About IREX:
IREX is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to building a more just, prosperous, and inclusive world by empowering youth, cultivating leaders, strengthening institutions, and extending access to quality education and information. Founded in 1968, IREX has an annual portfolio of over $100 million, work in more than 100 countries worldwide with offices in 20 countries, and a global staff of 600.
Summary of Position:
IREX seeks qualified Finance and Operations Director candidates to support the USAID-funded Central Asia Information Integrity Activity (CAIIA). This is a five-year activity that aims to enhance efforts by Central Asian countries to maintain and strengthen the integrity of their information space and build societal resilience against disinformation. Based in Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, or Tajikistan, the Finance and Operations Director will ensure efficient and effective program operations and compliant financial protocols to ensure deliverables are met on time and on budget.
Only citizens of Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, or Tajikistan or permanent residents with work authorization will be considered. This position is contingent on funding.
Summary of Responsibilities:
- Ensure that the program meets all IREX, USAID and host country regulations and requirements related to USAID funds, accountability, and operations within the region
- Support the COP in providing overall day to day management and coordination of project administrative personnel and functions.
- Track and analyze all costs incurred under the award; oversee all payments
- Monitor program budget and provide required reporting; maintain financial records for all program activities
- Overseeing subgrantee budgets and expenditures
- Supervise Finance and Operations team
- Ensure that appropriate financial record-keeping policies and practices are established and maintained
- Ensure that all financial management and procurement is conducted in compliance with IREX policy and U.S. government regulations
- Oversee all office expenditures and staff transportation/vehicles; lead human resource management
- Liaise with IREX home office financial, compliance and field operations teams
- Other duties, as assigned
- Ensure effective coordination between program activities as well as between field, country office, and HQ staff to maximize efficiency and impact
- Other duties, as assigned.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Citizenship or residency with work authorization from Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, or Tajikistan
- A graduate degree in a relevant social or administrative science, with at least eight (8) years of experience in Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, or Tajikistan in the administration of international donor-funded programs; or an undergraduate degree in a relevant social or administrative science with at least 10 years of experience in the administration of donor-funded programs
- Previous experience as a Director of Administration and Finance, Operations Manager, or another senior managerial role on an international donor-funded program
- Demonstrated knowledge of management processes and systems, such as human resources management and development (including performance evaluation), financial management, and management of employee compensation systems
- Ability to compile and prepare financial and budget data in-line with USG rules and regulations
- Experience analyzing budget trends and monitoring funding levels across multiple accounts
- Expertise with procedures required for adequate planning, monitoring, and realigning of complex budgets
- Demonstrated ability to work with host government and cooperating partners in implementing a complex program in the field under challenging circumstances
- Skilled in managing and compiling financial data for reporting and ensuring compliance with all donor requirements
- Ability to successfully manage and develop staff in a multi-cultural setting as demonstrated by past experience
- Demonstrated commitment to customer service
- Excellent computer skills as they relate to financial management
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
- Fluency in any of the Central Asia national languages, Russian, and English is required.
How to apply
To Apply
Click on https://irex.applytojob.com/apply/sqcRkrp1ZT/Finance-And-Operations-Director-USAIDCentral-Asia-Information-Integrity-Activity to submit your CV in English along with a cover letter summarizing your qualifications and stating your salary expectations for consideration.