Tetra Tech Director of Administration and Finance – Water, Sanitation and Hygiene – Governance Institutions and Policy Water Jobs in Zambia
Tetra Tech Director of Administration and Finance – Water, Sanitation and Hygiene – Governance Institutions and Policy Water Jobs in Zambia
Position Description/Summary The purpose of the Water, Sanitation and Hygiene – Governance Institutions and Policy (WASH-GIP) Activity is to facilitate private sector-driven sustainable access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene services, strengthen the enabling environment through accountability and citizens engagement in underserved areas of Zambia (Northern, Western and Muchinga Provinces) for improved health and economic outcomes.
Responsibilities
Provide guidance to all staff for complying with the budgetary regulations of Tetra Tech and USAID;
Oversee and manage administrative and financial staff;
Manage Financial Accounting System including managing cash flow, tracking expenditures and preparing monthly financial reports in compliance with USAID and Tetra Tech requirements and regulations;
Provide financial and budgetary information to the Home Office for USAID, as needed;
Provide guidance and organize training, as necessary, for staff on relevant USAID, Tetra Tech and Government of Zambia rules and regulations;
Participate in project procurement process of goods and consulting services in assisting the procurement process in drafting requests, analyzing proposals, drafting contracts, negotiating contracts and prices, reviewing contractual deliverables for quality and preparing the required documentation;
Manage HR lifecycle process and HR records for each employee including
employment contracts, employment evaluation forms and annual leave; responsible for compliance with local labor laws;
Manage confidential payment of monthly payroll and orders payments of income tax, pension health and unemployment benefits to government funds;
Manage project property and resources in compliance with USAID and Tetra Tech Home Office guidelines and regulations, including submission of monthly and other periodic reports.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher in business administration, accounting, finance, or similar field is required;
Minimum of 7 years of experience in financial management and administration;
Minimum of 4 years working experience in senior supervisory role related to accounting, payroll procurement and logistical support services;
Experience providing contractual and financial oversight to donor and USAID funded projects between $10-$20 million;
Experience with procurement required;
Experience with grants preferred;
Excellent organization skills and ability to work effectively in fast-paced, demanding environment;
Detail-oriented and ability to prioritize tasks and support program implementation while ensuring adherence to required policies and protocols;
Accounting/audit certifications preferred;
English language fluency (oral and written) is required;
Zambian Nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Tetra Tech Director of Administration and Finance – Water, Sanitation and Hygiene – Governance Institutions and Policy Water Jobs in Zambia
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