Director of Finance and Administration – USAID Egypt TRADE 157 views

Director of Finance and Administration

Project Overview and Role:

Palladium
was awarded the USAID/Trade Reform and Development in Egypt
(TRADE) Activity contract, which has a 5-year timeframe and a ceiling of
$36.3 million. The Project will be active throughout Egypt. The goal of the
TRADE Activity is to increase Egypt’s international trade by increasing exports
from SMEs, and in particular New and Expanding Export-Ready
Enterprises (NEEREs). This will be achieved by addressing the constraints that
impede the competitiveness of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs). 

In
order to achieve the Activity’s goal (increasing exports in selected
sectors), the Contractor
must attain the following three Results: 

1. Enhanced Export Capacity of SMEs, in particular New and Expanding Export Ready Enterprises (NEEREs) in Selected Sectors
   
2. Strengthened Public and Private Trade-Support Institutions (e.g., TradeAssociations, Export Councils, etc.); and
   
3. Improved Trade and Investment Policy, Regulatory and Institutional Environment

 Primary Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Assist and support the Chief of Party of TRADE in all accounting and financial reporting activities of the project, and supervise a wide range of financial and administrative management for the project.
  
• Monitor the performance of subcontracts 
  
• Prepare and submit financial and accounting cost reports to Palladium headquarters and USAID.
  
• Oversee all operational and administrative aspects of the project including finance/accounting, human resources, procurement, subcontracts, and security
  
• Maintain a strong internal control system to safeguard project assets.
  
• Reconcile and report on all balance sheet accounts monthly and help management limit financial risk.
  
• Ensure compliance with the financial, accounting and contractual procedures of the Project, review invoices, cash management reports and other financial documents, and initiate electronic transfers in the banking system.
  
• Oversee the management of project bank accounts following Palladium policies and procedures.
  
• Provide meaningful information on the development of monthly and annual budget projections and maintain all budget tracking systems.
  
• Maintain close coordination with Palladium headquarters regarding all financial and budget matters.
  
• Supervise administrative and operations staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief of Party of TRADE

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, accounting, or administration, preferably with a master’s degree in administration, economics, finance, or related area.
  
• 10 or more years of experience in financial and administrative supervision of large and complex projects.
• Experience with international development projects and/or projects related to economic development, financial inclusion experience is a plus.
  
• Knowledge of local regulations, policies and laws regarding accounting, taxes, etc.
  
• Knowledge of strategic planning, operational planning, logistics management, human resource management, auditing and accounting.
  
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask and balance priorities effectively and efficiently.
  
• Ability to communicate effectively with managers, colleagues, service providers, and clients across a variety of settings and work areas.
  
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
  
• Experience supervising finance and operations teams.
  
• Knowledge of written and spoken English language.
  
• Knowledge of contracting regulations and direct and indirect cost accounting for projects financed by the US Government specifically USAID, FAR, AIDAR and CAS among others.
• Fluency in English and Arabic.

Company Overview:

About Palladium – Palladium is a global leader in the design, development and delivery of Positive Impact – the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value.  We work with governments, businesses, and investors to solve the world’s most pressing challenges. With a team of more than 3,000 employees operating in 90 plus countries and a global network of over 35,000 experts, we help improve economies, societies and, most importantly, people’s lives. 

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion – We welcome applications from all sections of society and actively encourage diversity to drive innovation, creativity, success and good practice. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce; and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment regardless of their background or personal characteristics. These include: (but are not limited to) socio-economic background, age, race, gender identity, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, veteran, marital or Indigenous status. Should you require any adjustments or accommodations to be made due to a disability or you are a neurodivergent individual or any other circumstance, please email our team at accessibility@thepalladiumgroup.com

Safeguarding – We define Safeguarding as “the preventative action taken by Palladium to protect our people, clients and the communities we work with from harm”. We are committed to ensuring that all children and adults who come into contact with Palladium are treated with respect and are free from abuse.  All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced selection process including safeguarding-focused interviews and a rigorous due diligence process.