Operations Manager at Tetra Tech ARD

About the Organization

Tetra Tech ARD is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to support the USAID Feed the Future Ghana Fisheries Recovery Activity (GFRA) in Accra, Ghana. The GFRA works to prevent the collapse of the small pelagic fishery sector in Ghana while improving supplemental livelihoods, resilience, and food security for fishing communities.

Program Overview

The Ghana Fisheries Recovery Activity (GFRA) aims to:

• Improve supplemental livelihoods and resilience measures for fishing communities, particularly for women and youth
• Facilitate private sector engagement and market linkages in the fishing sector
• Strengthen government capacity in policymaking, regulation, and enforcement
• Strengthen improved science and research, including data for policy and management decisions
• Empower key stakeholders to effect change

Position Overview

The Operations Manager is responsible for building and managing systems and processes for the successful compliance and operations of the GFRA program. The Operations Manager will direct all operational, administrative, compliance, and IT functions of the project, providing operational and administrative support and expertise to the program, and liaising with the client, other implementing partners, and key stakeholders under the direction of the Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP).

Key Responsibilities

Office Management

• Manage day-to-day operations of the GFRA offices
• Establish and maintain effective office information management systems including files, hardware, software, and technical support
• Oversee management of office vehicles

Reporting and Team Supervision

The Operations Manager will report to the Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) and work closely with the technical team. This position will supervise the Travel and Events Coordinator, Administrative and Logistics Assistant, Administrative Assistant, and other potential operations staff.

Employment Details

• Position Type: Full-Time
• Location: Accra, Ghana