IRG seeks a Contracts Administrator. The Contracts Administrator position provides administrative support for multiple U.S. and field-based project teams, under the supervision of the Contracts Director. Candidates must be able to interface effectively with Project Technical Managers and Subcontractors and should possess a general understanding of federal government contract & project management practices. Additional requirements are a basic knowledge of different contract types, familiarity with cost and pricing principles, and ability to research policies and apply concepts to solve day-to-day administrative issues. The Contracts Administrator will support preparation of subcontract awards, prepare budget estimates, and review and negotiate costs and prices with consultants and subcontractors. Prior experience with USAID in a contract administration or project management required.
QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Bachelor’s Degree. Prior Work Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in U.S. Federal Government Contract Administration or Project Management with USAID. Language: No language requirement other than English. Software Experience: Proficient spreadsheet skills and MS Excel/Word required. Travel: Opportunity for occasional travel to project. Other Requirements: Must be US Citizen or US Permanent Resident. Salary will commensurate with experience. Benefits include vacation, holidays, sick leave, health, dental and life insurances, 401K plan.
TO APPLY: Please submit cover letter, resume, application form and applicant questionnaire form to the following: By Email: jobs@irgltd.com <http://us.mc538.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=jobs@irgltd.com> – Include Job Title in the subject line. By Fax: # (202) 289-7601 Attn: Human Resources. By Mail: International Resources Group, Attn: Human Resources, 1211 Connecticut Avenue, NW Suite 700, Washington, DC 20036. No phone calls please. IRG is an EOE – M/F/D/V.
