Country: United States of America
Closing date: 02 Jan 2015
Chemonics seeks an operations and compliance manager to support the dynamic and growing portfolio of projects within our Afghanistan Regional Business Unit. The manager will ensure that the day-to-day operations of the business unit run smoothly and that projects and the activities of our field operations are in compliance with all relevant regulations. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.
Responsibilities include:
• Ensure that projects and activities in Afghanistan are in compliance with contract and USAID and other federal government regulations and Chemonics policies, by supporting the review and approval of subcontracts, leases, teaming agreements, and other documents and providing hands-on assistance in their preparation
• Respond to project management unit and field team requests for assistance, information, and interpretation on a broad range of topics, such as allowances; contract regulations, procedures, and management; subcontracting procedures and management; grants under contracts; and cost, pricing, and billing issues and audit responses
• Coordinate all regional operations, including talent management, staffing and resourcing, performance management, staff recognition and events, and regional and portfolio management, including budgeting, financial management, and performance reporting
• Serve as the subject matter expert for business process mapping of contracts and compliance related field and home office business practices.
• Work with the field teams, operations, and project management units to optimize contract reviews to inform standardization of field office practices
• Actively participate in business development activities
• Manage staffing and resource requirements for home-office and field-office recruitment and portfolio/projects
• Maintain and expand technical knowledge in U.S. government contracting and other technical interests, by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies
• Promote staff development through coaching, mentoring, and facilitating professional growth opportunities
• Create a productive and motivating work environment for staff by establishing and maintaining partnerships across departments and projects; staying abreast of management, leadership, and team building strategies; and advocating for them within Chemonics and across projects
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required
• Minimum three years of administrative and/or technically relevant work experience
• Knowledge of USAID and develpment operations required
• Experience with a wide variety of contract types, including fixed price, indefinite quantity, cost reimbursement (award fee/fixed fee), and performance-based
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing
• Willingness to work overseas for up to four to eight weeks per year; experience living or working in developing countries preferred
• Strong administrative skills, word processing abilities, knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, and solid attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to follow standard practices and procedures, receive general instruction and supervision on work progress, and make significant contribution to end results
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and work prioritization skills
• Supervisory experience preferred
• Demonstrated leadership, versatility and integrity
How to apply:
Application Instructions:
Apply through our Career Center at https://www1.apply2jobs.com/Chemonics/ProfExt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.SearchJobs by January 2, 2015. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.
Chemonics is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age, or other legally protected characteristics. Military veterans, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
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