What You’ll Be Doing
Cadmus has an exciting new opportunity for an International Development Technical Director to lead and manage client projects, business development, and personnel in support of our international portfolio. Our team works directly with governments, donors, and the private sector to support design, research, transactions, and delivery across a range of technical areas, to include financial sector, climate finance, blended finance, capital markets, public investment management, structured finance, public-private partnerships, infrastructure, energy, transportation, intelligent transport systems, legal/regulatory reform, and other cross cutting areas of investment.
Who We Are
At Cadmus, we recognize that solving the world’s most challenging problems can’t be accomplished alone or with cookie-cutter solutions. That’s why we look for team players and problem solvers who are driven to use their unique perspectives and intellectual curiosity to help deliver breakthrough solutions that achieve transformative goals. On the Cadmus team, you’ll collaborate with leading experts to help our clients across the globe.
Cadmus’ mission is to deploy industry-leading expertise to help our clients achieve extraordinary results that strengthen society and the natural world. We offer competitive compensation, outstanding health care and retirement benefits, a vibrant and collaborative work environment, and opportunities for professional growth. We are committed to advancing diversity, fostering a culture of equity in the workplace and society, and maintaining an accessible and inclusive environment where all employees feel connected, respected, and valued.
Join Cadmus. Let’s solve the world’s most challenging problems together.
Program Management:
- Holds ultimate responsibility to the client for the quality of service and deliverables
- Holds ultimate responsibility to Cadmus and the client to ensure outcomes that satisfy client requirements (i.e., accomplishment of required deliverables on time and budget as well as ensuring client satisfaction)
- Identifies the appropriate approach to negotiate with clients for additional funds or time, as applicable
- Anticipates internal problems while they can still be solved, develops solutions, and understands when to seek counsel as needed; removes barriers and obstacles for team
- Follows established quality assurance and quality control protocols
- Contributes to a team receiving exceptional, documented customer feedback
- Meets or exceeds revenue target(s) associated with a contract or account, as applicable
- Responsibly manages project budget and demonstrates strong financial literacy with attention to profitability, risks and liabilities, invoicing, and accounts receivable
- Fosters strong client relationships through clear and consistent communication
- Coaches Cadmus’ next generation of experts to take on larger responsibilities within projects
Business Development:
- Leads sustained support and growth within contracts or client accounts by anticipating future needs; includes bringing a strong understanding of how Cadmus’ broader capabilities may support project and client goals
- Cultivates existing client and industry relationships to develop opportunities and expand work with new and existing clients
- Provides strategic input and develops targeted content for proposals; meets all proposal deadlines and standards of quality
- Additionally, supports the following types of business building activities in coordination with division, practice, or program leadership:
- Organizes and coordinates communities of practice in their field of expertise to develop capabilities that lead to expansion of Cadmus’ business and opportunities and cross-sells capabilities across the company
- Publishes work externally and presents at conferences and professional association events as a nationally recognized expert in their field
- Coaches the next generation of subject-matter experts within the community of practice on how to contribute to Cadmus business development efforts
Technical Delivery:
- Lead technical work (e.g., research, qualitative and quantitative analysis and policy support, report writing and presentation development) across a range of donor-funded international projects
- Deliver technical assistance for international government staff, policymakers, international development agencies, corporate or non-profit clients
- Demonstrate valuable thought leadership in area of specialization; identify and develop new technical offerings to expand our business
- Maintain and enhance Cadmus’ reputation through publication and conference presentations
- Holds ultimate responsibility to the client for the quality of service and deliverables
- MBA, M.A., or M.S. degree in relevant field
- CFA or other professional financial designation preferred
- More than 15 years of relevant work experience with global expertise in economics and finance, including in emerging and developing countries
- Experience working with emerging market financial sectors, central banks, and/or finance/economics ministries
- Previous experience working with USAID or other international donors required. US domestic experience preferred
- Demonstrated leadership, decision-making, teambuilding, and management skills
- Experience in successful project, financial, and contract management
- Strong analytical and communication capabilities
- Excellent writing skills
- Foreign language skills preferred
- Prior experience in project management and previous work experience across a range of donors is desired. Previous experience Technical Director a plus
Additional Information:
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States as a U.S Permanent Resident or U.S. Citizen.
Based on eligibility and job status, Cadmus offers an excellent benefits package to include: medical, dental, vision, company paid disability and life insurance, 401(k) program, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, voluntary time off (VTO), tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance program, other optional benefits and various bonus programs.
The minimum starting salary for this position is $143,000. The actual salary may be higher and will be determined by several factors, including relevant work experience, education, skills, and market competitiveness.
We value the critical role safety and health protocols contribute to everyone’s success at Cadmus, and work together to align and comply with all federal, state, and local safety and health mandates related to COVID to ensure a safe and valuable work environment.
Cadmus is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination. Cadmus is committed to providing a respectful workplace where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation (including gender identity and/or expression), national origin, military and veteran status, physical and mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Learn more about Cadmus by visiting our website at: http://www.cadmusgroup.com