Senior Manager, Finance and Operations

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title : Senior Manager, Finance and Operations

Report To : Project Director, EpiC

Location : Dhaka, Bangladesh

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, youth, research, technology, communication, and social marketing—creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 50 countries and all U.S. states and territories.

FHI 360 has worked in Bangladesh for more than 45 years. Since 1975, we have taken a comprehensive approach to help transform the country's health and development landscape. Leveraging a blend of global expertise and local insights, we have consistently strengthened community capacities, enhanced systems, and reinforced institutional frameworks for a sustainable impact. In partnership with the Government of Bangladesh, civil society, academia, and the private sector, FHI 360 Bangladesh delivers integrated programs across critical sectors. Our initiatives have spanned essential health services—including HIV and nutrition, tuberculosis, global health security, and economic participation.  

This position is contingent upon funding from the Department of State.

Project Description:

Meeting Targets and Maintaining Epidemic Control (EpiC) is a global project funded by the US Government and the US President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), that provides strategic technical assistance and direct service delivery to achieve HIV epidemic control among all at-risk populations; strengthen global health security (GHS), including outbreak response; improve maternal and child health (MCH), address malaria; and promote health systems strengthening (HSS) including supply chain management. 

Position Summary:

The Senior Manager, Finance and Operations will be responsible for overseeing all financial, administrative, operational, and compliance functions of the U.S. Department of State, Government (former USAID)-funded EpiC Bangladesh project. Reporting directly to the Project Director, the Senior Manager will ensure sound financial stewardship, efficient operations, procurement, and subaward management in accordance with U.S. Department of State, Government (former USAID)/USG rules, FHI 360 policies, and applicable local regulations. This role will support project delivery by enabling smooth operational systems, timely resource allocation, and robust risk management across all project components, including GHS, MCH, nutrition, and outbreak preparedness.

Key Responsibilities:

 Financial Management:

• Lead all aspects of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and expenditure monitoring.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for internal and donor submission.
• Review and ensure accuracy of all financial transactions, cost allocations, and documentation.
• Monitor burn rates and advise Project Director and technical teams on budget realignments and financial planning.
• Provides leadership and technical guidance for compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Procedures. Knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards and Federal Acquisition Regulations may also be required.
• Provides recommendations on financial projects and compliances and assists with development and management of internal financial audits. 

Grants, Contracts, and Subawards:

• Oversee management of subawards and service contracts, ensuring financial compliance and performance monitoring.
• Support the development and review of sub-award budgets, financial reports, and disbursement requests.
• Ensure competitive and transparent selection processes in accordance with U.S. Department of State, Government (former USAID) and organizational policies.
• Track sub-grantee compliance with donor requirements, organizational policies, and deliverables.

Procurement and Logistics:

• Manage procurement planning, tendering, vendor selection, and contract administration.
• Reviews procurement requests and payment vouchers for purchasing of goods and services for program activities, ensuring that all disbursements or reimbursements are made in compliance with FHI 360 policy and applicable to donor rules and regulations.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. Department of state, government (Former USAID) and FHI 360 procurement policies and standards.
• Maintain an updated inventory register and oversee effective asset management.
• Coordinate logistics for training, workshops, travel, and field activities.

Administrative and Operational Support:

• Lead the development of administrative and operations management systems and processes required to maintain project implementation, and ensure processes are compliant with USG policies and regulations.
• Reviews, provides input, and periodically updates operations, administrative, and financial office policy and protocols.
• Ensure smooth day-to-day administrative operations including office management, IT support, and facility maintenance.
• Supervise administrative staff to ensure efficient support for technical implementation.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and performance management of operations staff in coordination with HR.
• Supervises the management of the office and encourages a collaborative, cohesive working environment. 

Compliance, Capacity Building and Team & Risk Management:

• Ensure adherence to U.S. Department of State, Government (former USAID) regulations, FHI 360 policies, and national labor/tax laws.
• Facilitate internal and external audits and support implementation of audit recommendations.
• Identify and mitigate financial and operational risks to safeguard project assets and ensure accountability.
• Reviews security data with security manager and provide oversight and guidance in safety measures for all office staff. 
• Capacity Building and Team Management:
• Provide technical guidance and capacity building for finance and operations staff and sub-grantees.
• Foster a culture of compliance, transparency, and continuous improvement in operational systems.
• Conduct regular reviews of systems and processes for efficiency and effectiveness.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 8–10 years of relevant experience in financial and operations management in international development projects, preferably U.S. Department of State, Government (former USAID)-funded.
• Solid understanding of USG regulations (including 2 CFR 200, ADS, and FAR/AIDAR).
• Demonstrated experience managing multi-million-dollar budgets and subawards.
• Strong background in procurement, compliance, and risk management.
• Proven experience in team supervision, partner management, and organizational capacity development.
• High proficiency in financial software (e.g., QuickBooks, ERP, Excel).
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Fluency in English and Bangla (written and spoken).

Travel Requirements:

Occasional travel to field implementation areas as needed.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work and are subject to modification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job.  

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