Finance and Administrative Director for Accelerating Reductions in Adolescent Childbearing (ARaC)

Recruiter
World Vision Bangladesh
Location
Dhaka, Bangladesh
Salary
Negotiable
Posted
26 May 2023
Closes
13 Jun 2023
Ref
1150237
Job role
Finance director
Sector
Accounting - Public practice
Experience level
Director
Job Context
  • World Vision Bangladesh is seeking a Finance and Administrative Director for an anticipated five-year project titled, "Accelerating Reductions in Adolescent Childbearing (ARaC) in Bangladesh," which is funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID).
  • The purposes of the program are to: 1. Enhance adolescents` abilities to exercise their rights to delay early marriage and childbearing; 2. Strengthen social support to delay marriage and early childbearing; 3. Strengthen essential services for adolescents and their families; and 4. Institutionalize effective solutions.
  • Recruitment is contingent upon successful award of the project. Bangladeshi national candidates are encouraged to apply. Selection of final applicant is subject to USAID approval. The project is anticipated to begin in fall 2023.


Job Responsibilities
  • Advise program teams on resource integration options to meet match requirements of grants and on recovery of indirect and field ministry service costs for grants and private funding.
  • Lead the development of the annual program team operating budget, monitor actual performance, develop project projections, and manage administrative tasks of the project.
  • Review and/or generate financial reports for compliance with the USAID's requirements.
  • Analyze spending trends and provide feedback and analysis to team leaders and field colleagues on areas with significant over- or under spending.
  • Prepare close-out documentation at end of the project funding cycles in compliance with government regulations.
  • Support Internal and External audits, provide required information and facilitate audit recommendations implementation.
  • Consult with the National Office Financial Director and World Vision US Senior Financial Officer on cost allocations, general accounting, internal controls and administrative systems as required.
  • Implement financial policies in accordance with World Vision Field Financial Manual, USAID's rules and regulations, and local financial regulations.
  • Practice standard financial systems, including implementation of good internal controls, asset monitoring, and reconciliation of all funds accounts.
  • Oversee the preparation of financial documents and ledgers.
  • Assure that all grant policies and regulations are adhered to in the charging of cost.
  • Assure that cash transactions are well planned, controlled and reported.
  • Liaise with appropriate partner offices regarding financial and accounting issues.
  • Build capacity in the area of finance as needed for WV staff and subrecipient personnel.
  • Domestic travel is required at least 25% to monitor and conduct compliance test.
  • Domestic travel is required at least 25% to monitor and conduct compliance test.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.


Employment Status

Full-time

Workplace
  • Work at office


Educational Requirements
  • Master's degree in finance, business administration, accounting, or a related field, OR a bachelor's or certified accounting degree with 10 years of experience
  • Skills Required: Budgeting, USAID Grants Project, USG financial reporting


Experience Requirements
  • At least 5 year(s)
  • The applicants should have experience in the following area(s):
    Administrative, Financial Management, USAID Grant Project
  • The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):
    NGO


Additional Requirements
  • Age at least 30 years
  • Both males and females are allowed to apply
  • Master's degree in finance, business administration, accounting, or a related field, OR a bachelor's or certified accounting degree with 10 years of experience
  • Minimum five years' experience in administrative and financial management of large (defined here as having an annual budget of $2M or more), complex development contracts or agreements serving low-income and middle-income countries (LMICs).
  • Demonstrated experience and skills in developing and managing large budgets and familiarity with USG financial reporting and compliance requirements.
  • Demonstrated experience working in partnership with U.S. Government agencies is required. A certificate and/or formal training in financial and award management of USG grants/agreements is preferred.
  • Excellent command of Excel and SunSystems.
  • Language: Fluency in English required and Bangla a plus.
  • Experience living and working in Bangladesh is required.
  • Must be able to work in a cross-cultural environment.
  • Must be able to work with multiple deadlines and high demands.
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with absolute discretion.
  • Work in an international relief and development organization is preferred.
  • Knowledge of local taxation laws is preferred.
  • Experience in managing inter-agency consortiums is preferred.


Job Location

Dhaka

Salary
    Negotiable


Compensation & Other Benefits
  • T/A, Mobile bill, Provident fund, Weekly 2 holidays, Gratuity
  • Festival Bonus: 1
  • As per organizational policy


Job Source

Bdjobs.com Online Job Posting.