Senior Finance & Administration Manager, USAID Libya Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Activity - Clear Outcomes

Clear Outcomes is recruiting for a Senior Finance and Administration Manager for an anticipated five-year contract – USAID/Libya Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Activity (LMELA). The position will be based in Tunis, Tunisia, and is a local position.

The purpose of this contract will be to provide technical support for monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) services to USAID/Libya. This will include in-country third party monitoring of USAID activities in a non-presence environment and the provision of services including mid-term and final performance evaluations; assessments and analyses; data quality assessments and data quality verification; capacity building and training, and performance monitoring tasks. USAID/Libya does not have a physical presence in Libya and is based in Tunis, Tunisia. Libyan or Tunisian candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

The ideal candidate is a finance and administrative professional who is solution oriented, resourceful, engaged, and able to work closely with and advise USAID. They want to help improve how development is delivered and are passionate about efficiency.

Position Description

The Senior Finance and Administration Manager will support the Chief of Party to provide excellence in financial and operational issues for Clear Outcomes. They will advise on banking, accounting, legal matters, importation of materials, and human resources. They are familiar with the USAID Program Cycle and the portfolio of investment in Libya. The period of performance is anticipated to be five years.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monthly cash management, accounting for all costs according to USAID regulations, cash flow projections and budgets
• Liaise with the bank and suppliers to improve efficiency of operations
• Manage payroll for the company in Tunisia
• Manage finance team personnel and oversee all finance operations for project
• Preparation of the monthly fund request to the Clear Outcomes (CO) home office
• Coordinate properly payments due to consultants, vendors, and subcontractors as applicable ensuring invoices and supporting documentation and required approvals are  in place before payment
• Follow the programs Field Office Authority Matrix and Finance Manual
• Provide financial oversight of project expenditures and advise on funding availability for project procurement of goods and services as needed
• Ensure timesheets are complete and vacation and sick days properly tracked for all staff
• Assist in budget tracking as requested by supervisor
• Ensure sufficient funds are available in the local bank accounts. Provide reconciliations as requested by the supervisor and/or the home office accountant
• Prepare quarterly and yearly financial reports as needed
• Maintain all financial records, receipts, and vouchers
• Inform Chief of Party, and CO home office of any financial irregularities
• Other financial tasks as requested

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Recognized expert in accounting and management
• Able to advise teams on financial systems and use online systems to account for costs
• Solution oriented and a nice person to work with
• Loves to learn and willing to experiment with new technology and new ways of working
• Ability to work in a fast-paced business environment
• Lebanese citizenship or work authorization
• Demonstrated knowledge of Tunisian and Libyan tax and accounting laws and regulations.
• Written and spoken fluency in Arabic and English is required.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, accounting, or other relevant field, Master’s degree preferred
• 10+ years of experience managing the finances of international development programs
• Experience working on USAID-funded projects

Please include three (3) references in your CV.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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Clear Outcomes is a woman-owned management consulting firm that provides solution-oriented monitoring, evaluation, research, and learning support to international and domestic organizations. With expertise in health, governance, humanitarian affairs, capacity development, education, and the use of technology (big data, machine learning, AI), Clear Outcomes aims to provide expert consulting support and solutions. We work with governments, non-profits, universities, foundations and the private sector to support solutions for their needs.

To learn more about Clear Outcomes, please visit our website www.clearoutcomes.net

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