The Mitchell Group, Inc Finance and Administration Specialist - USAID/Ethiopia Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Activity Jobs in Ethiopia
The Mitchell Group, Inc Finance and Administration Specialist - USAID/Ethiopia Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Activity Jobs in Ethiopia
OverviewTMG is seeking a Finance and Administration Specialist candidate for the upcoming USAID-funded Ethiopia Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Activity.
This anticipated project will assist USAID/Ethiopia with project and activity evaluation, performance monitoring, knowledge management and performance management support services in alignment with the USAID Automated Direct System (ADS) 201, USAID’s Evaluation Policy, and the Journey to Self-Reliance (J2SR).
This activity will inform monitoring, evaluation, and learning throughout all stages of the Program Cycle, supporting USAID’s focus on adaptive management to increase developmental effectiveness, and emphasizing CLA approaches to ensure that programs are coordinated with others, grounded in a strong evidence base, and iteratively adapted to remain relevant throughout implementation.
This position is contingent on TMG being awarded this project.
Position Description
TMG is seeking a full-time Finance and Administration Specialist for the USAID Ethiopia Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning activity. The position is full-time, will be based in Addis Abba.
Please note
This is a local position. Only candidates with Ethiopian citizenship will be considered. **
Responsibilities
The Finance and Administration Specialist will have primary responsibility for ensuring the integrity and usefulness of the Contractor financial systems; facilitating the Contractor’s internal administrative operations; ensuring that the Contractor meets programmatic, financial and other reporting requirements; and for delivering the “performance” sub-result, related to providing logistical and other services. The Finance and Administration Specialist will be responsible for the financial and administrative management of the project.
Oversees the day-to-day project financial management, accounting and operations
Support the DCOP and COP develop and prepare budget forecasts and manage expenses within approved budget.
Maintain appropriate systems and cost-effective, timely procedures and controls such as cash management, vendor payments, and budgeting to properly disburse, account, budget, and report funds
Maintains and manages field office accounts, in coordination with TMG headquarters (HQ)
Supports the MEL Activity Management in preparing and tracking project budgets and budget projections
Reviews vouchers and payment requests, including proper back-up documentation to ensure compliance with
TMG policies and procedures and USAID rules and regulations
Supports the procurement and inventory management processes of project supplies, services, and other items in accordance with USAID rules and regulations
Ensures timely payments to staff, consultants, and vendors
Calculates and issues payroll; calculates and submits payroll taxes to the proper Ugandan authorities
Maintains complete, accurate and timely financial records in compliance with USAID and TMG policies and procedures; prepares and submits monthly financial reports as directed by TMG headquarters in timely manner
Assist the DCOP in the successful implementation of the project including the timely completion of high-quality, budget forecast and financial statements
Prepares estimates of monthly cash requirements and submits to TMG/USAID Ethiopia MEL Activity Management
Support the DCOP in coordination with TMG’s local legal and accounting advisors; serving as liaison between local external auditing authorities and TMG headquarters
Treasury management, including daily cash position and accounts and petty cash
Management of field office financial filing system (both paper and electronic), in coordination with TMG HQ
Oversee smooth project close-out in compliance with contract terms and USAID regulations
Job Requirements
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
A minimum of 6 years of experience managing, in increasing roles of responsibility, finance, procurement, contracts management, construction, logistics and/or human resource related matters for international development activities of similar dollar value
In-depth knowledge of US government financial management, rules and regulations required
Experience in managing donor funded procurements and subcontracts/grants
Experience with USAID contracts and overseeing international and local sub-recipients and grantees
English fluency is required
Preferred Qualifications
An advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field from an accredited university/college is preferred
Certified Public Accounting or Chartered Financial Accounting qualification preferred
Proven expertise in finance, accounting and auditing, including automated financial systems, as well as results-oriented grants management, including financial planning, monitoring of grant compliance and management and establishment of internal controls.
How to Apply
Interested Applicants shall submit application letter and CV clearly indicating the Position through e mail: ldenegetu@ethiopiatmela.com on or before October 30, 2020.
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