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Position : Finance Manager

Project : Infectious Disease Detection and Surveillance – IDDS Project

Reports to : Project Team Lead

Duty station : Yangon

Contract Term : Short Term (till September 2023)

FHI 360 is a global development organization with a rigorous, evidence-based approach. Our professional staff includes experts in civil society, health, nutrition, education, economic development, environment and research. FHI 360 operates from 60 offices with 4,400 staff in the U.S. and around the world. Our commitment to partnerships at every level and our multidisciplinary approach enable us to have a lasting impact on the individuals, communities and countries we serve, improving lives for millions. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Finance Manager for Infectious Disease Detection and Surveillance – IDDS Project.

Infectious Disease Detection and Surveillance (IDDS) is a five-year USAID-funded project with the following overall objectives: (1) Improve the detection of diseases of public health importance and identification of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in priority infectious diseases through an accessible, accurate, adaptable, timely, and integrated diagnostic network system; (2) Improve the quality of real-time surveillance systems for pathogens of greatest public health concern, including AMR and zoonotic diseases, and; (3) Generate evidence-based guidance and innovative solutions to strengthen in-country diagnostic networks and surveillance systems.

Under the supervision of Team Lead, technical supervision from IDDS head quarter, the Finance Manager will be responsible for overseeing financial management, budget management, project cash flow and compliance of financial reporting, record, documentation are in line with donor rules and regulations. Ensure to coordinate with IDDS team member, Country Office team to support related with finance and compliance matter.

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain up-to-date financial tracking system

• Maintain proper documentation for all office and project expenditures

• Coordinate monthly requests of funds, based on budget and cash flow projections, to ensure that the program has all the necessary funds for the operations

• Ensure of project expenses are recorded on time in the system

• Ensure of project spends according to monthly forecast

• Review purchase orders and required supporting documentation and consult with the team leader for approval, prior to issuance of the purchase orders within agreed-upon thresholds

• Liaise with vendors and other service providers and ensure that invoices are verified and submitted on a timely basis

• Complete regular financial tracking reports to monitor Myanmar project spend against the approved budget

• Design and implement office financial policies, standards, and procedures in line with FHI 360 policies and the USG

• Provide input to the preparation of project budgets for IDDS Myanmar

• Review IDDS staff expense reports and supporting documentation and after approval arrange prompt payment

• Monitor time spent by the Myanmar project staff and advise the Country Team Lead if time is not being charged and spent according to the approved Myanmar budget

• Assist the Country Team Lead/ Project Manager with the hiring of project staff in Myanmar

• Advise project staff on USAID requirements and provide training on financial management, record keeping, operational systems and policies as needed

Type of contract

Short Term contract with possible extension

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Usual office working conditions in Yangon. Ability to travel within Myanmar including within non-state and border regions.

Minimum requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Administration or similar field is preferable
• Minimum five years of professional experience providing budgeting, Analyzing, Compliance. Accounting and financial management services is preferable.
• Demonstrable understanding of accounting procedures
• Familiar with USG rules and regulations, and experience in a similar position on a USG-funded project preferred
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Strong English written, oral, and presentation skills
• Authorization to work in Myanmar

  Preferred Qualifications:

  • Myanmar national
  • Detail-oriented and highly organized
  • Experience completing a variety of financial tasks by establishing priorities and working in a fast-paced office environment, under pressure and against numerous deadlines
  • Ability to work independently and as well as part of a team
  • Accuracy and attention to detail in the performance of duties is of critical importance
  • Excellent organizational skills, including task and time management

    This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

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    FHI 360 will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.
    
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