Research Triangle Institute
posted 4 months ago
RTI International / Research Triangle Institute (RTI) is a global research institute and a leading international development organization dedicated to creating impactful solutions for a more prosperous, equitable, and resilient world. The Associate Director, Operations will play a crucial role in the anticipated USAID Feed the Future Demand And Supply for Safe, Healthy Diets (FTF DASHED) Activity, which aims to transform local food processing to sustainably and equitably increase access to and affordability of safe, nutritious foods for women and children. This position will be based in Washington, DC, and is contingent upon award and funding. The Associate Director will provide operational direction for the FTF DASHED Activity, ensuring synergy across technical and operational components of the project. This includes overseeing the project's day-to-day operations, which encompass administration, logistics, procurement, budgeting, and accounting. The role requires strong managerial oversight over financial operations, including cash flow management and monitoring of obligations, budgets, and expenditures. Additionally, the Associate Director will oversee the Human Resources function, addressing recruitment needs and resolving any HR issues that may arise. The position also involves preparing and delivering high-quality reports to USAID, ensuring that all contractual deliverables and reporting requirements are met in compliance with U.S. federal regulations. The Associate Director will assist in establishing and managing trackers for local subcontractors, developing RFPs, RFQs, and contracting instruments, and ensuring compliance with USAID rules and regulations regarding the project grant process. Continuous improvement and identifying new efficiencies will be key components of this role, along with assisting in annual work planning, budgeting, and overall program financial management as required.