Afghanistan CONTRACTS, GRANTS AND PROCUREMENT DIRECTOR
July 14, 2012
Afghanistan,
CONTRACTS,
GRANTS AND PROCUREMENT DIRECTOR,
International NGO,
Tetra Tech ARD
Closing date: 31 Aug 2012
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Tetra Tech ARD
Tetra Tech ARD (http://www.tetratechard.com ), a leading international development consulting firm based in Burlington, Vermont and Washington, D.C., is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified candidates for a position as Contracts, Grants and Procurement Director on Tetra Tech ARD’s active Rule of Law Stabilization Program in Afghanistan. The overall goal of the program is to work to improve the accessibility, reliability, and fairness of Afghanistan's formal justice system. The Project seeks to accelerate the modernization of Afghanistan’s judiciary by addressing two important pillars: Capacity Building of the Judiciary and of the Faculties of Law and Shari’a; and Public Legal Outreach and Awareness through Strategic Communications.
Responsibilities: *Oversee, manage and coordinate all Contracts, Grants and Procurement activities; *Oversee, train and coordinate work of Grants Manager, Contracts Manager, Procurement Manager and other subordinate staff in department; *Prioritize and plan activities, identify resources, and provide support and guidance in each area; *Review and approve all procurement related activities from inception to close out of each specific activity; *Ensure all procurement related activities are in line with FAR, ADS, and ARD/DPK policies and procedures; *Recommend revisions to the existing Procurement policies and procedures to improve controls and efficiency; *Provide mentoring, and training in all areas of procurement for operations staff, and provide guidance and advice to technical staff in procurement related issues; *Coordinate with technical staff to ensure specifications, milestones, timelines, and delivery information provides all relevant details suitable for vendors, subcontractors and/or grantees to formulate proposals and offers;
Qualifications: *University degree in Business Administration or similar field (relevant experience and/or another university degree may substitute for the degrees mentioned);
*Minimum of 3 years experience in an equivalent position, or proven track record demonstrating candidate has required skills, experience and leadership abilities to lead Department; *Experience working in a similar position for an NGO or an international organization is preferred; *USAID funded project experience is most desirable; *Must also have the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, stressful environment. *Must be flexible, willing to perform other duties and work irregular hours. *Excellent knowledge of English, both written and spoken; *Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; *Excellent interpersonal skills, including patience, conflict management skills, diplomacy, willingness to listen and respect for colleagues; *Must be capable of working both individually and as part of a team.
Closing Date: August 31, 2012
How to apply:
Apply online at: https://careers.ardinc.com/ARDCareers/App/InternationalPostingDetail.asp...
Please indicate where you saw Tetra Tech ARD’s ad posted.
Tetra Tech ARD is committed to diversity and gender equality in all of its operations—in the US and overseas. We strive to reflect these goals in our global mission and in our workforce. We encourage applications from women and underrepresented ethnic, racial and cultural groups. Tetra Tech ARD is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Tetra Tech ARD
Tetra Tech ARD (http://www.tetratechard.com ), a leading international development consulting firm based in Burlington, Vermont and Washington, D.C., is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified candidates for a position as Contracts, Grants and Procurement Director on Tetra Tech ARD’s active Rule of Law Stabilization Program in Afghanistan. The overall goal of the program is to work to improve the accessibility, reliability, and fairness of Afghanistan's formal justice system. The Project seeks to accelerate the modernization of Afghanistan’s judiciary by addressing two important pillars: Capacity Building of the Judiciary and of the Faculties of Law and Shari’a; and Public Legal Outreach and Awareness through Strategic Communications.
Responsibilities: *Oversee, manage and coordinate all Contracts, Grants and Procurement activities; *Oversee, train and coordinate work of Grants Manager, Contracts Manager, Procurement Manager and other subordinate staff in department; *Prioritize and plan activities, identify resources, and provide support and guidance in each area; *Review and approve all procurement related activities from inception to close out of each specific activity; *Ensure all procurement related activities are in line with FAR, ADS, and ARD/DPK policies and procedures; *Recommend revisions to the existing Procurement policies and procedures to improve controls and efficiency; *Provide mentoring, and training in all areas of procurement for operations staff, and provide guidance and advice to technical staff in procurement related issues; *Coordinate with technical staff to ensure specifications, milestones, timelines, and delivery information provides all relevant details suitable for vendors, subcontractors and/or grantees to formulate proposals and offers;
Qualifications: *University degree in Business Administration or similar field (relevant experience and/or another university degree may substitute for the degrees mentioned);
*Minimum of 3 years experience in an equivalent position, or proven track record demonstrating candidate has required skills, experience and leadership abilities to lead Department; *Experience working in a similar position for an NGO or an international organization is preferred; *USAID funded project experience is most desirable; *Must also have the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, stressful environment. *Must be flexible, willing to perform other duties and work irregular hours. *Excellent knowledge of English, both written and spoken; *Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; *Excellent interpersonal skills, including patience, conflict management skills, diplomacy, willingness to listen and respect for colleagues; *Must be capable of working both individually and as part of a team.
Closing Date: August 31, 2012
How to apply:
Apply online at: https://careers.ardinc.com/ARDCareers/App/InternationalPostingDetail.asp...
Please indicate where you saw Tetra Tech ARD’s ad posted.
Tetra Tech ARD is committed to diversity and gender equality in all of its operations—in the US and overseas. We strive to reflect these goals in our global mission and in our workforce. We encourage applications from women and underrepresented ethnic, racial and cultural groups. Tetra Tech ARD is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
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