Afghanistan: Operations Manager

Position Location: Kabul, Afghanistan

Background:

Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 15 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

Position Summary:

Creative is seeking an Operations Manager for a U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) funded project proposal that seeks to address corruption in Afghanistan. The Operations Manager is to be based in Kabul, Afghanistan and will have overall operations responsibility for the project.

Reporting & Supervision:

This position reports to the Chief of Party in Afghanistan.

Primary Responsibilities:

The Operations Manager will be responsible for the technical leadership on operations and logistics of the project. The Operations Manager is responsible for all operations including administration, logistics, procurement, budgeting, finance and compliance, property, and oversight of grants under contract (GUC). The Operations Manager must ensure that implementation is in accordance with USG regulations and procedures and the specifications determined in the Contract. This must include ensuring that all procurement processes are fair and transparent, reviewing financial compliance, and monitoring GUC and subcontract implementation.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

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  At least a Master’s degree in business, finance, management, economics, international development, or a related field (or, alternately, a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 5 additional years of relevant experience);

  
  


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  At least 6 years’ experience working in an operations management capacity on a donor funded activity, of which at least 2 years must be in a position that involved supervising staff and at least 3 years’ work experience overseas in developing countries;

  
  


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  Experience working in/on fragile or post-conflict states preferred;

  
  


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  Fluency in US Government policies and procedures in regards to contract management, financial reporting, procurement processes, systems, and grants and contracts management; experience with construction procurements a plus; and

  
  


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  Excellent oral and written English language communication skills.

  
  

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

• Fluency in Pashto/Dari a plus.