent upon project funding approval and open only to candidates already based/living in Timor-Leste.
How to apply:
If you are interested in this position, please submit your curriculum vitae and cover letter by December 31, 2016 at HR-Timor@jsi.com. Please, state your salary expectations in the cover letter.loading...
