Management Systems International (MSI), a Tetra Tech Company, is a Washington, D.C. metro area management consultancy with a 40-year history of delivering results for our clients. Our expertise is in the fields of monitoring and evaluation; democracy and governance; peace and stability; rule of law and accountability; education; gender and inclusion; strategic communications; and leadership and organizational development. MSI has implemented projects in 90 countries around the world such as Colombia, Indonesia, Jordan, Kenya, Mexico, Nigeria, Pakistan, Syria and Ukraine, and works domestically. We support clients ranging from the U.S. Government (e.g., the U.S. Agency for International Development, U.S. Department of Defense, U.S. Departments of State and Labor, and the Millennium Challenge Corporation) to large bilateral and multilateral donors (e.g., the World Bank and the United Nations Development Program). We also work with national and local governments, nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), think tanks, foundations and universities. For more information, please visit our website at www.msiworldwide.com.
Purpose:
MSI invites expressions of interest from qualified professionals for technical and operational roles supporting development projects. This call seeks technical experts with experience in government reform, civic engagement, decentralization, and similar initiatives as well as operational experts with advanced experienced designing, managing and implementing grants under contracts. Preference is given to candidates with operational or programmatic experience in Portuguese speaking countries or the broader African region.
Scope of Work:
Professionals engaged through this SOW will support a range of activities that may include:
- Developing and managing government and civil society capacity-building initiatives.
- Designing and implementing strategies to enhance civic engagement and decentralization efforts.
- Managing operational platforms, including logistics, compliance, and procurement.
- Providing technical expertise in areas such as governance, media engagement, election preparation, and capacity building.
Responsibilities:
- Support the design, implementation, and evaluation of programmatic activities aligned with project objectives.
- Coordinate with local and international stakeholders to ensure program relevance and success. egpoW5E BTn6yA
- Provide advisory or technical services on governance reforms, civic participation, or other related areas.
- Facilitate training, workshops, and other capacity-building efforts as needed.
- Conduct data analysis, reporting, and knowledge-sharing activities to inform program strategies.
- Oversee operational functions, including logistics, financial management, procurement, and compliance, ensuring efficient project delivery and adherence to regulatory standards.
Qualifications:
- Relevant technical expertise in governance, civic engagement, or decentralization.
- Demonstrated operational and/or programmatic experience in Portuguese countries, southern Africa, and/or countries undergoing political reform processes.
- Knowledge of USAID or similar donor frameworks and procedures is preferred for technical experts and required for operational experts.
- Fluency in Portuguese desirable; proficiency in English is required. Candidates with Spanish fluency may also be considered.
- Proven ability to work in complex political and operational environments.
MSI is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We strive to develop and maintain a culture that honors the perspectives and identities of our employees, our communities and those impacted by our work.
We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.
MSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities/Veterans Employer.
Reasonable Accommodations :
MSI is 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 reasonable accommodations for candidates.
Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
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