JSI seeks a dynamic and experienced Finance and Operations (F&O) Director for the anticipated United States Agency for International Development (USAID) funded Zambia Integrated Health Activity (ZIHA). The Activity will work in 3 provinces, Copperbelt, North Western, and Central, with the main objective focused on HIV prevention, care and treatment with integrated health services, specifically family planning and reproductive health (FP/RH) as well as maternal, newborn and child health (MNCH).

The F&O Director is a full-time position based in Lusaka and will oversee project finance, operational and administrative duties, including human resource management, information and communication technology, grants management, and procurement. S/he will ensure the financial systems and internal controls are in place and comply with the standard US Government and JSI/HQ policy and procedures. S/he will provide management support and implementation in the implementation of program activities. S/he will work closely with and under the direct supervision of the Chief of Party.

This position is contingent upon donor approval and funding.

• Provide financial management and administration of the activity, and management support and oversight in the implementation of project activities
• Coordinate with the COP to ensure that strategic and periodic budgets and forecasts are prepared and submitted in a timely fashion.
• Ensure the complete documentation and accountability of all financial transactions and preparation and closing of monthly field accounts
• Preparing and presenting project Pipeline Analysis on regular basis to the Senior Management Team for discussion
• Oversee sub-grant management and support the implementation of the project’s electronic data management platform (SalesForce)
• Support supply chain management expertise to support quantification and advocacy around commodities and supply chains
• Support the development of budgets, conduct budget flexibility analysis, costing of work-plans and assignment of expense codes for use by program staff in the implementation of activities.
• Oversee project procurement procedures
• Oversee granting and financial support to local partners
• Collaborate with Boston office to ensure accurate and timely financial information is presented to USAID.
• Ensure the management and compliance is in line with financial requirements for USAID, JSI and the laws of the GOG.
• Support in implementation of all policies and procedures of JSI, both local and global.
• Provide training and/or guidance to staff on financial controls and operational systems
• Support the COP and the team in responding to Financial and performance audits as and when necessary
• Perform any other duty as assigned by the COP.

• A master’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting, or other relevant field, or a bachelor’s or certified accounting degree with 10 years or more of experience
• A minimum of eight years of experience in administrative and financial management of large-scale, complex, international development assistance programs
• Demonstrated senior level experience working with PEPFAR funded programs and/or other USAID funded activities.
• Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and/or experiences in accounting, financial planning and management, supply chain support, and procurement, among other management support areas/functions, as required.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated experience and skills in developing and managing large budgets.