General responsibilities of the position include the following areas: 

Financial Management:

• Prepares and monitors program and sub-program budgets and other program initiatives;
• Prepares financial reports and accruals;
• Monitors Program Budget including quarterly updates against actual costs and projections on sub-projects and program budgets;
• Monitors and oversees financial reporting of Field Office(s);
• Prepare monthly financial reports, consult with and respond to inquiries from GOR on current spending;
• Oversees invoice processes and subcontractor costs, manages invoice payment and tracking;
• Ensures the timely delivery of all project financial reporting including annual and semi-annual planning; accrual reports; and other internal and external financial reports and deliverables as requested by Program Director and GOR.

• Under the supervision of the Program Director, liaise with GOR and Grants Officer on program operations and administrative issues;
• Supports the Grant contracting mechanism for the program including enforcing policies and procedures;
• Ensures compliance on the Monitoring and Evaluation program requirements
• Participates in the process for program procurement in accordance with USG and NCSC policies, including managing commercial vendor agreements, resolving vendor issues, and modifying purchase orders.

• Assumes the role of a deputy to the Program Director including engaging in backstopping duties when needed;
• Manages program operations to ensure compliance with FAR and other USG Rules & Regulations and Grant Polices;
• Serve as liaison to INL in the absence of the Program Director;

• Performs subcontractor management including review and approval of expense reports, invoices and vouchers;
• Oversee Task Management updates, including new task creation, editing hours, and running reports for Component Managers;
• Runs weekly reports to ensure Task Management System and Deltek timesheets are accurately updated by all staff;
• Validates timesheets for employees and consultants;
• Participates in Weekly Component Managers' Meetings and follow-up meetings with Component Managers, as needed;
• Advises staff on operations, policies and procedures.;
• Recommends strategies to streamline systems for effectiveness and efficiency, considering donor needs, team dynamics, program and NCSC mission.

• Supervisors the financial and administrative tasks performed by Home Office and Field Office staff;
• Supervisors M&E tasks performed in Home Office, Program Components and sub-projects to ensure compliance with program requirements;
• Serves as a primary point of contact for consultants and administrative matters.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance/Accounting, International Studies, or other related areas of study; Master's degree preferred;
• At least 5-8 years of relevant experience (USG-related project management, finance, contracts, and operations);
• PMP Certification – highly preferred;
• Strong understanding and proficiency in financial and project management systems and procedures;
• Proficiency in USG regulations, FAR and ADS and procurement procedures and contract compliance;
• Experience implementing M&E on USG programs;
• High level of proficiency in MS Excel and other MS Office Suite programs;
• Demonstrated ability to propose workable solutions to complex technical, managerial or operational problems;
• Demonstrated adeptness in attention to detail, working within deadlines, and  managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment;
• Demonstrated leadership, management, organizational, and decision-making skills;
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; and
• Ability to travel frequently for extensive periods internationally.