Contracts Officer(University Research Co.)-Employment opportunity in USA

Job title:Contracts Officer
Organization: University Research Co.
Job location: USA
Deadline: 26 Feb 2014
University Research Co., LLC (URC)
URC is a global company dedicated to improving the quality of health care, social services, and health education worldwide. With a non-profit affiliate, the Center for Human Services (CHS), URC manages projects in over 45 countries, including the United States.

Established in 1965, URC offers a range of technical assistance to strengthen health and social systems and service quality by empowering communities and health workers to identify and scale up locally appropriate solutions to critical problems. Internationally, we expand access to and improve the quality of services addressing maternal, newborn, and child health; infectious diseases, including HIV/AIDS, TB, and malaria; reproductive health and family planning; food and nutrition; and vulnerable children and families. In the US, we focus on improving communication related to issues like substance abuse, with a particular focus on reaching underserved populations.

URC’s mission is to provide innovative, evidence-based solutions to health and social challenges worldwide. Please join us in carrying out our mission (http://www.urc-chs.com/).

Roles and Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Senior Contracts Manager, Contracts and Grants Administration, the Contracts Officer will be responsible for administrative and contracts support throughout the entire contracts process.
• Assist with cradle to grave contract administration tasks.
• Prepare and submit routine approval requests to USAID.
• Track pending requests and follow up as needed.
• Review monthly invoices from subcontractors; track against budget and obligation.
• Coordinate preparation of subcontract reports.
• Assist with competitive procurements of goods and services as necessary.
• Develop purchase orders, and review/revise purchase orders received from field offices to meet company standards.
• Review leases; set up and maintain lease database.
• Assist with procurement questions (source/origin/nationality and waiver requirements).
• Copy, scan and distribute contractual documents and correspondence.
• Coordinate Outlook task management and calendar appointments with the Senior Contracts Manager to schedule meetings and appointments, maintain and update task tracker and liaison with requestors to provide status on work in progress.
• Maintain files (both hard copy and electronic).
• Update contract data sheet (monthly).
• Provide contract startup and closeout support.
• Prepare supporting documentation for cost proposals.
• Assist with documentation for country registrations; set up and maintain registration database.
• Other tasks as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:
Required Experience & Qualifications
Please note: Only candidates who are eligible to work in the United States for an indefinite period without a need for sponsorship will be considered for this position.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management or Accounting, or related field is needed.
• Strong writing skills and a high comfort level with complex contractual terms and rules is required.
• Computer proficiency in Excel, MS Word, and Adobe Acrobat.
• At least one year of relevant experience in Federal contract management, and basic familiarity with the FAR, AIDAR, and/or 22CFR226 are required.

Desired Experience & Qualifications
• Demonstrated experience prioritizing multiple tasks and maintaining organization during the work day; producing high quality and high quantity work during frequent interruptions, and coordinating with other departments to complete processes and information and document requirements within company deadlines.
• Experience working well under pressure and a track record of being a team player with flexibility to adapt to changing work requirements, are essential.
• Working proficiency of French, Spanish, Arabic, or other foreign language is highly desirable.
• Long-term interest in federal grants and contracting preferred.

How to apply:
Visit URC’s Career Opportunities  at www.urc-chs.com/careers.

Please cut and paste your cover letter and upload your CV where indicated. Also, please complete your application form and attach a completed USAID Form 1420 Contractor Employee Biographical Data Sheet as well.

Due to the large number of inquiries we receive, only candidates who have met the required experience & qualifications for this position will be contacted.
No phone calls please.
However, since we are active around the world in the field of public health, we may wish to retain your CV in our database for other/future opportunities, unless you direct us otherwise.
Thank you very much for your interest.

URC is an E-Verify Employer

URC is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
We value and seek diversity in our workforce.