Director of Finance and Administration at ABT Associates

Organization Overview

The International Health Division is committed to the improvement of health and healthcare delivery around the world.  Serving both the public and private sectors, our efforts include health policy research and evaluation, health promotion and disease prevention, health finance, and health systems management.  Our impact is felt in policies that ensure healthcare access for women, children, and individuals with special needs, in strengthening health infrastructures, and HIV/AIDS solutions.

Oppportunity

Abt Associates seeks a Director of Finance and Administration for an upcoming USAID-funded malaria control project in Nigeria. The project will focus on malaria in pregnancy, case management, and health systems strengthening in a number of states across the country.

The Director of Finance and Administration, under the supervision of the Chief of Party, will have primary responsibility for financial and administrative management for the project; supervision and oversight of all financial and administrative support staff; and establishment of the systems, procedures, and training of staff required to ensure compliance with USAID regulations and local law.  S/he will provide management support and oversight in the implementation of project activities in the areas of finance, human resources, administration, information technology and procurement at the project’s headquarters office and in several state offices. This position is contingent upon a successful contract award to Abt Associates.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Implement financial and administrative policies and procedures that meet project needs, corporate and client requirements, and local laws.
• Ensure compliance to terms and references of the contract.
• Provide training to field staff on project procedures, including building skill-levels of project staff in the area of finance, administration, and project management.
• Create and maintain financial reporting and tracking systems providing data to measure financial performance of project and project activities.
• Prepare budgets and revenue plans for project programming and corporate reporting.
• Provide on-going financial administration to project including preparation and approvals of purchase requisitions, consultant agreements, vendor invoices, and client invoices.
• Work with the COP to liaise with USAID on finance and administrative issues.
• Participate in negotiations with USAID on contract issues and actions and follow up on related requests and concerns.
• Lead procurement efforts for the project, including selection of and negotiation with vendors, and manage subcontractors on the project.
• Oversee grant awards, grant management, and grantee compliance.
• Develop and oversee systems for providing financial and administrative support to staff at the all levels.

Preferred Skills / Prerequisites

• A Master’s Degree (preferred), in Business, Finance, Accounting, or other relevant field. Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field required.
• At least 12 years of experience in a management position in the public or private sector, at least 5 years of which on USAID activities.
• Prior experience in Nigeria or Sub-Saharan Africa is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of USAID rules and regulations.
• Familiarity with Abt’s financial, accounting, and project management systems, policies, and procedures highly preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge, skills and/or experience in accounting, financial planning and management, and procurement, and other management support areas, as required;
• Demonstrated skills, abilities, and experience to:
  • Perform successfully in project roles of similar magnitude and complexity, including those funded by USAID;
  • Work collaboratively across technical disciplines;
  • Communicate effectively orally and in writing;
  • Apply excellent computer skills in word processing, spreadsheets, database management, and PowerPoint;
  • Manage grants under a contract; and
  • Travel to project locations within Nigeria, as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• (10+) years of experience with a bachelor degree OR the equivalent combination of education and experience.