Kentro is hiring a Senior Advisor

Kentro is hiring a Senior Advisor to provide direct support to the Office of the Administrator at USAID. This role is critical for ensuring continuity and operational coordination during the politically sensitive closeout and transition of USAID activities, applying executive-level judgment to legal, personnel, contractual, and programmatic issues.

What You'll Do

• Support the orderly closeout of USAID programs, contracts, and grants, ensuring compliance with FAR, AIDAR, ADS, and other relevant regulations.
• Support Contracting/Agreement Officers in the review and documentation requirements for termination settlements of acquisition and assistance instruments.
• Support the orderly offboarding of USAID personnel and other personnel-related actions.
• Support the resolution of legal disputes and claims in partnership with USAID’s Office of General Counsel and the Department of State.
• Provide expertise on closeout of large, complex infrastructure and program portfolios, including contract administration, risk management, and compliance tracking.
• Draft and review sensitive communications, transition reports, and briefing materials for senior leadership.
• Apply prior USAID and interagency leadership experience to inform decision-making, maintain continuity, and provide operational insight during politically sensitive transition activities.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Public Administration, International Development, or a related field.
• Advanced degree in Business or Public Administration.
• Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible USAID or USG program/operations management experience.
• Direct experience with contract/grant management and infrastructure/institutional support programs.
• Demonstrated experience leading closeout, transition, or restructuring efforts in complex, politically sensitive environments.
• U.S. Citizenship.
• Willingness and ability to obtain security clearance.

Nice to Have

• Advanced degree preferred.

Technical Stack

• Knowledge of FAR, AIDAR, ADS 300 series, and related regulations.
• Familiarity with USAID systems such as GLAAS and Phoenix.

Team & Environment

You will provide direct support to the Office of the Administrator at USAID.

Benefits & Compensation

• Paid time off.
• Healthcare benefits.
• Supplemental benefits.
• 401k including an employer match.
• Discount perks and rewards.
• Education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development.
• Funds for team activities (virtual and in-person).

Work Mode

This role follows a hybrid work model and is based in the DMV/Virginia area.

Kentro is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.