Tetra Tech International Development (International Development Jobs – Tetra Tech) is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified candidates for the position of Associate in the Democracy, Rights and Governance (DRG) Sector.
Position Description: This is a mid-career position for technical experts and professionals on international development themes related to democracy, rights and governance. The DRG Sector at Tetra Tech develops innovative solutions to the most complex challenges of our time, including fighting corruption, protecting human rights, promoting citizen engagement, and improving government accountability and inclusivity. The Democracy, Rights and Governance Sector implements global and country-specific projects in Asia, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East and Eastern Europe.
The Associate is a member of the Democracy, Rights and Governance technical and operations staff, working to develop current and new business efforts for the sector and collaborating with other Tetra Tech ARD sectors. In this capacity, the Associate will be assigned duties by the Sector Director, or designee, in the areas of project management, business development, and providing technical assistance. Associates are assigned to proposal and project teams in various roles such as Proposal Manager, Lead Technical Writer, Project Manager, and Deputy Project Manager, among others.
Responsibilities:
* Act as project manager or deputy project manager on DRG Sector projects in Asia, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East and Eastern Europe;
* Support DRG Sector new business development (proposal development, recruiting, technical writing assignments);
* Provide contractual and financial oversight and management of ongoing projects;
* Research DRG topics on Economic Governance and write, present and speak on technical thought leadership initiatives;
* Correspond with USAID on project and contract management matters; and
* Liaise with Project Management Team members at the Home Office and Field Office to ensure effective project outcomes.
Minimum Qualification Requirements:
* Minimum master’s or other advanced degree in international development or related field;
* Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in international development or project management;
* Technical proficiency in Economic Governance such as Public Financial Management, Business Enabling Environment, Regulatory Framework Development;
* Experience with USAID-funded project management, monitoring and evaluation, and/or communications;
* Experience in public finance management, business enabling environment and policy preparation
Preferred;
* Demonstrated capacity to link Democracy, Rights and Governance issues to efforts in other Tetra Tech sectors (Agriculture and Economic Growth, Environment and Natural Resources, Land Tenure and Property Rights, and Water Security, Sanitation and Hygiene) preferred;
* Conversant in USAID strategies and cross-cutting principles, including but not limited to digital development, gender and social inclusion, local capacity strengthening, localization, positive youth development, and private sector engagement preferred;
* Excellent communications skills, particularly in client relations;
* Fluency in English and Spanish required;
* Availability to travel 30-40% (safety and conditions permitting); and
* Current US work authorization is required at the time of application.
How to apply
To be considered, please submit the following:
* Cover Letter
* CV
Apply on-line at: Associate for Democracy, Rights, and Governance – US based remote – Tetra Tech Careers (selectminds.com)
Please ensure that only the requested documents noted above are submitted. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
Application deadline is Friday, August 9, 2024.
At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including health orders and regulations related to COVID-19 that are mandated by local, state, and federal authorities.
Tetra Tech International Development is committed to safeguarding and technical excellence in equality and social inclusion. Our team of dedicated Gender, Youth, and Social Inclusion (GYSI) advisers work closely with our staff and partners to share international norms and best practices to improve the livelihoods of the world’s most marginalized groups. Tetra Tech International Development is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives that aim to expand inclusion and an authentic sense of belonging to all our staff regardless of background.
Pay Transparency and Benefits Statement:
Tetra Tech offers comprehensive benefit options that allow employees to design a plan based on individual needs and assists in planning for long-term financial security. Available benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, term life, disability, accidental death & dismemberment coverage, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Spending Account (HSA), time off with pay, 401k retirement plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please visit Life at Tetra Tech – Tetra Tech to learn more about our benefits.
We are committed to taking a thoughtful, compliant and equitable approach to employment compensation and rate setting. We commit to providing a holistic comprehensive salary analysis, including reviews of individual skill sets and compensable factors related to qualifications, business needs, internal compensation data, and industry and labor market surveys. The anticipated pay range for this position is $70,000 to $126,000 annually.
Reasonable Accommodations:
We are dedicated to hiring an inclusive workforce. If you would like to request reasonable accommodations during the application process, please visit Tetra Tech’s Disability Assistance Page. Our recruitment team looks forward to engaging in an interactive process to provide helpful and reasonable accommodations for candidates.
Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees — 28,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities/Veterans employer.