Project Background

The Jordan Himaya project is a USAID-funded activity that aims to enhance access to and quality of essential services and protection for survivors of gender-based violence (GBV) in Jordan. The project has two outcomes: 1) survivor-centered institutional capacity improved, and 2) legislative frameworks for protecting survivors and responding to violence strengthened. To achieve these outcomes, the project will apply a survivor-centered systems-strengthening approach to improve prevention, response, and protection services, and to support the development and implementation of survivor-centered legislation and policies. The project will work with and through local partners, including a Jordanian partner consortium and an all-Jordanian key personnel team, to leverage their expertise and ensure the sustainability and impact of the project interventions. Outcome 1 will inform research, advocacy, and policy changes in Outcome 2, while reforms supported under Outcome 2 will be implemented and enforced by institutions and service providers that have gained stronger capacity under Outcome 1.

Role’s Purpose

The Institutional Support Fund (ISF) Officer will work closely with the Procurement and Grants Officer, the senior project technical staff, and the finance department to design, deliver, and monitor the Institutional Support Fund (ISF). The ISF is a mechanism that will enable Himaya to provide material support to Government of Jordan (GOJ) stakeholders such as judicial institutions, the FPD, healthcare facilities, and shelters informed by assessments and mapping exercises. She/he will develop and oversee efficient procurement mechanisms of equipment, technologies, systems, tools, and materials for Himaya’s counterparts in compliance with USAID and DAI rules and directives.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the procurement process of all ISF transactions from the development of RFQs and RFPs through the award process in close coordination with the technical team.
• Support the Procurement and Grants Officer in the development of specific rules for the operation of the ISF in the project.
• With the Procurement and Grants Officer, identify and apply the most efficient procurement mechanisms responsive to the project's technical needs and the ISF's characteristics.
• Coordinate with procurement selection committees to ensure that committee participants understand evaluation criteria, have no conflicts of interest, and are trained in what is required for evaluation processes, when applicable.
• Analyze and evaluate proposals to RFQs and RFPs as outlined in the Project’s Operation Manual.
• Manage the execution and delivery of products under contract in close coordination with the technical team to ensure compliance.
• Work with the finance department to manage contract payments.

Qualifications

• B.A. Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent. An advanced degree or its equivalent is preferred.
• 6+ years of relevant experience in the management and administration of procurement and contracts portfolios.
• Minimum 2 years experience working on USAID-funded projects.
• Knowledge of USAID procurement procedures is required.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated knowledge of internal controls and audit processes.
• Prior work experience in Jordan.
• Professional proficiency in English and Arabic is required.

Skills

• An extremely well-organized and self-directed individual with sound technical skills, analytical ability, good judgment, and strong operational focus.
• Accuracy in working with large amounts of data and ability to respond effectively to time-sensitive inquiries.
• Ability to problem-solve difficult issues, and to multitask with ease, adapting to frequently changing priorities.
• Good stakeholder relationship management, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as an effective team member.
• Detail-oriented and solutions-oriented.
• Strong understanding of budgets.

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APPLICATION LINK:

https://fs23.formsite.com/OLJTgx/rad3o9njud/index

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applications must be submitted through the above Formsite link to be considered, applications through Akhtaboot will not be reviewed. Select the position in which you are interested in applying for, fill out the required information, and upload CV. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as interviews will be conducted soon. Please note, due to the volume of applications that we receive and the urgency to fill-up positions, only shortlisted applicants will receive notification on next steps.