As Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) for Finance and Operations for a large-scale PEPFAR-funded project, you will be responsible for and serve as primary coordinator for all aspects of project finance, administration, compliance, and sub-award management. Under your leadership the operations will support to ensure the project improves access, retention, and adherence to effective HIV services and decrease stigma/discrimination for PLHIV affected by mental health (MH) issues (common and complex) and decrease health care worker stress, anxiety, and burnout to increase the quality of HIV/TB services in South Africa. You will also provide leadership and management of operational functions including Human Resources (HR), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Administration, Information and Communication Technology, and Security and Audit. This position is contingent upon funding.
Required languages – English
Travel – Must be willing and able to travel up to 15%.
Education and Experience
* Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or other relevant field, or a Bachelor’s degree with 10 years of relevant experience;
* 7 years of experience in the management of large-scale, complex, international development assistance programs;
* Minimum 5 years of experience in financial planning and management, procurement, and operations management and developing and managing large budgets and sub-awards
* Minimum 3 years of experience in direct supervision of professional staff.
* In depth knowledge of CDC/PEPFAR rules and regulations.
* Knowledge of relevant procurement regulations and local market conditions
* Familiarity with Oracle or similar or financial management software highly preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
* Excellent strategic, analytical, systems thinking, and problem-solving skills, with capacity to see the big picture and ability to make sound judgment and decisions.
* Excellent relations management abilities. Ability to relate to people at all levels internally and externally. Strategic in how you approach each relationship.
* Team leadership abilities with diverse/multi-disciplinary teams. Coaching/mentoring skills.
* Strong communications and presentation skills; able to develop tailored and persuasive messaging for varied audiences.
* Proactive, resourceful, solutions-oriented and results-oriented.
Preferred Qualifications
* Staff management experience and abilities that are conducive to a learning environment that reflects CRS’ commitment to diversity and gender equality.
* Knowledge of procurement and office administration/management issues.
* Ability to represent the agency at high levels.
* Proficient in MS Office package (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio), Web Conferencing Applications, and information and budget management systems.
Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff)
These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.
* Integrity
* Continuous Improvement & Innovation
* Builds Relationships
* Develops Talent
* Strategic Mindset
* Accountability & Stewardship
***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.
Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.
CRS’ talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.
CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and as partners people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.
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