Compliance officer Afghanistan

Chemonics seeks a compliance officer to help lead and manage the anticipated USAID-funded Regional Agricultural Development Program in Afghanistan. The program aims to foster economic growth for farmers and agribusinesses through increased productivity and production in target regions; strengthen market access and increase profitability of small and medium agribusinesses; build food security; increase and sustain adoption of licit crops, with special attention on high-value, wheat, and livestock value chains; and increase women's participation in high-value agricultural value-chain activities. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Responsibilities include:

• Ensure compliance with regulations, USAID policies, and USAID/Afghanistan mission orders and implementing partners notices
  
• Establish standards and procedures to ensure that the compliance program throughout the project is effective and efficient in preventing, detecting, identifying, and correcting noncompliance with applicable rules and regulations
  
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and internal controls
  
• Ensure due diligence that funds are not being diverted from their development purpose outlined in the contract and are not vulnerable to corruption, extortion, or otherwise benefitting maligned groups

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Relevant certification from internationally recognized compliance or auditing organization (e.g., Institute of Internal Auditors, International Standards Organization, American Society for Quality, and International Register of Certified Auditors) preferred
  
• Minimum five years of experience in audit​s, procurement, finance, management,​ or litigation
  
• Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity ​
  
• Knowledge of U.S. government and USAID regulations
• Familiarity with policies and compliance requirements related to international assistance programs

Application Instructions:

Please send electronic submissions to AfghanistanRADPCO@chemonics.com by September 15, 2012. Please list the position title in the subject line and include a resume, cover letter, and three recent professional references. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.

In addition, please download and complete Chemonics’ equal employment opportunity self-identification form and submit it separately to EEOselfidentify@chemonics.com with only “Compliance Officer - RADP South” in the subject line. If you prefer not to disclose your sex, race, or ethnicity, you may check “I do not wish to complete the information requested.” Thank you for completing the form and supporting our equal employment opportunity reporting requirements.

Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.

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