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Position: Controller
(posted 9/26/2007)
Location: Washington, DC
Reports to: Director of Finance and Administration
General: Reporting directly to the Director of Finance and Administration, the Controller is responsible for the day-to-day management of CEDPA’s accounting operations. The incumbent will work with the Director to develop sound and effective accounting systems, policies and procedures, and will be responsible for their application and enforcement. The incumbent will be responsible for the supervision of professional and administrative subordinate accounting staff, providing training, work direction and guidance, and performance feedback and coaching as necessary.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent required; CPA designation a plus.
- Five (5) to seven (7) years’ full cycle accounting experience (A/P, A/R, GL, financial reporting) in a non-profit and/or public accounting environment., to include at least three (3) years experience supervising other accounting professionals.. Knowledge of government funding, preferably USAID, a plus.
- Computer literacy required including a proficiency in standard business applications (MS Office Suite) in a Windows XP environment.
- Must be proficient in the use of financial software programs; knowledge of Fundware preferred.
- Strong organizational and oral and written communication skills required.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manages Finance department staff (Senior Accountants, Staff Accountants, A/P and A/R Specialists) consistent with departmental/organizational goals and objectives.
- Responsible to Director for monthly accounting close, including: monthly closing entries; review and approval of journal entries and consultant expense reports; reconciliation of GL accounts.
- Responsible to Director for production, review and distribution of standard monthly management reports (actual v. budget) including: company, division, departmental, and project profit and loss reports.
- Supervises payroll staff and coordinates with HR to ensure proper and appropriate management of HQ payroll activities.
- Supervises staff to ensure that reports submitted by FO financial staff are reviewed, analyzed, and properly entered into the HQ accounting system.
- Supervises staff to ensure that CEDPA submits bills and invoices in a timely manner; submits proper 269 and 272 reports on federal grant spending and draw downs in a timely manner; and that revenue and grant-related reporting are properly recorded in the accounting system.
- Provides the Director of Finance with support during the annual budget process as requested, working closely with subordinate staff to provide the necessary information. May assist with the training of other department heads and selected staff in the budget process.
- Assists with the annual audit process as directed by the Director of Finance. Provides related statements, schedules, and work papers for the headquarters and the country offices as requested.
- Provides advice and guidance to staff regarding USAID rules and regulations, budgets, overhead, travel and procurement, and general Accounting matters.
- Prepares the annual tax returns (Forms 5500 and 990), and oversees other tax filing requirements (1550, 1099s and 1040NRs, overseas allowances).
- In conjunction with the Director of Finance, assists with the development of the proper financial systems and procedures for record keeping, internal controls, backup and security for all financial internal and external reporting.
- Performs any other duties as assigned by the Director of Finance.
HOW TO APPLY: Please, no phone calls.
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Position: Staff Accountant (Billing)
(updated 04/17/2008)
Location: Washington, DC
Reports to: Controller
General: The candidate is responsible for CEDPA billing for Prime contracts, sub-contracts and grants and accounting tasks associated with contracts and grants administration for assigned projects. It requires familiarity with all facets of accounting and the ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent required.
- Minimum three to five years’ related experience.
- experience in a non-profit environment with knowledge of government funding, preferably USAID, a plus.
- Strong interpersonal skills required, with the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Must be able to maintain a calm and professional demeanor when handling difficult interpersonal scenarios.
- Must possess excellent organizational skills and demonstrate a high attention to detail, with the ability to work on multiple assignments under the pressure of concurring deadlines.
- Computer literacy required to include a proficiency in the MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook) in a Windows 2000 or later environment.
- Proficiency in automated accounting software (e.g. Fundware or similar package) required.
- Must be able to handle confidential and sensitive data with the utmost discretion.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Billing for Prime contracts, sub-contracts and grants and accounting tasks associated with contracts and grants administration for assigned projects.
- Produce and review Monthly Expense Reports (MERS) for program and technical managers.
- Assist program and technical managers in reviewing and interpreting accounting data and billing data for projects.
- Assist controller to produce, review and distribute required reports such as 269s and 272sfor prime contracts and sub-contracts as appropriate.
- Assist controller to produce, review, and distribute financial reports for grants or the close out of projects as appropriate.
- Monitor and maintain records for selected contracts, grants and sub-grants as assigned (government [direct and indirect], private.)
- Assist with routine accounting functions, including but not limited to, accounts receivable, preparation of journal entries, financial reporting and recordkeeping as directed by the controller.
- Coordinate with the Field Office Senior staff accountant to review field office financial reports and prepare Monthly Expenditure Reports.
- Prepare audit schedules as requested and assist with annual audit; respond to audit inquiries as needed.
- Cross train to reconcile bank and investment accounts monthly.
- Cross train to review Travel Expense Reports (TERs).
- Cross train to ensure Accounting, Travel, and Procurement Policies are followed; and train and assists CEDPA staff as necessary with financial forms, procedures, etc.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
HOW TO APPLY: Please, no phone calls.
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Position: Director of Field-Based Programs
(updated 2/07/2008)
Location: Washington, DC
Reports to: Executive Vice President (EVP)
General: The Director of Field-Based Programs reports to the Executive Vice President (EVP) and serves as a part of the Senior Management Team. S/he is responsible for ensuring the overall quality of CEDPA programs in the field. Working with CEDPA technical teams and field operations team at headquarters and Country Directors in CEDPA field locations, the Director of Field-Based Programs will provide guidance and ongoing project oversight of all field based programs assuring rigorous review programs and the development of opportunities for new business. Travel to CEDPA field offices will be required.
Qualifications:
- Masters degree in Public Heath, International Development, Anthropology, Evaluation, Gender Studies or related area.
- Fluency in a foreign language highly preferred.
- Minimum ten years experience in international program management and implementation, with at least five years as a senior manager.
- Strong project management experience preferably related to implementing USAID and/or other federal grant programs.
- Specific technical knowledge in one or more of the areas of program focus: HIV/AIDS, reproductive health, education, democracy and governance desired.
- Strong analytical skills, experience in research and evaluation as well as program development.
- Experience managing staff teams required; excellent interpersonal skills to work with diverse staff at HQ and in the field.
- Ability to conceptualize, analyze, synthesize lessons learned, and document results in publications.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects while working as part of a team.
- Strong oral and written communication skills required as well as strong presentation skills; excellent interpersonal skills to work with diverse staff at HQ and in the field.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensures Effective and Efficient Management of CEDPA’s Field Offices
- Work with Country Directors and field operation staff to ensure that field office strategic plans and annual work plans reflect the context and priorities of their country or region and are consistent with CEDPA’s approved strategic plan.
- Ensure effective support for the field offices from administrative/support departments at CEDPA HQ.
- Develop, assess and continually improve management systems related to finance, administration, and human resources.
- Together with the Executive Vice President, ensure sound fiscal management and oversee compliance with all agency and donor contractual agreements.
- Supervise and guide all Country Directors and Washington-based field operations staff.
- Coordinate the annual work plan and budget processes for country programs.
- Work closely with the technical team and fundraising staff to ensure that all country based and global funding proposals are developed and submitted.
- Represent CEDPA with external agencies (donors, in-country agencies and organizations, and other international agencies) that are essential to the success of the field operations department.
Oversee Program Development and Implementation
- Works with technical team to develop an overall program strategy; approves annual program work plan to ensure that the technical team meets all agreed upon targets and objectives.
- Stays informed of technical and strategic advances in technical areas in which CEDPA works.
- Ensure the effective integration of gender analysis and approaches across all programs and projects.
- Recruit and support team of Senior Technical Advisors and consultants in advancing the work of the organization, monitor existing programs, and identify new business opportunities in their respective areas of expertise.
- Enact optimal organizational structure to deliver consistently high quality programs through CEDPA field offices and HQ based staff.
- Approve and track budget for field operations and conduct periodic portfolio reviews to review the status of ongoing programs.
- Oversee implementation of an effective process to track, determine progress, and make mid-course corrections on all CEDPA projects and major subprojects.
- Devise and institute professional staff development plan for technical staff at HQ and in the field.
HOW TO APPLY: Please, no phone calls.
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Position: Project Director
(updated 03/14/2008)
Location: Pretoria, South Africa
Reports to: Director of Programs, Washington, DC
General: The Project Director will direct the implementation and oversee all management aspects of a USAID-funded PEPFAR program supporting Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC). Pending USG funding, the program will continue for up to five years. The project director will serve as the principal liaison with all implementing partners, the donor, and host South African government counterparts on all matters related to the program. This position is contingent on USG funding.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of a Masters degree in any of the social sciences preferably education or other relevant field.
- 7 years experience in implementing HIV/AIDS programs in Southern Africa; preferably OVC and PEPFAR experience.
- community development program experiences also required.
- Excellent leadership skills demonstrated by successful project management and the establishment of solid stakeholder relationships.
- Experience managing large-scale, multi-million dollar projects with knowledge of PEPFAR HIV/AIDS OVC programs, including knowledge of USAID regulations and procedures.
- Must have ability to communicate cross-culturally and work jointly with diverse stakeholders from the NGO sector.
- Good interpersonal skills with ability to build personal relationships with staff, donor partners and local government leaders at all levels.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, as well as administrative abilities.
- Excellent skills in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point), statistical packages, as well as the internet.
- Fluency in the English language, other official South African languages a plus.
- South Africa citizenship or permanent residency.
- Ability to travel within South Africa.
- Valid driver’s license.
- High degree of flexibility and adaptability.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Oversee the management of the entire program, including overall responsibility for successful project implementation and for achievement of project objectives within the agreed upon time-frame and budget.
- Provide leadership, vision, and strategic direction.
- Supervise staff and consultants.
- Oversee the development of annual work plans and budgets consistent with the expected outputs and results, monitor and report on operations, and provide leadership and support to the members of a multidisciplinary team.
- Ensure that program activities and operations are consistent with the scope of the grant/cooperative agreement and in full compliance with USG rules and regulations and governing contracts.
- Monitor progress toward meeting objectives and make program design corrections as needed.
- Maintain collaborative relations with other partners, the host government, and the donor.
- Report progress and major issues regularly to CEDPA headquarters and the donor.
- Take into account issues of sustainability in program implementation.
- Meet the reporting requirements of USAID.
- Conduct project visits as deemed necessary.
HOW TO APPLY: Interested candidates should submit applications via e-mail with “Project Director, OVC Support Project” in the subject line and sent with detailed CV and salary history to jobs@cedpa.org by Friday, March 28.
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Position: Chief of Party, Positive Living
(updated 12/05/2007)
Location: CEDPA/Nigeria
Reports to: Vice President for Programs, CEDPA/HQ
General: The Chief of Party (COP) will lead, manage and coordinate CEDPA’s Positive Living (PL) project to ensure that the project achieves its intended impact in the fight against HIV/AIDS in Nigeria. S/he provides technical leadership and managerial oversight and together with the key management team will work to develop Positive Living as a model of community-based palliative care and support. The individual will oversee the day-to-day work of the program and is responsible for the effective use and deployment of staff and financial resources to achieve project targets. S/he is accountable for all aspects of the project’s effective management, including financial and budgetary oversight, timely implementation of program activities, and stakeholder relationship management.
S/he will prominently position CEDPA as a leader in the field of HIV/AIDS and as an effective implementing partner in the development and cost-effective implementation of PEPFAR funded programs. In this regard, the COP is responsible for the development and maintenance of PL’s exterior relationships, including with USAID, with Government of Nigeria agencies and with other HIV/AIDS programs operating in Nigeria. Reporting to the Vice President of Programs, s/he will nonetheless work closely with CEDPA’s Country Director to ensure that the administrative needs of the project are adequately met at all times.
Qualifications:
- Ph.D., MPH, or other advanced appropriate degree
- Minimum 10 years in international HIV/AIDS program management experience and at least 3-5 in implementation of programs under PEPFAR
- Direct experience with USAID programs, reporting and compliance requirements
- Experience in the management of complex, multi-site health programs
- Experience in Nigeria, particularly working on HIV/AIDS programs, is highly desirable
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Establishes and maintains a standard of excellence for PL program activities, reporting and relationship management;
- Provides strategic direction of PL activities, ensuring that technical strategies are sound and that they are applied effectively;
- Manages PL’s relationship with USAID, ensuring that CEDPA is consistently viewed as an effective implementing partner in meeting and achieving project targets and in timely and accurate reporting;
- Maintains positive and productive working relationships with other collaborating USG partners, particularly with GHAIN to ensure two-way referrals and the delivery of PL services to GHAIN clients;
- Ensures that the PL team develops its annual Country Operating Plan budget in accordance with USAID and PEPFAR guidance;
- Ensures that all operations related to PL (e.g., for sub-grantee selection, recruitment, performance evaluation) are conducted following established CEDPA procedures and conducted in a fair and transparent manner;
- With the DCOP and Contracts and Grants officer, monitors the performance of Implementing Agencies to ensure that PL provides needed training and technical support and to revise targets and budgets to reflect their capacity;
- Establishes and leads a periodic implementation review process to monitor progress and to identify specific actions that may be needed to achieve expected results;
- Working closely with PL’s Director of Monitoring and Evaluation, ensures that project PL reports are accurate and submitted in a timely fashion and meets the highest professional standards;
- Provides accurate and candid monthly updates on PL’s progress and problems to CEDPA’s Vice President for Programs, with copies to the CEDPA’s Nigeria Country Director and to the headquarters technical and operations backstop officers for the PL project;
- Working through the CEDPA/Nigeria Country Director, ensures that the Director of Finance and Administration and his/her staff provide all required support to the PL project on a professional and timely basis.
- Performs other tasks to ensure the effective implementation of PL, as may be required.
HOW TO APPLY: Please, no phone calls.
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Position: Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Advisor
(updated 03/14/2008)
Location: Pretoria, South Africa
Reports to: Deputy Project Director
General: The Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor will be part of a team implementing a USAID-funded PEPFAR program supporting Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC). Pending USG funding, the program will continue for up to five years. The Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor will provide continuous monitoring and evaluation of program activities. S/he will ensure performance indicators are relevant and consistent across the program, aggregate data quarterly, develop reviews of activities, and establish regular reporting and an overall evaluation of the program. Furthermore, s/he will work with the Deputy Project Director and other project team members in ensuring successful implementation of program activities. This position is contingent on USG funding.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of a Masters degree in any of the social sciences preferably education or other relevant field.
- Five years experience working on large-scale projects as the M&E officer, preferably PEPFAR or other HIV/AIDS programs that include OVC.
- Strong statistical or research background; extensive experience using SPSS (or other statistical packages) for complex data sets is highly desirable.
- Experience as an M&E trainer is a plus.
- Excellent writing and analytical skills, including the ability to prepare reports, technical documents, and Project Monitoring Plans (PMP).
- Excellent skills in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point) and the internet.
- Fluency in the English language, other official South African languages a plus.
- South Africa citizenship or permanent residency.
- Ability to travel within South Africa and the region.
- Valid driver’s license.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide technical expertise in the research, design and implementation of monitoring and evaluation for the project.
- Train local staff to perform the function of maintaining an information system.
- Aggregate data quarterly and conduct data verification and spot check validation.
- Conduct basic data analysis to determine trends and provide feedback to partners.
- Make regular trips to program sites to validate data and provide support to staff in collection monitoring data.
HOW TO APPLY: Interested candidates should submit applications via e-mail with “Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Advisor, OVC Support Project” in the subject line and sent with detailed CV and salary history to jobs@cedpa.org by Friday, March 28th.
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Position: Analyst, Monitoring and Evaluation
(updated 04/18/2008)
Location: Washington, DC with global travel
Reports to: Director, HPI
General: The Analyst will provide Washington-based and field program support in various data-related and monitoring/ evaluation activities, including development of questionnaires, data-gathering tools and research designs; collecting and analyzing data for various policy, program and M/E purposes; analyzing field documents and reports to identify M/E concerns; writing and editing project reports, and general administrative backstopping. Availability to travel internationally is required. Although a member of CEDPA staff, will work off-site in the office of Constella Futures.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in public health, education or a relevant area of social science (economics, statistics, political science or related field).
- Three to five years’ data analysis or monitoring and evaluation experience in two or more of the following areas: reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, maternal health, women’s programs.
- French or Spanish language capability is desirable.
- Significant experience with both SPSS/STATA and Excel is essential.
- Strong data analysis skills and direct experience in research, monitoring and evaluation. Ability to manipulate and analyze data using Excel, SPSS/STATA and other programs.
- Excellent writing skills, including the ability to prepare reports, technical documents, and proposals.
- The ability to conceptualize, direct, and perform capacity building activities.
- Experience in designing and analyzing qualitative studies.
- Excellent oral presentation skills.
- Familiarity with at least one of the following technical areas: family planning/ reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, maternal health, women-focused programming, and advocacy.
- Excellent interpersonal skills to work with diverse staff at HQ and overseas field offices.
- Ability to work independently.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Collects, manages, and analyzes data on program and project outputs and outcomes, reviewing data on a quarterly basis.
- Designs and reviews survey questionnaires and other instruments that reflect project objectives and indicators.
- Assesses the quality of datasets generated through surveys, runs data tabulations, and performs high-level data analyses (such as multivariate regressions).
- Tracks the status of research studies, reports and document production.
- Works with country staff and consultants on the use of data, information systems, data analysis and other skills.
- Contributes to the preparation of project reports, results reporting and documentation of country activities.
- Writes and edits research summaries, and conference abstracts.
- Generates graphic presentations of service statistics and other data using Excel and PowerPoint and presents project results in relevant fora.
HOW TO APPLY: Please, no phone calls.
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Position: Consultants
(posted 8/30/2006)
CEDPA is currently looking to add talent to its consulting database. We are seeking professionals with proven expertise in education, training, reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, democracy and governance, gender, and capacity building.
Those wishing to register please email your letter of interest and resume with three references to consultant@cedpa.org.
We’ll contact you if your qualifications match our requirements. If you’re already on file with us, send us updates at the same address.
Please, no phone calls.
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Excellent benefits. EOE/ADA.
Please specify desired posting.
Please, no phone calls.
Qualified candidates send resume with salary history to:
Human Resources
The Centre for Development and Population Activities (CEDPA)
1133 21st Street NW, Suite 800
Washington, DC 20036 USA
Fax: 202-667-1900
E-mail: CEDPA Jobs Mailbox
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