Financial Management Specialist, Early Grade Reading Program IREX

Position: Financial Management Specialist, Early Grade Reading Program

Location: Mozambique

Reports To: Chief of Party

Division: Education Programs Division

About IREX

IREX is an international nonprofit organization providing thought leadership and innovative programs to promote positive lasting change globally. We enable local individuals and institutions to build key elements of a vibrant society: quality education, independent media, and strong communities. To strengthen these sectors, our program activities also include conflict resolution, technology for development, women and youth.

Founded in 1968, IREX has an annual portfolio of over $60 million and a staff of over 500 professionals worldwide. IREX employs field-tested methods and innovative uses of technologies to develop practical and locally-driven solutions with our partners in more than 100 countries.

Summary of Position

IREX seeks a Financial Management Specialist for a USAID-funded Early Grade Reading Assessment Plus Quality Instruction and Management (EGRA+QIM) Project in Mozambique. The project’s overall goal will be to improve reading outcomes for students in grades 2-3 in Nampula and Zambezia provinces. The Finance Manager will support the Chief of Party in meeting program objectives and will be responsible for oversight of project finances and grant-making activities.

The position is contingent on funding.

Summary of Responsibilities:

· Assure that the program meets all IREX, USAID and Government of Mozambique requirements relative to USAID funds accountability and operations within Mozambique

· Track and analyze all costs incurred under the contract

· Maintain financial records for all contract activities, including tuition and other costs for degree programs, short-term technical training, and internships

· Ensure that appropriate financial record-keeping policies and practices are established and maintained

· Ensure that all procurement is in compliance with IREX policy and U.S. government regulations

· Monitor project budgets and provide required reporting

· Coordinate with IREX Finance team in Mozambique and at the home office

Skills and Qualifications:

· Advanced degree in business administration and management; with certification in accounting.

· Proven expertise with USG financial management and budgeting laws, regulations and practices.

· Minimum of 10 years of experience working in finance in the non-profit, private and/or government sector.

· Experience in managing large annual operating budget of approximately $10-15 million per year.

· Demonstrated ability to work with host government and cooperating partners in implementing a complex project in the field under challenging circumstances.

· Skilled in managing and compiling financial data for reporting and ensuring compliance with all donor requirements.

· Excellent computer skills as they relate to financial management.

· Excellent interpersonal and team work skills.

· Superior written and oral communication skills in English are essential. Advanced working knowledge of Portuguese language is essential.

To Apply

Go to http://www.irex.org/careers and click on Current Openings. Then click on the corresponding position and apply through our website. Please supply a resume and a cover letter with your application.

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