Closeout Manager– Operations, Finance, Logistics at Palladium Group

This Opportunity

• IHP is seeking a Closeout Manager – Operations, Finance, and Logistics to provide support during close out of all task orders and to complete key operations, finance, and logistics related tasks.

Reporting and Supervision

• This role will report directly to the Director of Finance and Administration in Abuja. This position will also work closely with the various State Finance and Administration Directors and State Teams. The position will be in Abuja, Nigeria with frequent travel to Bauchi, Kebbi, Sokoto, and Ebonyi.

 Primary Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Provide program management and surge support to the Chief of Party (COP), Director of Finance and Administration, and State Finance and Administration Directors on an as-needed basis.
•  Work with team based in Abuja on key operational tasks, and travel to the different task order states to assist operational and finance staff with close-out related tasks.
•  Work with team based in Washington, DC to coordinate on key operational tasks and closeout duties for all task orders on an as needed basis.
•  Provide ongoing close-out support across the following areas: Programmatic, Personnel, Administrative, Financial, Legal, Contracts & Compliance, Facilities, Logistics, Grants/Procurements, Records Management, and Operations.
•  Maintain an updated Closeout Tracker and coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure that all closeout tasks are completed in a timely, accurate manner.

 Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years of experience managing Operations, Finance, and Logistics related activities with an emphasis on USAID-funded projects.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, including the ability to manage large projects, budgets, and client expectations.
• High level of computer literacy.
• Ability to deal appropriately with sensitive issues and maintain a high level of confidentiality at all times.
• Experience with closeout of USAID funded contracts would be an added advantage.
• Willingness to travel frequently for 2-3 weeks at a time.
• Nigerian nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.