Director of Operations and Finance

RTI International / Research Triangle Institute (RTI) is both a global research institute and a leading international development organization. We combine these powerful capabilities with those of our partners to co-create smart, shared solutions for a more prosperous, equitable, and resilient world. Based in North Carolina, USA, RTI is one of USAID’s top implementing partners. A commitment to making meaningful change energizes our 6,000 staff who deliver results across eight international development sectors and in more than 80 countries. RTI's Sustainable Growth & Resilience (SG&R) technical unit within the International Development Group brings together RTI experts and capabilities across food security, agriculture, energy, environment, water, governance, and economic opportunity. SG&R will leverage RTI's experience designing and delivering multisectoral programming and technical solutions to respond to climate change, build resilience, and promote economic growth around the world.

Position Description

RTI is seeking a Director of Operations and Finance for several upcoming USAID-funded opportunities in El Salvador in the sectors of governance, water, and energy. The Director of Operations and Finance will be responsible for the management of all financial, operational, administration and grant functions, ensuring compliance with RTI and USAID policies and procedures. This position will be based in San Salvador, El Salvador, and will report to the Chief of Party.

Position is contingent on award and funding.

Responsibilities

Support the Chief of Party in all technical, operational and management aspects of the project, ensuring all activities are compliant with USAID and RTI rules and regulations.

Ensure efficient and compliant administration of the project and oversee all financial, procurement and operational areas of responsibility. Manage team of professionals in operational management and support roles, providing strong oversight and supervision.

Coordinate the development, implementation and reporting on detailed management plans that may include but are not limited to: implementation plans, deliverable tracking, financial analysis, risk forecasting and mitigation, etc., in assigned areas of responsibility.

Monitor and review project budget and expenditures, financial forecasts, working with Home Office, International Regional Office and local counterparts to ensure compliance with corporate and client regulations.

Responsible to ensure project financial goals are met.

Collaborate with Chief of Party to identify, mitigate and manage risks and actively participates in the resolution of performance issues with project staff and sub-contractors or sub-awardees.

Assist Chief of Party in managing all aspects of staffing and creating/maintaining a clear organizational structure with appropriate operational controls, specific roles, responsibilities and reporting lines.

Coordinate and oversee the operation of regional offices.

Build successful relationships with colleagues, donors, and partners to develop project success.

Ensure adherence to USAID and RTI financial and accounting policies and procedures consistent with various laws and regulations.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, economics, accounting, international development, or related field and 12 years of experience, or master’s degree in related technical field and 10 years of experience.

Minimum of 7 years of experience managing finance and administration of a donor-funded activity.

Demonstrated experience administering and managing complex grant programs, including experience with procedures to monitor, evaluate, and report on grant implementation and expenditures.

Experience developing and/or maintaining budget tracking tools.

Strong skills in budgeting, donor reporting, grants management and accountably, organizational risk, internal audits, and organizational capacity assessment and development. Demonstrated skills in building, mobilizing, and leading multidisciplinary teams.

Possess strong managerial, leadership, and communication skills.

Writing and communications skills in Spanish and English.

Regular Full-Time