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DT Global, built on more than 50 years of experience from AECOM International Development, Development Transformations, and the Global Peace and Development (GPD) Charitable Trust, applies ingenuity, evidence, and passion to everything we do. Grounded in decades of technical expertise and leadership around the world, we incorporate rigorous learning and assessment in our program design process to ensure that we stay on the cutting edge of thought leadership. Our technical experts work in partnership with communities and institutions to deliver innovative, data-driven solutions that create sustainable change and improve people's lives. We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:
Position Summary:
The Director of Operations is responsible for managing fast-paced operations and procurement processes, supporting international development activities in some of the most remote areas of Somalia. S/he must have extensive knowledge of USG (United States Government) - notably USAID - funded projects and applicable regulations governing the procurement and operations processes. Specifically, s/he will supervise and/or implement the necessary processes to ensure the timely and compliant purchase and delivery of supplies, equipment and subcontracts for program activities implemented under TIS+. Activities include a mix of national and international short-term technical consultancies; direct delivery of goods and services (DDGS) to local recipient organizations and institutions; and in-kind activities (grants)/grants under contract (GUC). Many activities also involve small-scale infrastructure rehabilitation and construction in rural areas of Somalia. The Director of Operations will manage the Request for Proposal or Quote (RFP/RFQ) process, contract preparation and execution of contracts. Other duties include the supervision/continual improvement of procurement, supply management and information systems to monitor and track costs of materials, goods and services in order to control expenditures; as well as ensuring efficient use of organizational resources. Job responsibilities include the supervision of program operations. The position – reporting to the Chief of Party – will require close coordination with partners, recipients and/or beneficiaries to accomplish program objectives.
S/he will work closely with the Finance and Administration Manager and program staff in the Kenya and Somalia offices. Where necessary, s/he will coordinate with USAID/East Africa, Somalia Office and other program partners in Somalia. S/he will oversee the daily administration of the program, including application and renewal of country registrations, office leases and office maintenance. S/he will be responsible for asset management, human resources, information technology, logistics, /transportation and security management. In this capacity, s/he will: maintain TIS+ inventory of procured equipment, in accordance with USAID and DT Global rules and policies; oversee TIS+ grant nonexpendable and expendable tracking and reporting (including asset reporting and disposition of assets); supervise national staff recruitment, documentation, orientation and performance appraisals; manage security systems, procedures and staff orientation and training, as needed. Additionally, s/he will oversee security management procedures, staff training and performance of all security service providers for the Nairobi office and Somalia field offices, oversee production and regular updating of security management plans and daily security management of all TIS+ staff.
The Director of Operations reports to the Chief of Party.
Primary Responsibilities:
Compliance and Procurement
Security
Logistics
Finance and Administration
Human Resources
Information Technology
Budget Development
Provide reliable pricing information (local, regional and international sources) and establish funding requirements for goods and services to be procured and delivered.
Grants/Activity Management
Oversee all procurement activities, ensuring compliance with USAID rules and regulations as they pertain to grant under contract management.
Coordination
Ensure efficient coordination with grantees, partners, local authorities, UN/INGOs as relevant.
Infrastructure
Oversee the Request for proposal (RFP) development and implementation process.
Oversee construction contract preparation and provide QA/QC over contract implementation.
Education:
Must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in international development, international relations/affairs, business, management, finance, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
Minimum Qualifications:
What We Value:
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
DT Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or national origin. DT Global prohibits discriminating against employees and job applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant.
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