Finance and Operations Director (Financial Manager III) – US Based – Inclusive Development and Equitable Assistance (IDEA) LWA

Company Description

EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTER (EDC)

EDC is one of the world’s leading nonprofit research and development firms. EDC designs, implements, and evaluates programs to improve education, health, and economic opportunity worldwide. Collaborating with both public and private partners, we strive for a world where all people are empowered to live healthy, productive lives.

EDC’s approach to equity, diversity, and inclusion is grounded in EDC’s commitment to respect the dignity of each individual. EDC has a commitment to promoting equity and access to high quality education and health services that contribute to thriving communities where people from diverse backgrounds learn, live, and work together. EDC expresses its commitment to increasing equity through its strategies, services and products, which contribute to building capacity and transforming lives.

Job Description

The Inclusive Development and Equitable Assistance (IDEA) Leader with Associate Award is a new five-year global activity, which will also include future Associate Awards. IDEA will enhance capacity among organizations of marginalized and underrepresented groups and/or people in vulnerable situations as they advance their own development goals and are more intentionally engaged in international development efforts. IDEA partners with marginalized and underrepresented groups and/or people in vulnerable situations, USAID, and other key stakeholders to shift the global discourse on equity and inclusion and implement more equitable and inclusive policies, planning and practices across USAID missions and offices to advance inclusive development and inclusive localization.  

The Finance and Operations Director (FD) (Financial Manager III) is responsible for compliance with USAID and EDC policy and the overall financial administration of the project, including: administration of project operations, forecasting and tracking field office expenditures, and overseeing daily financial management.

The ideal candidate will be based in or near Washington, DC; however, US-based telecommuters will be considered.

The Finance and Operations Director (FD) (Financial Manager III) will report to the Chief of Party.

You will:

• Supervise and manage all aspects of day-to-day operations and finance functions in the project
• Assist in the implementation of effective and efficient systems of internal controls
• Ensure compliance with EDC and USAID policies and procedures
• Review all payment documents for proper and adequate back-up and monitor cash flow
• Monitors project spending, including quarterly analysis to identify over or under-spending, bring any issues to the attention of the Chief of Party for action
• Manage procurement of equipment and supplies following EDC and funder regulations
• Responsible for ensuring that all employees and vendors are vetted according to EDC policies; 
• Identify and lead training on areas of growth in financial and operational management to provide capacity building for partner organizations and/or grantees;
• Develop training materials and organize/facilitate workshops (remote and in person) to support partner organizations and/or grantees to strengthen operational and financial management systems;
• Serves as a liaison with EDC Home Office Accounting to facilitate financial management processes including: contributing to preparation of cost to complete projections, providing guidance and oversight on project financial management, and participating as appropriate, in resolution of financial issues; 
• Other duties, as assigned. 

Qualifications

Education:

• Master’s degree (or Bachelor’s degree with professional certification) in business, accounting, finance, international development or other related field..

Skills & Experience:

• At least eight years of experience with increasing responsibility in accounting and/or financial management, including the management and oversight of multimillion-dollar, USAID-funded project budgets and financial reporting;
• Extensive knowledge of and financial management experience with USAID funded-programs (experience with USAID agreements preferred);
• Demonstrated and detailed understanding of financial management and accounting principles; and
• Proven ability to manage a team and corresponding workflow.
• Fluency in English required. Proficiency in additional languages is considered a plus

Additional Information

EDC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to enhancing the diversity of its workforce and ensuring an equitable and highly inclusive work environment. EDC is a smoke-free workplace, and offers a supportive work environment,