Utility Support Fund Manager

RTI International is one of the world's leading research institutes, dedicated to improving the human condition by turning knowledge into practice. Our staff of more than 4000 provides research and technical expertise to governments and businesses in more than 40 countries in the areas of health and pharmaceuticals, education and training, surveys and statistics, advanced technology, international development, economic and social policy, energy and the environment, and laboratory and chemistry services.

RTI International is currently seeking operations specialists for the USAID-funded E-WASH program (which will aim to strengthen urban water service delivery in several Nigerian states), to fill the position below:

Job Position: Utility Support Fund Manager
Job Location: Abuja

Job Description

• Will oversee the disbursement of the Utility Support Fund in coordination with the Utility Technical Specialist.
• Support operational and financial assessments of the utilities to prioritize needed investments.
• Monitor the SWB activity against the respective performance improvement plans to ensure appropriate use and administration of the fund.

Qualifications

• Master's degree and 9 years of experience, or University degree and 12 years of relevant work experience in finance and contracts management.
• Extensive experience in procurement of goods and services, including preparing and issuing solicitations and proposals, monitoring contract performance, and ensuring compliance.
• Extensive knowledge of international best practices in procurement regulations and procedures.
• Demonstrated experience of USAID regulations pertaining to procurement and contracts management,
• Experience with fund management, impact investment and private sector partnerships and co-funding is preferred.

Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Only short-listed candidates will be contacte