Senior Contract Administrator Office of Finance & Contracts

Background
	Creative Associates International 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 plus 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 operation 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 relevant discipline Experience working in the International Development field 10 years’ experience as a Contracts Administrator or Manager Expert in 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 circulars 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
	Desired Skills &Qualifications
	Master’s Degree in a related field CCM, CPCM or CFCM Certification Willingness to travel globally, including conflict and post-conflict nations Language skills (Arabic and/or Spanish) highly desirable
	Application Instructions
	To apply for this position, please complete and submit our simple on-line form, where you can upload your résumé and other documents.
	Only if you are unable to submit online, may you send your résumé and cover letter by e-mail to Recruitment@CreativeDC.com with "Senior Contract Administrator CODE:HDQ49306" on the subject line. Please note only finalists will be contacted. No phone calls please. Creative is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA).