Finance and Operations Director – TB Diagnostics Network Strengthening (TBDNS)

Finance and Operations Director – TB Diagnostics Network Strengthening

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Job Description:

ICF is seeking candidates for the role of Finance and Operations Director (FOP) for the anticipated USAID Tuberculosis Diagnostics Network Strengthening (TBDNS) project. Tuberculosis Diagnostics Network Strengthening activity will apply system strengthening interventions to improve the quality of TB laboratory diagnostics, strengthen information management systems, and improve sample transportation networks. The purpose of this five-year project will be to encourage research and innovation to accelerate performance improvements. Strengthening the overall diagnostic network within Bangladesh will improve timely and accurate TB diagnosis, so patients can be linked to care and treatment services, reducing the spread of TB and decreasing mortality rates. TBDNS will support two objectives: Objective 1: Improve Diagnostic Network Service Delivery and Objective 2: Ensure Diagnostic Network Quality.

ICF is seeking a Finance and Operations Director for an anticipated five-year USAID-funded global health project in the range of $10-$25 million. The Finance and Operations Director will support the project team in their day-to-day management and administrative duties. The position will be based in Bangladesh but may require occasional travel. Primary duties include budgeting, managing, and tracking of invoices and purchase orders, logistics management, and planning and tracking related to task order execution. He/she will oversee day-to-day operations and financial management of the project.

Responsibilities:

The Director’s primary responsibilities would include ensuring overall compliance with ICF policies and USAID rules and regulations. The FOP manages all aspects of program operations and administration, providing effective support in finance, procurement, asset management, subcontractor management, security, project start up, and project close-out. The Finance and Operations Director will play a key role in supporting the project director to effectively achieve the results defined in the contract within budget. Responsibilities specifically include:

• Ensure that all financial information is consolidated on time and provided to the COP as appropriate for analysis and dissemination.
• Provide the management team with monthly financial reports including overall activity budget status (budget tracker), work plan budgets’ status and ensuring potential issues are identified and addressed.
• Monitor effective oversight and support to recipients of sub-awards by the activity to ensure consistent compliance with the terms of their agreements including financial management and compliance with donor regulations.
• Work with project leadership on project work plans, timelines, and logistics
• Support the tracking of staff and activity timelines and their completion.
• Notify project leadership of impending delays, serving as the point of contact for staff traveling in-country in the event of resource needs or emergencies.
• Monitor expenses against the program budget, and provide precise, detailed, reports during project start up and throughout implementation and close-out.
• Liaise with ICF internal support functions (e.g., contracts and subcontracts) to ensure smooth flow of roles and responsibilities.
• Work with project team on developing purchase orders for consultants and equipment, tracking invoices, and ensuring that all cost-related documents from outside the organization are managed.
• Collaborate with project leadership to identify resources that help the program meet its goals, deliverables, and milestones. Monitor financial performance and progress toward objectives.
• Directly supervise the other finance and operations project staff
• Advise project staff on donor requirements; provide training on financial management, recordkeeping operational systems, and policies as needed.
• Manage all aspects of procurement, from planning to purchasing, in compliance with ICF’s policies and standards.
• Oversee financial, operational, and administrative functions of the execution of subcontracts. Review and audit sub awardees’ reports, budgets, expenses, and proposals to ensure compliance with award terms and USAID regulations and maintenance of accurate financial records.
• Maintain effective linkages between technical components and finance and administrative functions.
• Guide and assist with issues related to USAID rules and regulations on environmental compliance.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in business, finance, accounting, commerce, international relations, or related field
• 10 + years of relevant technical experience managing regulatory, contractual, legal and financial compliance requirements associated with USG funding including in-depth knowledge of USAID financial management rules and regulations experience.
• 5 + years of experience as lead or deputy lead for finance and operations on a USAID-funded project of similar size and scope.
• 5 + years of demonstrated knowledge of USAID’ operating environment, policies, rules and regulations.

Preferred Experience and Qualifications:

• Experience working in Bangladesh and/or Asia preferred.
• Advanced communication and writing skills in English.
• Excellent computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office applications, accounting software such as QuickBooks and internet skills.
• Strong familiarity with USAID’s operating environment, policies, and initiatives
• A demonstrated ability to work with multiple core subcontractors across multiple countries/geographies.
• Experience with start-up project activities in multiple countries with varied scopes of work is required.
• Fluency in English and Bengali required.

ICF offers an excellent benefits package, an award-winning talent development program, and fosters a highly skilled, energized and empowered workforce. 

ICF is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. (EOE – Minorities/Females/ Protected Veterans Status/Disability Status/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity)

Reasonable Accommodations are available for disabled veterans and applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email icfcareercenter@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more about non-discrimination: EEO is the law and Pay Transparency Statement.

Working at ICF

Working at ICF means applying a passion for meaningful work with intellectual rigor to help solve the leading issues of our day. Smart, compassionate, innovative, committed, ICF employees tackle unprecedented challenges to benefit people, businesses, and governments around the globe. We believe in collaboration, mutual respect, open communication, and opportunity for growth.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military/veteran status. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO & AA policy.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email icfcareercenter@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more about non-discrimination:  Know Your Rights and  Pay Transparency Statement.

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position is:

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