EDC’s International
Development Division (IDD) focuses on three major areas: literacy and basic
education, youth livelihoods and workforce development, and health. Within
these three areas, programs support national school reform efforts, HIV/AIDS
prevention and other health promotion, and communities and local governing
bodies. EDC works with governments, agencies, and other partners in 35
countries to develop programs that are respectful of cultural traditions and
beliefs.
EDC is preparing for
several projects to both strengthen comprehensive care and support for orphans
and other vulnerable children (OVC) and basic education initiatives in Rwanda.
EDC seeks
to fill several positions including:
****Finance and
Operations Director****
The proposed Finance
and Operations Director will oversee all financial and operational matters
within the project, including managing financial systems, generating financial
reports, tracking expenses, administering sub-awards, managing finance and
operational issues and staff at headquarters and supporting staff in district
offices.
- Master’s
degree or higher in financial management, accounting, financial analysis,
development finance, budgeting, macroeconomics, and/or applied economics,
or a closely related field is required; - At
least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting,
auditing or financial management or equivalent; - At
least 5 years of experience with related programs or projects; - Knowledge
of applicable USAID/USG rules and regulations; - Ability
to set-up financial regulation systems with partner organizations to
ensure efficient and accurate disbursement of funds; - Evidence
of excellent interpersonal, management and team development experience;
and - Excellent
written and oral communication skills in English.
to apply:
Interested
applicants may send their resume and cover letter to IDDJobs@edc.org . Please
list the position and country to which you’re applying in the subject line of
the email. No phone calls please.
