About IREX 
IREX is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to building a more just, prosperous, and inclusive world by empowering youth, cultivating leaders, strengthening institutions, and extending access to quality education and information. Founded in 1968, IREX has an annual portfolio of over $100 million, offices in 20 countries, and a global staff of 700. We work in more than 100 countries worldwide.

Summary of Position  
IREX seeks an Operations Director for the upcoming five-year, approximately $30M USAID-funded Civic Engagement Activity in Iraq. The goal of this activity will be to foster a more politically engaged citizenry in Iraq, enhancing trust and participation in the country's democratic processes. This activity seeks to elevate civic literacy, empower citizens to actively engage and contribute to discussions on issues of concern. Equipping citizens with the knowledge and skills necessary to participate effectively in the democratic processes. This includes fostering awareness of governmental processes, promoting access to accurate media content, facilitating increased engagement with government entities at various levels, and empowering citizens to participate in public life.

The Operations Director will be responsible for overseeing all operational, administrative and financial aspects of the project, and ensuring compliance with USAID regulations.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day oversight and supervision for operations, financial management, administration and compliance for the project, ensuring that the most efficient and effective financial control systems and operations processes are in place
• Supervise day-to-day field presence in the areas of operations, administration, logistics, procurement, budgeting, accounting, IT and working closely with the technical team to support efficient coordination and timely implementation of activities
• Manage program accounting, country-level financial reporting including drafting budgets and managing bank accounts including bank reconciliations. Track and report monthly and quarterly on project financial management and performance
• Ensure compliance with U.S Government regulations, IREX’s corporate policies and host-country laws
• Analyze and streamline processes in the field office, provide training and capacity building to project staff on an ongoing basis on project administration and implementation 
• Other tasks as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, accounting or related field
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience managing operations and financial activities for large and complex donor-funded programs, preferably USAID 
• Proven expertise in finance, accounting and auditing including grants management, financial planning, monitoring of grant compliance, and establishment and management of internal controls 
• Advanced Excel skills and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment  
• Experience working on highly challenging operational environments
• Knowledge and understanding of USAID rules, regulations, and reporting requirements, and local taxes and labor laws
• Demonstrated leadership, strategic thinking and planning, management, and presentation skills  
•  Advanced proficiency in English, required. Fluency in Arabic language strongly preferred.