Senior Contract Administrator - Creative Associates International

Creative Associates International Inc. is a dynamic and fast-growing professional services firm that specializes in international development in the areas of education, democratic transitions and stabilization in post-conflict environments. Based in Washington, DC, the firm has a field presence in 20 countries worldwide with a strong and diverse portfolio that includes global contracts with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and other clients including the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Defense. The firm has earned a solid reputation among its clients and missions worldwide and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Senior Director of the Contracts Division will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operations of the Contract Unit and directly supervising the work of some department staff. This position works closely with the senior officers, program managers, and the program development unit.

Reporting & Supervision

The Senior Contract Administrator will directly supervise the work of staff within the department.

Primary Responsibilities

Assist the Senior Director to develop, implement and monitor tools, policies, procedures and systems to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the department. Reviewing RFA and RFP bid solicitations and supervising the preparation of cost proposals. Administering contracts, subcontracts and cooperative agreements so approvals extensions, modifications and amendments, supplemental funding requests, key personnel notifications, close-outs and other actions are handled promptly. Reviews subcontract proposals, negotiates terms and conditions, and issues subcontract agreements. Supervises corporate compliance in the U.S. Federal government and other databases including ORCA, etc. Supervises the issuance of corporate and project related requests for quotations (RFQs). Assists Contracts staff in providing regulation interpretation, advice and guidance to program, and other department staff throughout the cycle of the various contracts and cooperative agreements. Participates in front end strategic assessment of business pursuits, contract negotiation, and contract administration to provide proper fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. Participates in contract start-up, implementation, and close-out procedures ensuring compliance with terms and conditions of the contractual agreement and USG policies and procedures. Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in relative discipline Experience working in the International Development field 7 years' experience as a Contracts Administrator or Manager Knowledge of contractual agreements, including language and technicalities Demonstrated experience in administering USAID and other USG agency contracts and cooperative agreements with particular emphasis on FAR, AIDAR, CFR and relevant OMB circular Knowledgeable of Federal Travel Regulations and GSA schedules English fluency required; excellent communication skills (oral and written), and ability to provide briefings to management and customers

How to apply:

Please apply online at http://www.creativeassociatesinternational.com
Please submit all electronic submissions by 6/15/12. No phone calls please. Only finalists will be contacted. If you experience any technical difficulties during the application process, please send an email to recruitment @creativedc.com

Creative Associates International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. AA/V/D