ASSISTANT COUNTRY DIRECTOR - PROGRAM SUPPORT

Work Location:	Bangladesh - Dhaka
Other Possible Locations:
Expected Travel:	up to 30%
Language Requirement:
Employee Duration:	Active Full-Time
Type of Post:	Accompanied - Family
Funding:	Approved
*For U.S.-based positions, applicants who are not currently employed by CARE must be U.S. citizens or authorized to work in the United States.
Our diversity is our strength; we encourage people from all  backgrounds and experiences, particularly women, to apply.
DESCRIPTION
The Assistant Country Director, Program Support (ACD PS), based in Dhaka, Bangladesh, provides leadership, direction and is responsible for all the Country Office (CO) financial and administrative processes and functions. The post requires exceptional professional financial management skills and experience to ensure that program support is implemented efficiently and cost effectively providing high quality services and information to "clients" at all the different levels of CARE, as well as for individuals and communities, donors and other stakeholders. With CARE's "People at the Centre of Development" and values-based organizational culture, the ACD PS is responsible for mentoring and team building that promotes staff and partners personal and professional development. This requires strong interpersonal skills that will ensure integrity, excellent internal controls and the conscientious stewardship of all entrusted resources. As a key member of the 4 person Senior Core Management Team s/he will participate in and be responsible for the strategic leadership and direction in the Country Office. This includes developing policy and practice, representing and marketing CARE's work and making decisions that advance the direction, quality and impact of the CARE Bangladesh Program. Requirements ·         Bachelor’s Degree in a related field ·         5 years experience in a similar position – senior financial and managerial role in a multi-dimensional organization or company ·         Fluent oral and written communication skills in English ·         Proven experience mentoring, training and delegating ·         Excellent negotiation skills ·         Experience using financial software packages Preferred ·         Master’s Degree in a relevant field ·         8 years experience in a similar position – senior financial and managerial role in a multi-dimensional organization or company ·         International development experience

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