Chief Operations Officer

About AACS Consulting

Job Summary

The Chief Operations Officer (COO) is a senior role undertaking the leadership and management of AACS Consulting's complete operation-related activities, including financial, human resources, logistics and procurement. S/he will ensure that AACS Consulting's activities receive the best possible operational support while ensuring such activities are implemented in most efficient, client-friendly, safe, and professional manner. The incumbent will develop and revise sound operational policies and procedures while also continuously building operations staff capacity and skills.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Develop a bi-annual Operations Management Plan, determining action points for upgrading Company operations and optimizing resource utilization.
2. Establish and implement policies & procedures for sound, smooth and effective day-to-day operations of the company.
3. Plan, develop, organize, implement, direct and evaluate the company's fiscal function and performance.
4. Provide timely and accurate budget analysis, financial report and financial trends in order to assist management with decision-making.
5. Provide financial records and documents in timely manners for internal, external and government auditors and ensure that the company complies with all regulatory requirements.
6. Ensure that all operational activities are carried out in compliance with company's, Government of Afghanistan, and donor directives and applicable regulations and laws.
7. Provide technical inputs to proposals and concept notes in areas of expertise.
8. Brainstorm with AACS Consulting management and teams to identify innovative business ideas and develop plans.
9. Attend weekly management meetings at AACS Consulting and accompany management team to meetings with donors and clients as needed.
10. Supervise, manage and build An innovative capacity of Administration and Finance, Human Resources, Logistics and Procurement, and Compliance and Audit teams.
11. Other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Job Requirements

Master’s degree in Economics, Business Administration, Financial Management or a bachelor’s degree with an advanced certificate in a relevant field.

A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible work experience, including at least five years working with international organizations in Finance, Accounting, and Administration.

A minimum of two years’ experience in managerial positions.

Demonstrated experience in developing and managing large-scale financial and administrative systems.

Demonstrated interpersonal skills including diplomacy tact and the ability to negotiate and influence.

Proven ability to mentor and build the capacity of junior staff and interns within the Company.

Excellent communication skills in English a must: speaking, writing and listening.

Ability to set priorities and manage time effectively.

Analytical and problem-solving ability.

Ability to think strategically and to act in the best interest of AACS Consulting.

Ability to work both independently and as an effective team member.

Advanced skills in Microsoft Office suite and QuickBooks a must.
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Submission Guideline

Interested candidates should send the following documents to below email address by October 17, 2018:

A cover letter explaining how they are fit for the role

An up to date curriculum vitae
Note:
1. Please mention position title and vacancy number in the subject line, otherwise your application may not be considered.
2. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis as applications are received.

Functional Area

Management

Countries

Submission Email

vacancies@aacs-consulting.com

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