ICMA seeks a Program Manager based in DC to provide program management and administrative oversight for Afghanistan field programs and to support business and proposal development activities. ICMA is the premier local government leadership and management organization. Its mission is to create excellence in local governance worldwide by providing technical and management assistance, training, and information resources. Responsibilities include: Managing an Afghanistan portfolio development contract. You will responsible for assisting in program start-up and close-out. You will also be recruiting consultants for programs and proposals as well as developing and monitoring consultant and subcontractor contracts. You will be preparing, managing, and monitoring program budgets while ensuring program compliance with USAID contractual regulations. You will also support a range of proposal development activities. You will be responsible for conducting country or thematic research for programs or proposals. You will also contribute to program-related articles and reports. You will need to be able to participate in overseas trips related to program management in conflict environments in Afghanistan.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in International Affairs, Public Administration, International Business Administration, Economics, Urban Studies or related field and five years of experience.
- Master’s Degree may be substituted for one year of experience.
- At least 3 years of experience managing USAID grants or contracts.
- Available for periodic overseas travel. Knowledge of and experience with administration and finance of USAID-funded contracts or grants.
- General management of professional and administrative personnel.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated financial management and budgetary skills.
- Word and Excel skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in related field.
Please send your resume to recruitment@icma.org put "Program Manager" in the subject line. Deadline for this position is March 27 2011.
No phone calls please.
Only finalists will be contacted.
