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JOB DESCRIPTION: 

About Friends of Teach For Armenia:
Friends of Teach For Armenia (FOTFA) is the U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organization supporting the mission of Teach For Armenia through fundraising, strategic partnerships, and operational infrastructure. We are entering an exciting phase of growth and are seeking a highly organized and mission-aligned team member to lead and manage FOTFA’s internal operations.

Role Summary:
The Operations & Finance Manager will oversee all core administrative functions of FOTFA, including financial management, compliance, administrative operations, and investment oversight. This role is critical to ensuring strong governance and smooth functioning of our U.S. entity, enabling our team to focus on advancing educational equity in Armenia.

Key Responsibilities:
Finance & Accounting:
-Manage financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and reconciliation in coordination with our CPA firm.
-Ensure timely filings, compliance with IRS regulations, and oversight of audit/tax processes.
-Liaise with Teach For Armenia finance counterparts to align financial flows and reporting.

Investment Strategy Oversight:
-Serve as point of contact for our investment partners (e.g., Merrill Lynch).
-Monitor investment performance and ensure alignment with Board-approved strategy.
-Support Board engagement on financial planning and decision-making.

Operations & Administration:
-Maintain and improve internal systems, policies, and documentation.
-Support Board coordination and meeting logistics, including preparation of minutes and materials.
-Ensure donor acknowledgment processes and back-end systems are efficient and up to date.

Governance & Compliance:
-Ensure FOTFA meets all U.S. nonprofit governance requirements.
-Track and file documentation such as minutes, resolutions, and contracts.

Qualifications:
-5+ years of experience in operations, finance, or nonprofit administration.
-Strong project management and organizational skills.
-Familiarity with 501(c)(3) compliance, budgeting, and investment oversight a plus.
-Comfort working independently and across time zones.
-Mission-aligned with a commitment to advancing educational equity in Armenia and beyond.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Key Responsibilities:
Finance & Accounting:
-Manage financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and reconciliation in coordination with our CPA firm.
-Ensure timely filings, compliance with IRS regulations, and oversight of audit/tax processes.
-Liaise with Teach For Armenia finance counterparts to align financial flows and reporting.

Investment Strategy Oversight:
-Serve as point of contact for our investment partners (e.g., Merrill Lynch).
-Monitor investment performance and ensure alignment with Board-approved strategy.
-Support Board engagement on financial planning and decision-making.

Operations & Administration:
-Maintain and improve internal systems, policies, and documentation.
-Support Board coordination and meeting logistics, including preparation of minutes and materials.
-Ensure donor acknowledgment processes and back-end systems are efficient and up to date.

Governance & Compliance:
-Ensure FOTFA meets all U.S. nonprofit governance requirements.
-Track and file documentation such as minutes, resolutions, and contracts

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

Qualifications:
-5+ years of experience in operations, finance, or nonprofit administration.
-Strong project management and organizational skills.
-Familiarity with 501(c)(3) compliance, budgeting, and investment oversight a plus.
-Comfort working independently and across time zones.
-Mission-aligned with a commitment to advancing educational equity in Armenia and beyond.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: 

Please apply online at: https://teachforarmenia.bamboohr.com/careers/149

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