We are seeking experienced Operations Manager (Finance and Administration Manager) to assist with our team’s implementation of USAID/Nepal’s Learning for Development (L4Dev) Contract in Kathmandu, Nepal. The contract is anticipated to start in July 2022. The Operations Manager (Finance and Administration Manager) is responsible for the day-to-day management of the company’s Nepal field office's Operations Team; ensuring the program is compliant with internal controls, contract compliance obligations, and applicable regulations; and facilitating technical activities in an efficient and cost-effective manner (organizing car rentals, lodging, travel advances, location rentals, etc.).

Location: Kathmandu, Nepal
Project: USAID/Nepal Learning for Development (L4Dev)

Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance and consistency with the company’s internal controls, policies, and procedures; the terms and conditions of applicable contracts and agreements; and all applicable government (US and local) laws and regulations;
• Coordinate with the Chief of Party, Deputy Chief of Party, and the company’s headquarters team to prepare budgets and ensure expenditures are aligned with the program’s plans;
• Manage and oversee general project operations and administration, including human resources personnel and functions;
• Manage finance and accounting personnel supporting the program; 
• Manage the program’s office space which includes leasing or purchasing property and equipment; ensuring the program’s information technology (IT) infrastructure needs are met; and organizing and storing the program’s administrative records;
• Manage and oversee all financial and project accounting and reporting;
• Analyze and present financial reports, budget to actual expenditures, prepare monthly and annual financial statements, process payroll, and coordinate with the program management and finance teams at the company’s headquarters;
• Maintain accurate and complete records and accounts of daily transactions, including supporting documentation, using the company’s financial systems and processes;
• Maintain long- and short-term personnel files (consultants and employees);
• Coordinate with headquarters personnel to purchase and maintain adequate health and other operational insurance policies;
• Manage vendor relationships, agreements, and payments;
• Prepare and submit reports and required documentation to ensure compliance with local Government laws and regulations;
• Process cash disbursements in accordance with the company’s financial management policies, and established authorization matrix;
• Assist the company’s finance teams with monthly, quarterly, and annual reconciliations, VAT reimbursements, inventory lists, and other routine operational tasks; and
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the Chief of Party or company headquarters.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required, advanced degree preferred;
• Minimum of 5 years of related sector work experience with international development projects in financial or administrative leadership roles, experience with USAID funded projects and/or wide-scale grant disbursement and management preferred;
• Demonstrative knowledge of US Government financial rules, regulations, policies, and procedures as they related to project compliance and reporting;
• Broad knowledge of current best financial and administrative management practices;
• Prior experience coordinating and working effectively with US Government personnel, local government personnel, partners, and other program stakeholders;
• Knowledge of local labor laws, withholdings, banking practices, and corporate business practices
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
• Fluency in English (Level 3 – General Professional Proficiency or higher);
• Ability to manage diverse program personnel within a cross-cultural context; and
• Experience managing and providing inputs on budgets, management, and program implementation for international development projects.

CAMRIS International, LLC offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Please submit your resume online at CAMRIS.com. CAMRIS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by any applicable federal, state, or local law.