Position Location: Guatemala 

Background:   

Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions, and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 25 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.    

Project Summary:  

The USAID-funded Business Enabling Environment Activity will aim to contribute to an inclusive and more prosperous Guatemala through high quality job creation, Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) attraction and improved Public Financial Management (PFM) in areas with high outmigration and secondary cities. 

Position Summary:  

Creative is recruiting for an anticipated USAID-funded program in Guatemala. The Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) will be responsible for overseeing compliant, efficient, and cost-effective project operational systems and financial procedures.  

Primary Responsibilities:  

• Ensure streamlined operations systems and financial management procedures in line with Creative and donor rules and regulations.   
• Coordinate with the technical team to plan and execute activities in accordance with approved work plans.  
• Ensure that the operational policies, including field operations management guide inventory, fleet management, grants management, and IT are in place, compliant with project and donor policies, and implemented effectively.  
• Oversee the procurement of goods and services for the office per Creative’s policy.  
• Ensure that the project meets all USAID contractual requirements and ensure compliance with USAID and Creative policies and regulations.   
• Provide financial oversight, including the maintenance and monitoring of the project budget.   
• Manage financial systems, files, and maintain Creative’s online accounting system.  
• Liaise between Creative Associates' field and headquarters offices regarding all program financial matters and all internal or external audit requests, as needed.   
• Participate in ongoing analysis, forecasting and review of project expenses.   
• Manages and oversees staff responsible for arranging travel and logistics for staff and oversees organization of workshops.  
• Supervise the grants management team to ensure that grants are implemented in compliance with regulations and in accordance with their timelines, budgets, and scopes.  
• Oversee the management of project’s assets, safeguarding of inventory and IT equipment, transport and vehicle management and maintenance of office premises.    
• Prepare monthly field expense reports and report monthly expenses to HQ Offices.   
• Provide operational and financial training and guidance to project staff, grantees, local partners, and beneficiaries, as needed.  
• Respond to requests from USAID and supervisors as needed.  
• Travel as needed to ensure smooth and harmonized operations and financial processes, providing management support as necessary.  

Required Skills & Qualifications:  

• Bachelor’s degree in project management, business management, administration, accounting, financial management, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.    
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant work experience, including at least 4 years of supervisory experience.  

• Experience with USAID project operations and administration or similar work for other donors/U.S. Government agencies.  
• Knowledge of operating procedures and security considerations in complex environments.   
• Previous experience working with USAID strongly desired, or similar work for other donors/U.S. Government agencies.   
• Experience managing teams.  
• Ability to work under pressure and efficiently handle multiple tasks.  
• High level of fluency in spoken and written English and Spanish 

Local and regional candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.  

Position contingent upon donor funding.  

 Only finalists will be contacted.  No phone calls, please.