Posted October 6, 2015

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MIUSA Position Description

Director of Administration
Overview
Mobility International USA (MIUSA) seeks a highly qualified Director of
Administration. Qualified candidates will have excellent operational management,
interpersonal, fiscal and project management skills. Previous federal grant
management and experience in managing international projects preferred. This is a
full-time position that reports to the Chief Executive Officer and is based in
Eugene, Oregon USA. This is a tremendous opportunity for a leader to maximize and
strengthen the internal capacity of a mission-oriented, high-impact organization.

About the Organization

Founded in 1981, Mobility International USA (MIUSA) is a disability-led non-profit
organization headquartered in Eugene, Oregon, USA working to advance the rights
of people with disabilities globally. By implementing innovative programs, we are
building bridges to create a new era where people with disabilities will take their
rightful place in the world community. MIUSA is a cross-disability organization
serving people with a broad range of disabilities.
MIUSA has grown from a tiny grassroots dream to an international voice for the
rights of people with disabilities. MIUSA's publications, videos and awards speak
passionately of the work completed. MIUSA remains diligent in efforts to lead the
United States and move the international community forward in cross-cultural
understanding, disability rights, and the development of local leadership capacity
by people with disabilities worldwide.

Salary and Benefits

Competitive salary range of $54,000 - $65,000 commensurate with experience;
excellent benefit package including full medical, long-term disability, retirement,
wellness, professional development and public transportation pass.

Director of Administration Role

Administrative Responsibilities
Leads, oversees and manages all internal operations.

Develops and administers operational and administrative policies, standards,

practices and systems that advance the organizations missions, values and
goals.

Reviews, monitors and administers all formal finance, human resources,

operational and IT-related policies, procedures, systems and processes.

Recommends and implements improvements to the systems in place and

manages the systems going forward.

Ensures organizational compliance with all federal, state, and regulatory

statutes, rules and regulations.

Ensures that the organization delivers on all project and grant deliverables.

Ensures timely, effective and professional communications with project

partners, grant officers, participants and consultants as needed and specified
by grant requirements.

Ensures organizational compliance with federal grant regulations, including

new Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Uniform Guidance for Federal
awards.

Human Resource Responsibilities

Evaluates and oversees all benefits negotiations to provide most competitive
and rewarding packages for MIUSA employees.

Reviews and oversees human resources programs such as staff training,

development, compensation and benefits, employee relations, performance
evaluation, conflict resolution, recruiting and hiring.

Oversees, leads, administers and monitors organizational hiring, orientation

and ongoing training of project staff; performance evaluations; professional
development; maintains personnel records; approves staff time and requests.

Supervises senior leadership staff and project manager level positions as

assigned.

Improves institutional and organizational systems to increase staff

productivity and enhance the quality of the work.

Provides reports to the CEO and Personnel committee to ensure personnel

policies are aligned with organizational goals and mission.

Serves as a liaison to the Finance Committee with the Director of Finance

and Personnel Committee of the Board of Directors.

Attends Board of Directors meetings in the absence of the CEO.

Finance and Technology Responsibilities

Responsible for full oversight of all operational, finance and personnel
activities. Implements systems and processes to ensure highly effective and
efficient operations.

Oversees organizational operating budget, projections and records, including

cost-share contributions.

Oversees the Director of Finance to ensure that financial systems and

accounting software provide the organization with quick access to accurate
financial information and enables strategic budget planning.

Reviews financial reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with federal

grant requirements.

Assists with the auditing process with the Director of Finance to ensure
efficient and effective audit process.

Directs, monitors and reviews staffing patterns and forecasting for effective
budgeting.

Manages technology infrastructure, inventory, upgrades and maintenance to

ensure innovation and timely improvements that lead to more efficient and
quality work.

Directs activities as requested to develop, manage and sustain organizational

funding, including writing funding proposals (if applicable), enhancing
relationships with funders and partners, coordinating donor activities,
retaining existing funding and other related activities.

Leadership Responsibilities
Reports to the CEO; meets regularly on organizational priorities, goals and
processes to ensure high quality programs and projects.

Supervises the Office Manager.

Provides a strong day-to-day leadership presence and supports an open-door

policy among all staff that encourages teamwork, professional development,
quality programming, mentoring and excellence.

Ensures that monthly staff and managers meetings are conducted.

Fosters a success-oriented, collegial and accountable work environment that

effectively meets the needs of all projects and deliverables and promotes
peak performance from staff.

In absence of CEO, serves as person in charge; serves as temporary program

manager in regular managers absence or vacancy.

Assists CEO as needed in strategic planning initiatives as requested by Board

of Directors Strategic Planning Committee.

Coordinates special projects as requested by the CEO, including but not

limited to short term projects, special events, staff retreats, job search and
training programs.

Other General Responsibilities

Adheres to MIUSAs personnel policies and procedures stated in the policy
manual.

Manages workload, sets priorities and adheres to timelines.

Maintains organized files and workspace.

Works as part of a team in the MIUSA office.

Qualifications
M.A./M.S. required or B.A./B.S with demonstrated equivalent experience.

8+ years experience in a leadership role, managing grant-funded projects and

staff in a non-profit environment, or equivalent.

Experience overseeing and managing operational activities including financial

and human resources systems at a similarly-sized non-profit organization or
division required.

Excellent interpersonal skills including conflict resolution, effective team

building, communication with individuals and groups.

Excellent writing, speaking, and organizational skills.

Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment utilizing good judgment and

effective decision-making skills.

Personal qualities of respect, responsibility, integrity, honesty, leadership and

strong ethical values.

Experience complying with the U.S. State Department Office of Management

and Budgets regulations and familiarity with Uniform Guidance regulations
preferred.

Demonstrated experience in successful funding strategies, project

development, fundraising and donor strategies preferred.

Experience with public relations and communications preferred.

Passion for empowering people with disabilities in an international context

and ability to convey organizational mission is a plus.

Application Instructions
Applications are accepted by email only to miusadirector@gmail.com with [Your
Last Name, First Name], Director of Administration. Please provide the following:
o Cover letter describing your interest in the position, detailed match of
skills and experience with position responsibilities, and explanation of
your career goals and how this position is a strong fit
o Current resume and list of 3 references
Applications are due by October 30, 2015 by 5:00 p.m. PDT for initial
consideration and screening. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. MIUSA
is an Equal Opportunity Employer. People with disabilities and others are
encouraged to apply.
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