Regional Program Coordinator, Eastern and Southern Africa

at  University Research Co LLC Center for Human Services

UNIVERSITY RESEARCH CO., LLC (URC)

URC is a globally recognized leader in healthcare quality improvement. Since 1965, we have been committed to building and sustaining resilient health systems by collaborating with partners to implement science-driven, scalable solutions tailored to local needs. We embody our core values: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, DEIA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility), Collaboration, Accountability, and Performance Excellence.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Flexible and able to handle multiple tasks and work collaboratively with others;
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced organization by prioritizing and managing multiple priorities;
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through;
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) in English are required;

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, international development, or related area/program of study;
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in a position that includes financial support/compliance tasks, such as budget support work with expenses, financial planning,. reviewing expenditure vouchers and receipts, and determining allowability, allocability, and reasonableness of back-up documentation for expenditures;
• Work experience that entailed compliance with USG rules and regs, the FAR, and or USAID rules and regulations a plus;
• Advanced French is preferred, and any other major languages, such as Spanish, are considered a major advantage;Proficient with Microsoft Office
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• Strong Excel skills.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• International field experience in developing country setting (such as Peace Corps service or equivalent) preferred;
• Experience working with donor-funded programs in an organization focused on international development is desired;
• Ability to work effectively with a range of audiences, outside the United States highly desired.

*THE ROLE CAN BE PERFORMED REMOTELY IN THE US OR FROM HQ IN CHEVY, CHASE, MD.*

Hours: Regular Full-time; Minimum 40 hours/week
Reports to: Program Manager
Minimum Salary: Commensurate with required experience and qualifications

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Regional Program Coordinator Africa, Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) supports the implementation and operations of assigned projects in URC’s Africa/LAC) Region. Reporting to the Program Manager, the Regional Program Coordinator is a liaison between the field offices and URC headquarters. This includes coordinating communication with subcontractors or sub grantees, partner organizations, and donor agencies, as needed. The Regional Program Coordinator will initially support projects funded through the Department of Defense HIV/AIDS Prevention Program (DHAPP) in Uganda and Eswatini
Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Other tasks consistent with the nature of this position;
• As needed, represent URC at events, seminars and functions;
• Support with business/proposal development efforts as applicable;
• Travel to developing countries as required (up to 15%);