Description
Tetra Tech International Development is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified candidates for a potential Director of Administration and Finance (DAF) position on an anticipated USAID-funded program in the Philippines
Position Description/Summary:
Tetra Tech is preparing to respond to an upcoming USAID solicitation for a new multiyear activity to support the Government of the Philippines (GPH) in fulfilling the country's water security goals. Specifically, the expected activity will seek to foster more resilient communities, ecosystems, and economy through a set of complimentary activities including: 1) improving water service providers' performance for increased access to sustainable WASH services; 2) enhancing institutional processes for accelerating water security at sub-national level; and 3) strengthening national water sector institutions, governance, and financing strengthened to enable scaling of actions to increase water security.
The DAF will be responsible for ensuring the project's compliant operations, financial management and administration per USAID and Tetra Tech rules and regulations. A full-time position based in in Manila, Philippines. The DAF will work under the direction of the Chief of Party (COP) and will coordinate closely with Tetra Tech's Home Office Project Management Team.
Responsibilities:
* Ensures compliance of project operations with USAID, Tetra Tech Home Office, and other required administrative policies and guidelines;
* Oversees a team responsible for administration, finance, contracts and procurement, human resources, security and logistics;
* Works with the technical teams to identify operational needs to support workplan execution - budget forecasts, procurement plans, subcontractor and consultant requisition, etc.
* Ensures timely financial and other administrative reporting;
* Oversees the hiring and support to project staff in line with local labor laws; and
* Ensures Tetra Tech's full compliance with local labor laws, tax codes, registration and other GPH requirements.
Minimum Qualification Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in an appropriate discipline such as administration or international development. A master's degree is desirable;
* Minimum of 10 years of similar experience managing administration and finance for USAID contracts;
* Experience providing contractual and financial oversight to USAID-funded projects in the Philippines or Southeast Asia;
* Supervisory experience managing a team working in the areas of financial management, budgeting, accounting, payroll, procurement and subcontracting, human resources, and logistical support services;
* Knowledge of USAID rules and regulations;
*Excellent organizational skills and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, stressful environment;
*Fluency in written and oral English and Filipino is required.
To be considered, please submit the following:
* CV in reverse chronological format
* Cover Letter
Please indicate where you saw Tetra Tech's IDS ad posted.
Please ensure that only the requested documents noted above are submitted. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
Tetra Tech International Development is committed to safeguarding and technical excellence in equality and social inclusion. Our team of dedicated Gender, Youth, and Social Inclusion (GYSI) advisers work closely with our staff and partners to share international norms and best practices to improve the livelihoods of the world's most marginalized groups. Tetra Tech International Development is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives that aim to expand inclusion and an authentic sense of belonging to all our staff regardless of background.
Reasonable Accommodations:
We are dedicated to hiring an inclusive workforce. If you would like to request reasonable accommodations during the application process, please visit Tetra Tech's Disability Assistance Page. Our recruitment team looks forward to engaging in an interactive process to provide reasonable accommodations for candidates.
Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees — 27,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities/Veterans employer.
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