Job Details:
Organisation: CARE - USA
Deadline Fri, 8 Aug 2014
Job type: Permanent
Location:
Afghanistan
Bangladesh
India
Nepal
Pakistan
Philippines
Sri Lanka
Thailand
CARE is seeking a talented Regional Manager Program Support. The purpose of this position is to assist Country Offices (CO) in the region to develop, strengthen and maintain relevant, effective and efficient management systems that improve operations and reduce risk.
The position will be responsible for the support to COs in all areas of administration, procurement, inventory, property management, vehicle management, Information Technology (IT)/communication, Human Resources (HR), security, Internal audit, Legal, Finance, Grants Management and Sub-grant management. S/he will work in tandem with the Deputy Regional Director - Program Support (DRD-PS) who is responsible for overseeing all the Program Support (PS) areas in the region.
S/he will also work closely with the Regional Director, the Country Directors, the Shared Services Centre (SSC) focal points for Asia region to ensure that the COs in the region have effective and efficient program support functions in place and that those functions operate at levels in line with agreed upon organizational standards. The incumbent is responsible for identifying weaknesses in CO program support systems through CO visits and reviews of CO financial and audit reports and then working with the COs to correct those weaknesses.
The position will support the DRD-PS in overseeing the compliance with and execution of policies and procedures for PS developed by CARE Headquarters (HQ), SSC and the COs. S/he will also identify, record and share best practices in the area of PS. S/he will liaise closely with HQ point persons in the areas of HR, IT, Security and Administration. S/He will also liaise with the various SSC focal points and Donor Compliance and Assurance Unit (DCAU) focal points in the areas of Finance, Grants Management and Audit readiness. S/he will facilitate information sharing and networking within the region and between regions.
The incumbent will visit COs on a regular basis to review structures, systems and capacities and then offer assistance in helping rectify areas which have been identified for improvement. S/he will also identify common concerns across the COs in the region and identify systemic solutions to those concerns. S/he will promote collaboration across the COs, as well as maintain close relations with the appropriate units in HQ and SSC.
This position will play a key role in the development and implementation of training programs for CO PS staff, as well as senior managers and program staff in the region.
S/he will report to the DRD-PS. Substantial travel to countries in the region will be required as well as occasional travels to other regions and Atlanta, primarily for training events.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Enhance Country Office Management Controls
- Financial and Grants Management Support
- Staff Capacity Building and Support
- Country Office Operations and Audit Readiness
- Networking and Liaison
- Support Services Functions Support
Required Skills:
- Master’s degree in a field related to management (including HR, finance, procurement, etc.), backed up and updated by appropriate supplemental training
- At least 5 years experience (prefer at least 3 at the Assistant Country Director- ACD level) in management of Program Support functions
- Fluent English and both written and spoken
- Ability to lead teams and promote cross learning
- Comprehensive knowledge of the operating environment and challenges of a variety of Finance and PS systems, including PeopleSoft and Adaptive Planning
- Practical, hands-on professional experience in HR, accounting, auditing, financial analysis, management of IT equipment and systems, and donor reporting
- Knowledge of the policies, regulations, reporting formats, and cultures of CARE’s principle donors, including United States Agency for International Development (USAID), European Commission (EC), Department For International Development (DFID), Norwegian Agency for Development (NORAD), Danish International Development Agency (DANIDA), and others
- Training and facilitation skills
To apply for this position, please visit our website here: http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH05/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=CAREUSA&cws=1&rid=2389
Our diversity is our strength; we encourage people from all backgrounds and experiences, particularly women, to apply.
The closing date for this posting, if listed, is approximate. Job postings may be removed from CARE`s career website at any time.
REGIONAL MANAGER PROGRAM SUPPORT
Job posted by: CARE - USA - Fri, 25 Jul 2014Job Details:
Organisation: CARE - USA
Deadline Fri, 8 Aug 2014
Job type: Permanent
Location: Afghanistan Bangladesh India Nepal Pakistan Philippines Sri Lanka Thailand
CARE is seeking a talented Regional Manager Program Support. The purpose of this position is to assist Country Offices (CO) in the region to develop, strengthen and maintain relevant, effective and efficient management systems that improve operations and reduce risk.
The position will be responsible for the support to COs in all areas of administration, procurement, inventory, property management, vehicle management, Information Technology (IT)/communication, Human Resources (HR), security, Internal audit, Legal, Finance, Grants Management and Sub-grant management. S/he will work in tandem with the Deputy Regional Director - Program Support (DRD-PS) who is responsible for overseeing all the Program Support (PS) areas in the region.
S/he will also work closely with the Regional Director, the Country Directors, the Shared Services Centre (SSC) focal points for Asia region to ensure that the COs in the region have effective and efficient program support functions in place and that those functions operate at levels in line with agreed upon organizational standards. The incumbent is responsible for identifying weaknesses in CO program support systems through CO visits and reviews of CO financial and audit reports and then working with the COs to correct those weaknesses.
The position will support the DRD-PS in overseeing the compliance with and execution of policies and procedures for PS developed by CARE Headquarters (HQ), SSC and the COs. S/he will also identify, record and share best practices in the area of PS. S/he will liaise closely with HQ point persons in the areas of HR, IT, Security and Administration. S/He will also liaise with the various SSC focal points and Donor Compliance and Assurance Unit (DCAU) focal points in the areas of Finance, Grants Management and Audit readiness. S/he will facilitate information sharing and networking within the region and between regions.
The incumbent will visit COs on a regular basis to review structures, systems and capacities and then offer assistance in helping rectify areas which have been identified for improvement. S/he will also identify common concerns across the COs in the region and identify systemic solutions to those concerns. S/he will promote collaboration across the COs, as well as maintain close relations with the appropriate units in HQ and SSC.
This position will play a key role in the development and implementation of training programs for CO PS staff, as well as senior managers and program staff in the region.
S/he will report to the DRD-PS. Substantial travel to countries in the region will be required as well as occasional travels to other regions and Atlanta, primarily for training events.
Primary Responsibilities:
Required Skills:
To apply for this position, please visit our website here: http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH05/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=CAREUSA&cws=1&rid=2389
Our diversity is our strength; we encourage people from all backgrounds and experiences, particularly women, to apply.
The closing date for this posting, if listed, is approximate. Job postings may be removed from CARE`s career website at any time.