ABOUT FHI 360:

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, public health threats, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research, technology, communication, and social marketing- creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Director of Finance and Administration will develop and maintain sound financial and administrative management systems in line with USAID rules and regulations and the local laws, accounting for best practices and FHI 360 policies and procedures.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the day-to-day administration, accounting and finance function for the project, including supervision of a Finance Officer.

• Ensure proper segregation of duties between different financial tasks and functions.

• Oversee month-end close tasks following the set deadlines of Field Accounting.

• Review and analyze monthly financial reports, budget vs. actual reports, forecasts, and accruals, in coordination with the head office.

• Lead the development, monitoring, and review of project budgets in line with national laws, donor regulations, and corporate policies

• Produce budget projections and reports for submission to USAID and FHI 360 home office.

• Review financial analyses and budget vs. expense reports to determinethe reasonableness of variances coordinating it with project managers forappropriate actions as required.

• Develop capacity and train staff and partners on financial policies and procedures, GAAP practices, and U.S. Government rules and regulations.

• Maintain regular communications with the senior management team providing relevant and timely financial and administrativeupdates for planning and decision-making purposes.

• Lead recruitment, orientation, and training of new administrative or accounting staff

• Ensure implementation of and adherence of FHI 360 Human Resources policies including compliance with national labor law.

• Administer compliant procurement system, cash management, and develop the required manuals and training programs for other staff members

• Negotiate with vendors for best terms for procuring goods, supplies and services in compliance with USAID and FHI 360 policies and procedures

• Oversee grants management.

• Oversee program management and operations related to the activity, including budget and personnel management, performance management, program planning and implementation.

• Ensure proper administrative support to the project’s operational activities

• Ensure that all operations, administrative, and contractual activities and expenditures are consistent with the project work plan and budget.

• Prepare for and oversee financial audits.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Usual office working conditions

• Ability to travel domestically at least 25%

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree or international equivalent in accounting, finance, businessadministration or another relevant field.

• (12) years of related work experience, 6+ years managing finance and administrative departments is required.
  At least eight years of experience in financial analysis, financial reporting, cash flowanalysis, budgetdevelopment and forecasting on donor-funded projects. USAIDexperience strongly preferred

• Experience developing and implementing finance and accounting policies, procedures,and systems

• Excellent analytical and computer skills, with strong experience in Excel and QuickBooks

• Well-developed and effective organizational skills, including to ability to multi-task and

• work in a high-pressure environment

• Demonstrated experience interacting with government agencies, civil societycounterparts, and international donor agencies

• Previous direct supervisory experience of professional and/or support staff

• Previous experience in Jordan is preferable

• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and presentation skills in English

• Jordanians are encouraged to apply

• Proficiency in English language – Arabic is an advantage

This job description summarizes the primary duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

FHI 360 fosters the strength and health of its workforce through a competitive benefits package, professional development and policies and programs that support healthy work/life balance. Join our global workforce to make a positive difference for others — and yourself.

FHI360 is an equal employment and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable law.

This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.