CARE seeks a Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) – Operations for the anticipated USAID-funded Kayd for Somalia Resilient and Inclusive Economic Development activity. The activity seeks to accelerate economic recovery in south-west Somalia by increasing individual, household, community, and systemic resilience through rural and urban economic diversification. This procurement is approximately in the range of $50-100 million and will be released in February 2022.
This position is open to Somali and international candidates and is contingent upon award and funding. Somali candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. The position is anticipated to be based in Mogadishu.
The DCOP–Operations will be responsible for ensuring day-to-day implementation of the project at central and regional levels, in compliance with CARE processes and procedures and USAID regulations. S/he will be accountable for overall financial and administrative operations systems management and oversight, working closely with the Finance Team. S/he will ensure financial operations comply with CARE and USAID regulations. The DCOP–Operations is accountable for budgeting and forecasting, data processing and record-keeping, and internal control systems and compliance of the program. The successful candidate will ensure that management systems enable quality reporting to the donor, with accurate and timely data from the field that is synthesized and in accordance with donor requirements. He/she will also mentor, supervise, and develop the capacity of his/her direct reports.
The DCOP–Operations reports to the Chief of Party and is a member of the program’s Senior Management Team (SMT). The SMT defines the project’s strategic orientation, develops team-based work processes, and ensures timely achievement of performance targets through good stewardship of project resources and effective feedback between monitoring and decision making. Other important functions of this position include staff management/performance management, development, and capacity building (including for grantees); oversight of operations and administration functions; quality review and analysis of financial reports to support management decision-making on the project; and compliance and control functions.
Primary responsibilities:
- Oversee day-to-day operations and financial management of the project.
- Collaborate closely with the Chief of Party, CARE’s Country Director, Deputy Country Director, Operations, Finance Director, and other senior project staff to ensure compliance with USAID requirements in all financial, administrative, and other operational areas. Collaborate with program leads to identify resources that help the program meet its goals, deliverables, and milestones.
- Contribute to the development of annual work plans and translate the work plan to line items in order to develop annual and project budgets. Coordinate input for the annual budgeting process with the Chief of Party and partners. Develop budgets, and budget forecasts, and monitor budgets on an on-going basis.
- Monitor expenses against the program budget, and provide precise, detailed, reports during project start-up and throughout implementation and close-out.
- Manage all aspects of procurement, from planning to purchasing, in compliance with CARE’s policies and standards.
- Review periodic financial and operations reports with the Chief of Party, Country Director, and other program leads. Take the lead on addressing any issues that might impact the program achieving its goals.
- Ensure compliance with all USAID regulations and CARE policies, practices, and regulations.
- Advise project staff on donor requirements; provide training on financial management, recordkeeping, operational systems, and policies as needed.
- Analyze project expenses, including partner financial reports, on a monthly and quarterly basis.
- Coordinate with partner organizations to ensure consistent, effective, and efficient use of project resources. Monitor financial performance and progress toward objectives.
- Provide information, advice and technical assistance to partners and sub awardees on project related compliance issues such as financial reporting requirements, audit reports, procurement, and award monitoring.
- 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.
- Ensure preparation and submission of complete and accurate financial reports and cash requests to CARE and USAID.
- Maintain effective linkages between technical components and finance and administrative functions within the project.
- Prepare all required documentation for accounting and audits.
- Supervise and mentor project operations and finance staff.
Minimum qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Business Administration, or equivalent degree/s in finance, accounting, commerce, or closely related field.
- Minimum of 8 years’ experience managing financial, accounting, and operations functions for large, multi-faceted USAID projects in the $50 million and up range.
- In-depth familiarity and experience with USAID project accounting requirements and experience in creating, utilizing, and managing systems and staff––and local partners––that ensure compliance with those requirements.
- Demonstrated experience managing financial and operational oversight of field/regional offices.
- Experience in budget monitoring and managing financial reporting requirements.
- Minimum of four years of progressively responsible supervisory experience, including direct supervision and mentoring of a team of operations and financial staff.
- Balance of strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated success in achieving results under challenging implementation circumstances.
- Previous experience in Somalia is an advantage but not a requirement.
- Fluency in English is required; knowledge of local languages (Arabic or Somali) is a plus.
- Ability to travel within Somalia as required and as the security situation allows.
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