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We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Director of Finance and Administration for the upcoming MCC Belize Secondary Education Improvement Activity. This position will be based in Belize and is contingent upon award.

Project Description:

The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) and the Government of Belize (GOB) have a $16 million Compact that aims to address the binding constraints of low-quality education and high electricity costs by equitably increasing the number of post-primary graduates with the skills relevant to labor market demands and lowering the wholesale cost of electricity in real terms. Under the Compact, an Education Project will aim to invest in Belize’s secondary education and technical and vocational education training (TVET) sector.

Position Description:

The Director of Finance and Administration will oversee operations, finance, and HR functions of the project. S/he will be responsible for effective utilization of resources, procurement, logistics, and contracts and grants management. S/he will lead efforts to comply with all applicable regulations as well as timely and effective delivery of program activities.

Job Summary/Responsibilities

• Provides leadership over financial and contractual aspects of the project;
• Develops and implements internal organizational and financial processes;
• Ensures compliance with US and local rules, regulations and policies;
• Provides oversight and management of budgets, grants, operational plans, reporting, and financial compliance;
• Ensures efficient management and utilization of resources in accordance with FHI 360 and donor policies and procedures;
• Provides guidance and supervision to program staff
• Collaborates with FHI 360’s country team, regional office and headquarters staff to ensure the project is implemented according to organization and industry best practices, program framework, and regulations;
• Contributes to timely and accurate reporting;
• Supervises the recruitment, hiring, and management of operations and finance teams as well as local consultants
• Supports performance management and professional development of direct reports, including ongoing feedback, coaching, and career support.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree (preferred) in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, social sciences, or related field;
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible operational and financial management experience in support of large-scale international development programs;
• Proven leadership in the administration of similar-sized international donor technical assistance projects;
• Experience providing leadership over budgeting, financial management, and policies and procedures, especially related to USG programming;
• Effective strategic planning and project management skills;
• CPA, ACA, ICAN, CIMA, CFE or other similar, relevant professional qualification is required;
• Strong consultative and negotiation skills;
• Ability to analyze and establish effective and supportive cross-program coordination, organizational procedures, and management systems;
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Must have demonstrated ability to work in complex environments, work across different cultures, and manage diverse teams to deliver impact within agreed timelines;
• Proven ability to coordinate with government stakeholders, donors, as well as non-governmental organizations.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision;
• Demonstrated leadership, strategic planning, effective organizational development, partnership-building, capacity-building, managerial, teambuilding and communication skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of MCC and/or Government of Belize rules, regulations, policies, and procedures as they relate to project and program compliance and reporting.
• Oral and written fluency required in English.
• Oral and written fluency preferred in Spanish and/or other local languages in Belize.

This job description 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. We offer competitive compensation and a package of exceptional benefits. Please visit the FHI 360 Career Center at http://www.fhi360.org/careers for a list of all open positions.

FHI 360 is an employer with equal opportunity and affirmative action. FHI 360 is committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or veteran status in policies, programs, or activities.

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.

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity 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, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

Our values and commitments to safeguarding: FHI 360 is committed to preventing any type of abuse, exploitation and harassment in our work environments and programs, including sexual abuse, exploitation and harassment. FHI 360 takes steps to safeguard the welfare of everyone who engages with our organization and programs and requires that all personnel, including staff members and volunteers, share this commitment and sign our code of conduct. All offers of employment will be subject to appropriate screening checks, including reference, criminal record and terrorism finance checks. FHI 360 also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (MDS), facilitated by the Steering Committee for Humanitarian Response. In line with the MDS, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any substantiated findings of sexual abuse, exploitation and/or harassment during the applicant’s tenure with previous employers. By applying, job applicants confirm their understanding of these recruitment procedures and consent to these screening checks.

FHI 360 will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.

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.

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity 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, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

Our values and commitments to safeguarding: FHI 360 is committed to preventing any type of abuse, exploitation and harassment in our work environments and programs, including sexual abuse, exploitation and harassment. FHI 360 takes steps to safeguard the welfare of everyone who engages with our organization and programs and requires that all personnel, including staff members and volunteers, share this commitment and sign our code of conduct. All offers of employment will be subject to appropriate screening checks, including reference, criminal record and terrorism finance checks. FHI 360 also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (MDS), facilitated by the Steering Committee for Humanitarian Response. In line with the MDS, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any substantiated findings of sexual abuse, exploitation and/or harassment during the applicant’s tenure with previous employers. By applying, job applicants confirm their understanding of these recruitment procedures and consent to these screening checks.

FHI 360 will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.

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