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FINANCE DIRECTOR
PORT-AU-PRINCE, HAITI

UMCOR is seeking a Finance Director in Port-Au-Prince. The purpose of UMCOR’s Haiti mission is to provide emergency response, early recovery and transitional development assistance in the affected regions of Haiti. The Financial Director’s primary responsibility is to provide overall financial leadership for Haiti mission. The Financial Director’s primary responsibility is to provide overall financial leadership for the Haiti mission. The Finance Director for UMCOR Haiti is accountable and reports to the UMCOR Treasurer, through the Comptroller UMCOR-NGO while also amenable to the Head of Mission for Haiti. Primary Responsibilities: Finance: Generate and maintain all budgets for various donors. Ensure budgets are spent according to donor requirements. Prepare realignments, and final financial reports to donors. Oversee and approve all payments by cash and wire transfer. Maintain proper cash controls, and review all bank reconciliation. Generate monthly financial statements and send it to HQ on a timely basis. Ensure finance department and UMCOR Haiti meet GAAP standards, and all donor requirements related to finance. Review policies and procedures, and recommend revision as necessary. Prepare and allocate payroll and fringe benefits for international and national staff. Oversee the tracking of project contracts and payments. Track all expenses by donor, and office. Conduct field audits. Work with external auditors and prepare all reports, representation letter, and management letter response. Analyze and project estimated expenses by office. Ensure all offices and staff have adequate coverage in budgets. Oversee cash flow projections. Oversee cash requests to individual offices, and preparation of cash request for HQ. Participate in Senior Management Team. Contribute to policies decisions, and decisions related to overall goals of UMCOR Haiti. Provide training to Finance staff, and assist in staff developing necessary skills to make them eligible for advancement. Procurement: Oversee procurement department and maintenance of centralized procurement activities. Review and oversee update of procurement procedures. Ensure all staff is following, and using uniform contracts, invitations to bid, and other related forms. Monitor bid selection process. Participate in bid selection committee. Oversee maintenance of all vehicles and equipment. Ensure records are accurate and updated. Inventories are performed on periodic basis. Oversee safeguarding of all assets. Perform any other tasks as directed by the Treasurer of UMCOR. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting is required; five plus years experience in accounting including preparation of complete financial statements (balance sheet and income statement) is required. Written and oral communication skills in English and French required. Working knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, and audit preparation as well as familiarity with U.S. Government and other institutional donor compliance issues is an asset. Ability to use DDI, AccPac and ADP software is helpful. Must possess functional and generalist expertise as well as strong interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and computer-related skills. Prior experience with NGO in the region highly desirable. TO APPLY: Submit your cover letter (notes) and resume through our website at http://jobs- umcor.icims.com/umcor_jobs/jobs/candidate/job.jsp?jobid=1183&mode=view or fax to UMCOR’s Headquarters in New York at 212-870-3593. Application deadline is 2/12/10. UMCOR is seeking qualified candidates for immediate deployment. No telephone inquiries please. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thanks for your interest in UMCOR.

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LOGISTICS & PROCUREMENT COORDINATOR
PORT-AU-PRINCE, HAITI

UMCOR is seeking a Logistics and Procurement Coordinator in Haiti. The purpose of UMCOR’s Haiti mission is to provide emergency response, early recovery and transitional development assistance in the affected regions of Haiti. The Logistics & Procurement Coordinator works under the UMCOR Haiti Head of Mission and Finance Director to lead the logistics and procurement operations related to all UMCOR Haiti programs. Essential functions: Logistics and Procurement Coordinator supports operations in UMCOR Haiti, including relief items distribution and monitoring in emergencies. Logistics responsibilities involve fleet management, assets management, warehousing, personnel travel management, safety planning and staff movement monitoring, and IT equipment and mail server maintenance. Procurement responsibilities entail the formulation of contract strategy, procurement planning and the coordination of the overall procurement process. Staff management includes a team of national staff and multiple field offices. The position is based in Port-au-Prince with regular travel to field offices. Primary responsibilities: Assessing and leading the logistical and procurement needs/dept. of the mission in order to meet emergency response, early recovery and transitional development programming, as well as mission operational capacity. In collaboration with Program/ Field Coordinators and Managers, routinely assessing the security situation in Haiti and briefing the Head of Mission on human safety and security planning and management. Maintaining a routine presence in UMCOR’s field offices to understand program needs and to support field operations. Providing strategic guidance on logistics and procurement operations to UMCOR’s units and field offices as well as to local partners and stakeholders. Managing and maintaining UMCOR’s vehicle fleet, warehouses and communications equipment, including networks and servers. Maintaining an up-to-date inventory of UMCOR assets as well as service and supplier contracts. Supervising national Logistics Officer(s) and Procurement Coordinator(s) in UMCOR Haiti’s Head Office and Field Offices. Managing the implementation of sound procurement practices to minimize costs. Evaluating UMCOR’s procurement policies/ procedures and recommending changes where applicable to enhance the procurement process. Developing a consolidated supplier base to meet current and future service and commodity needs. Negotiating and managing all contracts and agreements for assigned services and commodities; obtaining legal advice on service and contractual issues as necessary. Analyzing and forecasting the key cost drivers and market factors for assigned commodities and services. To establish and implement warehouse procedures and administration according to UMCOR standards including stock checks as outlined in the guidelines. Ensuring logistics and procurement compliance with UMCOR’s standards, policies and procedures. To produce on a monthly basis logistics reports including: Procurement report, Fleet management report, Stock report and Assets list. Responsible for developing and implementing efficient UMCOR logistic support systems to all site program and operational activities. To establish and maintain an UMCOR logs filing system to include all equipment manuals, maintenance schedules and logs documentation e.g. way bills. QUALIFICATIONS: Five years of progressive logistics and procurement experience, preferably with international humanitarian organizations. Cross-functional business team environment experience preferred. BA/BS degree in Logistics/ Materials Management and/or equivalent. A solid background in leading and managing multi-faceted logistics and procurement in both emergency response and early recovery stage programming via pro-active systems, staff and dept. development, while working in an insecure environment. Strong procurement, logistics, networking, management and financial skills required. Excellent written and oral communication skills in English (and French preferably) required. Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to lead, influence and motivate others. Must have strong human resource management skills. Experience in working in insecure environments is essential. Experience in working with faith-based organizations is a plus. TO APPLY: Submit your cover letter (notes) and resume through our website at http://jobs- umcor.icims.com/umcor_jobs/jobs/candidate/job.jsp?jobid=1252&mode=view or fax to UMCOR’s Headquarters in New York at 212-870-3593. Application deadline is 2/12/10. UMCOR is seeking qualified candidates for immediate deployment. No telephone inquiries please. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thanks for your interest in UMCOR.

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SENIOR BUSINESS PROPOSAL/PRICING ANALYST I
WASHINGTON, DC

AED seeks a Senior Business Proposal/ Pricing Analyst I for our Bids and Proposals Department. Driven by Passion. Guided by Respect. Focused on Results. We believe these values are essential to the Academy for Educational Development’s (AED) ability in making a difference in individual lives. The Academy for Educational Development (AED) is an independent, nonprofit organization committed to addressing human development needs in the United States and throughout the world. The Senior Business Proposal Analyst I will be responsible for the complete development of complex financial proposals. In addition, s/he will be responsible for the preparation of subcontractor cost proposal packages and negotiations with subcontractors, proposed employees and consultants. The Senior Business Proposal Analyst will also be responsible for cost negotiations with clients both as a prime contractor and as a subcontractor, and any other submissions as required by AED’s technical team or the client. This individual must have strong bid/ development skills as well as actual hands- on past experience in preparing project budgets. REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s or equivalent work experience required; Minimum six years experience in cost proposal development, financial analysis, and contracts negotiation; Grant proposal development experience desirable; Knowledge and understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), AIDAR, Labor, Education, Health and Human Services, U.S. Information Agency as well as such multi-lateral banks as the World Bank, Asian Development Bank, Inter-American Bank, etc.; Knowledge, understanding, and experience working with the U.S. Agency for International Development regulations and handbooks required. TO APPLY: Interested applicants should apply online with a resume with cover letter referencing position #CB9472. Please visit our website at http://www.aed.org. We thank all individuals for their interest in AED, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Individuals responding to job postings are considered applicants if you meet the following criteria: (1) have expressed interest through the Internet, email or other related technologies, (2) are considered by the AED for a particular position, (3) possess the basic qualifications for the position and (4) do not at any point remove yourself from consideration. AA/EOE/M/F/D/V

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FINANCE MANAGER
MALAWI

Abt seeks a Finance Manager for a USAID-funded Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) project based in Africa. The Finance Manager will provide overall project support and will be responsible for the financial administration of the project. Specific responsibilities include: Assure the development and monitoring of project budgets, accurate financial reports, and projection of funding needs, in close coordination with the COP/DCOP and the Contract Administrator at Abt/Bethesda. Per USAID and Abt Associates guidance, assure that the project maintains the highest administrative, financial, and operational standards for compliance and audits. Manage the logistics and procurement of supplies and equipment in compliance with USAID and Abt Associates procurement regulations. Responsible for Human Resources requirements with respect to local employees, following the local labor law, and USAID salary scales, and compliance with Abt Associates' Human Resources policies and procedures for hiring, performance reviews, terminations, etc. Perform recruitment of needed staff to assure the smooth flow of work. Perform oversight of inventory management; establish weekly system for basic office supplies, maintain up-to-date information on all inventory and oversight of inventory transfers as directed by USAID, with documentation of transfers. Manage and administer subcontracts, consultant agreements, and other agreements. REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's Degree (required); Master's Degree preferred in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or other relevant field. 10 years of relevant professional experience in financial management of large international projects including experience managing USAID projects. Demonstrated experience in logistics, procurement and supply chain management. Familiarity with compliance of USG Cost Accounting Standards and the ability to manage large budgets, managing logistics and procurements. Demonstrated experience managing public health programs in Africa. Excellent writing, computer, and organizational skills. This position is contingent upon successful award of a proposal. TO APPLY: Please visit Abt Associates website http://jobsabtassociates.icims.com/ and apply to position number 2010-4085. You can find out more about Abt Associates, Inc. exciting projects and work environment at http://www.abtassoc.com/

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More Jobs In International Career Employment Weekly

Subscribers to International Career Employment Weekly will receive details on the following additional International Program Administration & Foreign Language Support vacancies, in the February 5, 2010 issue of ICEW:

PROCUREMENT CONSULTANT DAR ES SALAAM REGIONAL HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER NAIROBI, KENYA DIRECTOR, FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION ZAMBIA COST PROPOSAL SPECIALIST MILLWOOD, VA ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT MILLWOOD, VA DIRECTOR OF FINANCE AND OPERATIONS KABUL, AFGHANISTAN INTERNATIONAL HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER SANTA MONICA, CA INTERNATIONAL HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER HAITI FINANCE DIRECTOR UNITED KINGDOM BENEFITS AND LEAVES ADMINISTRATOR NEW YORK CONTRACTS AND BUDGET ANALYST CAMBRIDGE, MA OR ARLINGTON, VA CONTRACTS AND BUDGET ANALYST CAMBRIDGE, MA OR ARLINGTON, VA MANAGEMENT SCIENCES FOR HEALTH FINANCE AND ADMIN MANAGER BANGLADESH HMIS AND M&E ADVISOR AFGHANISTAN PROCUREMENT AGENT UNITED STATES RESIDENT FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER YEMEN CONTRACTS ASSISTANT WASHINGTON, DC SENIOR INVENTORY ACCOUNTANT WASHINGTON, DC PROGRAM ASSISTANT NEW DELHI, INDIA PROGRAM ASSISTANT HANOI, VIETNAM PROGRAM ASSOCIATE, AED CENTER FOR ACADEMIC PARTNERSHIPS WASHINGTON, DC INTERNAL AUDITOR ROME HEAD OF UNIT BRUSSELS, BELGIUM SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER WASHINGTON, DC MANAGER, HR SERVICE AND SUPPORT CENTER WASHINGTON, DC HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA INTERNAL AUDITOR WASHINGTON, DC PROCUREMENT OFFICER GENEVA, SWITZERLAND ASSOCIATE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER GENEVA ORGANIZATION FOR SECURITY AND CO-OPERATION IN EUROPE DOCUMENTS AND RECORDS MANAGEMENT OFFICER WARSAW, PL ASSOCIATE PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING OFFICER WARSAW, PL ORGANIZATION FOR SECURITY AND CO-OPERATION IN EUROPE PROJECT ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER WARSAW, PL CHIEF OF FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT PRISTINA, CS MATERIALS MANAGEMENT OFFICER VIENNA, AT CHIEF, BUDGET SECTION NAIROBI CHIEF, RECRUITMENT AND PLANNING SECTION NAIROBI LEAD CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR RAMALLAH, PALESTINE OPERATIONS MANAGER SOUTHEAST ASIA FINANCE MANAGER SOUTHEAST ASIA PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST SOUTHEAST ASIA GRANTS MANAGER SOUTHEAST ASIA MONITORING AND EVALUATION SPECIALIST SOUTHEAST ASIA ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT CAMBRIDGE, MA CONSTITUENT DATA ASSOCIATE BOSTON, MA ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT BOSTON, MA ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT WASHINGTON, DC SENIOR GLOBAL HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST BOSTON, MA MICROFINANCE CONSULTANTS GLOBAL FINANCIAL SECTOR SPECIALISTS GLOBAL INSTITUTE FOR SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES FINANCE DIRECTOR MONTPELIER, VT OPERATIONS ASSISTANT MONTPELIER, VT PROGRAM ASSISTANT MONTPELIER, VT SPECIAL ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT MONTPELIER, VT INTERNAL AUDITOR KYRGYZ REPUBLIC PRICING ANALYST SILVER SPRING, MD HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER ROME HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER ROME HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER ROME HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER ROME HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER ROME RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AUDIT COORDINATOR WASHINGTON, DC MAIL AND SHIPPING SUPERVISER WASHINGTON, DC NATIONAL PROFESSIONAL OFFICER KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA ENGLISH TRANSLATOR GENEVA ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT PARIS, FRANCE FLOAT SECRETARY BRUSSELS, BELGIUM MATERIALS MANAGEMENT OFFICER VIENNA, AT TRAINING OFFICER VIENNA, AT HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER NEW YORK STATISTICIAN GENEVA FINANCE OFFICER GENEVA FINANCE AND BUDGET OFFICER VIENNA PROCUREMENT OFFICER NEW YORK CHINESE REVISER NEW YORK CHIEF, HUMAN RESOURCES SECTION THE HAGUE FIELD FINANCE MANAGER DARFUR, SUDAN CONTROLLER SILVER SPRING, MD PRICING ANALYST WASHINGTON, DC DEPARTMENT ADMINISTRATOR WASHINGTON, DC SENIOR ACCOUNTING CLERK WASHINGTON, DC PROGRAM ASSOCIATE WASHINGTON, DC PROGRAM OFFICER WASHINGTON, DC FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION DIRECTOR INDIA EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER WASHINGTON, DC INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS SYSTEMS TRAINER, CONSULTANT WASHINGTON, DC SENIOR VOLUNTARY POOLED PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS OFFICER WASHINGTON, DC SENIOR LAWSON SUPPORT ANALYST, PROCUREMENT WASHINGTON, DC ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT, PART-TIME WASHINGTON, DC SENIOR ACCOUNTANT WASHINGTON, DC BENEFITS SPECIALIST WASHINGTON, DC ASSOCIATE, NEW VENTURES PROGRAM WASHINGTON, DC SENIOR FINANCE AND CONTRACT MANAGER BETHESDA, MD OPERATIONS MANAGER N’DJAMENA, CHAD OFFICE COORDINATOR PHOENIX, AZ DIRECTOR FOR MANAGEMENT AND FINANCE VIENNA, AT INTERNAL AUDITOR COPENHAGEN, DENMARK DEPUTY CHIEF ACCOUNTS DIVISION AMMAN, JORDAN DEPUTY CHIEF BUDGET DIVISION AMMAN, JORDAN CHIEF BUDGET DIVISION AMMAN, JORDAN SENIOR BUDGET AND PLANNING OFFICER VIENNA SECTION HEAD VIENNA, AUSTRIA SENIOR INSURANCE OFFICER WASHINGTON, DC SENIOR BUSINESS CONTINUITY COORDINATOR WASHINGTON, DC HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER PARIS, FRANCE HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA FRENCH INTERPRETER/ TRANSLATOR ARUSHA REVISER-VERBATIM REPORTING NEW YORK FINANCE OFFICER ADDIS ABABA REVISER BEIRUT CHIEF, PERSONNEL SECTION VIENNA, AUSTRIA REGIONAL RECRUITER LOS ANGELES, CA ERP FINANCE FUNCTIONAL EXPERT AMMAN, JORDAN TECHNICAL HEAD, HUMAN RESOURCES VIENNA, AUSTRIA LEAD PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST WASHINGTON, DC EXECUTIVE OFFICER GENEVA CHIEF, DOCUMENTS MANAGEMENT SECTION GENEVA HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER BEIRUT


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