About LINC
LINC is a mission-driven small business headquartered in Washington, DC dedicated to strengthening local actors and systems. At LINC, we believe that a practical approach to engaging committed, capable local actors increases international development effectiveness and sustainability. The recipient of USAID’s “Small Business of the Year” award in 2017, we are a team of reflective practitioners, passionate and energetic in our work, and committed to locally led development. We have developed ground-breaking tools to map organizational networks, measure social capital, and leverage systems-based approaches to development. We partner with major universities, foundations, local NGOs and consulting firms, USAID, and FCDO among others. Our country experience spans Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Europe. For more information on LINC, please visit www.linclocal.org.
Purpose of Project
The overall purpose of the anticipated USAID/Indonesia Monitoring, Evaluation, Collaborating, Learning, and Adapting (MECLA) Activity is to enhance the efficiency, effectiveness, and transparency of the USAID Mission in Indonesia, its implementing partners (IPs), and stakeholders in achieving and reporting results through the use of empirical data/information and adaptive management. In order to effectively measure and strengthen the outcomes and impact of U.S. development assistance, USAID/Indonesia seeks to enhance the design, Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E), Knowledge Management (KM), and Collaborating, Learning, and Adapting (CLA) capacity of its staff, IPs, and stakeholders in Indonesia. By adopting an evidence-based approach to decision-making, USAID can optimize resource allocation, thereby enhancing its contribution to sustainable development outcomes.
Position Description
LINC is seeking a Finance and Administration Director for the anticipated USAID-funded MECLA Activity in Indonesia. The Finance and Administration Director will oversee the administrative, operational, and financial management aspects of the project, to ensure that operations are efficient and effective, and that staff are safe and supported throughout their work. This will include overseeing local procurement, human resources, budgeting and financial reporting, vehicle management, security, and office operations. This is a proposal position contingent upon USAID award.
** Indonesian nationals are strongly encouraged to apply **
Responsibilities
- Ensure the project develops and maintains clear, efficient, and compliant procedures for all administrative, financial, and operational matters.
- Develop and oversee all financial management and reporting, vehicle management and transportation matters, and local procurement, including for goods and services.
- Ensure project administration and operations are carried out in compliance with USAID and LINC rules and regulations.
- Manage the day-to-day activities of all administrative personnel in support of project objectives.
- Oversee office operations.
- Support company registration and project start-up.
- Facilitate/oversee logistics and approvals for activities, as necessary.
- Undergraduate degree in a relevant field required, Master’s degree preferred.
- A minimum of 10 years’ progressive experience in donor-funded project management, with at least five years in an equivalent director-level role, managing finance and administration for a project of similar size.
- In-depth knowledge of USAID donor rules and regulations required.
- Experience conducting procurement in compliance with donor requirements.
- Experience developing and managing comprehensive financial management systems for multi-million dollar programs, and the associated budgeting and reporting.
- Excellent planning, management, and communication skills, ability to work in teams.
- Prior experience working in Indonesia required.
- Proficiency in spoken and written English and Bahasa Indonesia required.
