NCBA CLUSA
Program Manager
NCBA CLUSA, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Company DescriptionNCBA CLUSA is the primary voice in the United States for people who use cooperatives to build a better world. By strengthening cooperatives, building resilient communities and providing economic opportunities, NCBA CLUSA, through its international and US programs, works through the cooperatives principles in more than 20 countries. Since 1916, NCBA CLUSA has shared the cooperative advantage, highlighting the impact cooperatives have in bettering the lives of individuals, families and communities. Through its advocacy program, NCBA CLUSA educates lawmakers and promotes the cooperative business model, working with public and private thought leaders.Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESMaintains up-to-date knowledge of all programmatic and financial aspects of assigned projects; is a principal home office representative of the project and represents headquarters’ policies and guidance to the field-based project staff; regularly updates key home office staff and donors on the project’s progress and any relevant issues.Reviews, analyzes, and edits periodic progress reports, annual work plans, assessments, and evaluations prepared in the field; ensures that all relevant data from the project is aggregated into the headquarters data systems; identifies issues and concerns related to any technical/programmatic issues that could jeopardize project implementation and/or achievement of objectives.Ensures that the field-based Country Director (CD) or Chief of Party (COP), Senior Program Manager (SPM), and other senior staff receive all necessary support for project implementation and management. Monitors the program to ensure that the field management and administrative systems are effectively supporting field and headquarters operations.Understands NCBA CLUSA’s financial structure including project agreements and budgets ensuring compliance with agreement provisions and donor requirements (e.g. USAID, USDA). Reviews and analyzes monthly financial reports prepared in the field and/or by the Program Accountant and takes steps necessary to ensure that sufficient funds are available for continued program operation.Monitors the technical and financial performance of partners and sub-awardees for compliance with subcontracts and sub-agreements by identifying and resolving project issues and concerns and providing analysis and recommendations.Supports the Business Development team with proposal development to include the most up-to-date strategies on a subject and assists in writing the corporate capability qualifications, writing assigned sections of a proposal, coordinating and assisting with other proposal development activities.Qualifications
Skills and ExperienceFluency or working knowledge in French is required as this position will interact with field staff with limited English.Requires a Bachelor of Science in International Relations, International Business, Political Science, Public Policy, Agriculture, Environmental Science, or Nutrition (or related field); a Master’s degree is preferred or four to six years equivalent experience in a related field.Experience working in a development context, preferably including field experience in the developing world.Experience with USAID and/or USDA rules and regulations, and/or other US government compliance familiarity.Strong experience and keen knowledge of fiscal management of federal government and external donor awards, especially USAID projects, with strong analytical, management, attention to detail, and capacity building skills.Strong project management skills, including experience in leading internal and external program planning and reporting initiatives, and developing and implementing an annual work plan.Superior organizational, project management, and analytical skills with a strong ability to prioritize.Sound financial management skills including maintaining and monitoring programmatic budgeting, spending projections, and expenses.Experience building relationships and collaborating with donors, partners, staff, and other stakeholders.Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written, and an ability to work effectively across multiple departments and cultures.Ability to travel to field sites 20% of the year.Additional InformationNCBA CLUSA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age, and legally protected characteristics for non-merit factors.NCBA CLUSA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all facets of employment, including the employment application and selection process. If you have a disability that affects your ability to use our online system to apply for a position at NCBA CLUSA, please send an email to
Brian Gunning
or call 202.383-5464.
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESMaintains up-to-date knowledge of all programmatic and financial aspects of assigned projects; is a principal home office representative of the project and represents headquarters’ policies and guidance to the field-based project staff; regularly updates key home office staff and donors on the project’s progress and any relevant issues.Reviews, analyzes, and edits periodic progress reports, annual work plans, assessments, and evaluations prepared in the field; ensures that all relevant data from the project is aggregated into the headquarters data systems; identifies issues and concerns related to any technical/programmatic issues that could jeopardize project implementation and/or achievement of objectives.Ensures that the field-based Country Director (CD) or Chief of Party (COP), Senior Program Manager (SPM), and other senior staff receive all necessary support for project implementation and management. Monitors the program to ensure that the field management and administrative systems are effectively supporting field and headquarters operations.Understands NCBA CLUSA’s financial structure including project agreements and budgets ensuring compliance with agreement provisions and donor requirements (e.g. USAID, USDA). Reviews and analyzes monthly financial reports prepared in the field and/or by the Program Accountant and takes steps necessary to ensure that sufficient funds are available for continued program operation.Monitors the technical and financial performance of partners and sub-awardees for compliance with subcontracts and sub-agreements by identifying and resolving project issues and concerns and providing analysis and recommendations.Supports the Business Development team with proposal development to include the most up-to-date strategies on a subject and assists in writing the corporate capability qualifications, writing assigned sections of a proposal, coordinating and assisting with other proposal development activities.Qualifications
Skills and ExperienceFluency or working knowledge in French is required as this position will interact with field staff with limited English.Requires a Bachelor of Science in International Relations, International Business, Political Science, Public Policy, Agriculture, Environmental Science, or Nutrition (or related field); a Master’s degree is preferred or four to six years equivalent experience in a related field.Experience working in a development context, preferably including field experience in the developing world.Experience with USAID and/or USDA rules and regulations, and/or other US government compliance familiarity.Strong experience and keen knowledge of fiscal management of federal government and external donor awards, especially USAID projects, with strong analytical, management, attention to detail, and capacity building skills.Strong project management skills, including experience in leading internal and external program planning and reporting initiatives, and developing and implementing an annual work plan.Superior organizational, project management, and analytical skills with a strong ability to prioritize.Sound financial management skills including maintaining and monitoring programmatic budgeting, spending projections, and expenses.Experience building relationships and collaborating with donors, partners, staff, and other stakeholders.Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written, and an ability to work effectively across multiple departments and cultures.Ability to travel to field sites 20% of the year.Additional InformationNCBA CLUSA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age, and legally protected characteristics for non-merit factors.NCBA CLUSA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all facets of employment, including the employment application and selection process. If you have a disability that affects your ability to use our online system to apply for a position at NCBA CLUSA, please send an email to
Brian Gunning
or call 202.383-5464.
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