Tetra Tech International Development is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified candidates for a Director of Operations position on an anticipated four-year USAID-funded task order in the West Bank.
The purpose of this activity is to improve Palestinians’ access to safe, reliable, sustainable, and climate resilient water services through:
1) the development and strengthening of the institutional capacity of the Hebron, Halhul, and Dura water utilities for sustainable, reliable, and climate-resilient water delivery service;
2) the implementation of strategic infrastructure works to support the objective of the activity;
3) the design and implementation of innovative solutions to expand the use of smart water management technologies for efficient, timely, and transparent water management; and
4) the design and implementation of innovative measures and public awareness campaigns to promote effective water governance at the utility and foster social behavioral change toward more efficient and responsible water use practices and trends.
The Director of Operations will report to the Task Order Manager and will have the primary responsibility of ensuring the timely provision and delivery of all required project financial, administrative, compliance, and procurement support to Tetra Tech in the execution of the activity. This is expected to be a full-time position based in the West Bank.
Responsibilities:
* Ensures compliance of project operations with USAID, Tetra Tech Home Office, and other required administrative policies and guidelines.
* Oversees administration, finance, contracts, security and logistical support.
* Ensures timely provision and delivery of all financial, administrative, compliance, procurement, and subcontract considerations.
* On-boards staff in line with local labor laws.
* Ensure full compliance in maintaining the legal status of in-country registration during the life of the activity.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree or higher in business administration, finance, accounting, or another related field; Master’s degree preferred.
* At least ten (10) years of relevant professional experience and demonstrated experience working on large (more than $45 million) USAID or donor-funded contracts with increasing responsibility.
* At least five (5) years of working experience in a senior supervisory role related to accounting, payroll, procurement, and logistical support services in West Bank & Gaza or a similar context.
* Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks.
* Excellent organizational skills and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, stressful environment.
* Detail-oriented and able to prioritize tasks and support activity implementation while ensuring adherence to required policies and protocols.
* Professional proficiency in Arabic and English is required.
* Qualified applicants from Palestine are highly encouraged to apply.
To be considered applicants must submit the following as part of the online application process:
* Cover Letter
* CV in reverse chronological format
Please ensure that your Cover Letter and CV/Resume are uploaded and submit only the requested documentation as part of your application. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
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