Finance and Operations Director | Dhaka, Bangladesh | 2024

Chemonics International Inc. is a leading international consulting firm based in Washington, D.C. with more than four decades of experience implementing donor funded projects around the world, including in Bangladesh. Chemonics is a leader in supply chain management and with deep experience managing supply chain projects to improve the availability of health commodities and strengthen country pharmaceutical supply chain systems.

Chemonics seeks a Finance and Operations Director for the eight-year, $50M USAID-funded Bangladesh Supply Chain Strengthening (SCS) Activity, an anticipated Task Order under the USAID NextGen Global Health Supply Chain Suite of Programs Comprehensive Technical Assistance IDIQ

The purpose of this Activity is to improve supply chain systems for commodity security, logistics, and regulation at all levels of the public health system, from national to subnational, to ensure that quality, affordable medicines, and other health commodities are consistently available to healthcare providers and patients when and where they are needed and used appropriately for improved health outcomes, in support of moving toward Universal Health Coverage. Under this Activity, the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) and Directorate General of Family Planning (DGFP) under the Bangladesh Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MOHFW) will be the main counterparts.

The Activity will provide systems strengthening technical assistance under the following objectives:

  1. Strengthen MOHFW’s supply chain management and oversight at the national and local levels.
  2. Strengthen national and local supply chain systems.
  3. Institutionalize data collection, analysis, and use for evidence-based decision-making.
  4. Strengthen supply chain systems to be resilient and prepared to respond to shocks and stressors.

The Finance and Operations Director will oversee the financial operations of the office and project, ensuring compliance with USAID regulations and Chemonics policies. This role will be responsible for general operations within the office, including administration, logistics, procurement, and human resources management. The Finance and Operations Director will ensure the financial integrity and operational efficiency of the project, supporting the achievement of program targets. The Finance and Operations Director will be based in Dhaka, Bangladesh. This position is contingent upon Chemonics receiving the award and funding. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world. Citizens of Bangladesh are strongly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee all financial operations of the office and project, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
  • Ensure compliance with USAID regulations and Chemonics policies in all financial and operational activities.
  • Manage general office operations, including administration, logistics, procurement, and human resources management
  • Develop and maintain financial systems and processes to support effective project implementation
  • Collaborate with the Chief of Party, Deputy Chief of Party, and other key staff to ensure financial and operational support for program activities
  • Monitor project expenditures and financial performance, providing regular updates and reports to the Chief of Party and USAID
  • Ensure compliance with US Government rules and regulations regarding procurements of goods and services
  • Develop budgets for annual workplans, prepare financial reports, and supervise expenditures
  • Develop internal control measures to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
  • Provide oversight for grants management and subcontracts to ensure grantees achieve agreed outcomes towards activity objectives
  • Lead financial and operational capacity building for local partners, grantees and staff

Qualifications:

  • A Master’s degree or higher in finance, business administration, economics, accounting, or a related field
  • Minimum 8 years of experience in finance/accounting for international development programs; previous USAID or donor experience preferred.
  • Demonstrated understanding of donor requirements and their application to contract and project management
  • Strong ability to work collaboratively with the Government of Bangladesh, grantees and local partners to achieve program targets
  • Demonstrated experience managing interdisciplinary teams and supervising administrative, finance, and operations staff
  • Previous experience managing grants preferred
  • Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity

Application Instructions: 

To apply for this position, please email your CV, indicating the position in the subject line, to mandroutsopoulos@chemonics.com. Early applicants are encouraged. No telephone inquiries please.

EEO Statement

Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.