The objective of this project is to increase use of and access to digital financial services, mobile and internet, and increase the use of data for strategic planning and adaptive programming with USAID missions, bureaus, and independent offices. This project will work with organizations to conduct diagnostic services, program design & implementation, research projects, and develop tools and approaches that will help reach the objective.
- Ensure that all planned activities are being successfully implemented
- Manage sub-awardees in coordination with USAID
- Prepare, review and oversee sound financial management systems
- Prepare, review and oversee project reports on a timely manner
- Enforce the established internal control mechanisms that adhere to FHI 360 and USAID compliance system
- Establish and maintain partnerships with internal and external stakeholders on project matters
- Supervise technical and administrative staff.
- Plan, direct and coordinate technical and operational activities to ensure that project goals and objectives are accomplished with prescribed timeframes and funding parameters and in compliance with USAID regulations and FHI 360 policies
- Collaborate with relevant technical specialists and stakeholders beyond the project staff to ensure coordination of materials and communication message strategies and avoid gaps and overlaps
- Oversee monitoring and evaluation of project indicators and knowledge management activities
- Oversee project human resources
- Serve as key representative of project with USAID and other partners
- Previous experience with significant management responsibility
- At least 3 years of experience in managing a sub-award/sub-contract program that serves clients in the developing world
- At least 5 years of experience in mid-to senior level position at a non-governmental organizations implementing/managing programs in the developing context
- Experience managing projects in compliance with USAID rules and regulations
- Outstanding professional reputation and strong demonstrated interpersonal, written, and oral presentation skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, technical and operational staff, and to develop and maintain compatibility among project staff, subcontractors, consultants, and recipients of assistance
- Excellent leadership, interpersonal and relationship building skills
- Technical knowledge and expertise about ICT4D strongly preferred
- Experience collaborating with NGOs, government ministries and officials, donors, and community-based institutions
- Strong analytical skills rooted in familiarity with management of international development programs
- Professional Written and Spoken English
This position is contingent upon funding and USAID approval.
This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.
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FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. FHI 360 is an equal employment and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable law.