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.

 

Project Summary:

The purpose of Afghanistan Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Activity (AMELA) is to provide monitoring, evaluation, and learning support services/assistance to strengthen the implementation of USAID development programs in Afghanistan, and to build the technical monitoring and evaluation (M&E) knowledge and skills of USAID/Afghanistan Mission staff and stakeholders. The services provided under AMELA will contribute to supporting USAID/Afghanistan as an effective development organization with strong learning and adaptive management processes.

 

**Please note: Only third country and U.S. citizens are eligible for this position**

 

Position Summary:

The Senior Technical Advisor, in conjunction with the Team Lead and AMELA Management Team, will be responsible for providing technical support in enhancing the Program Office’s organizational effectiveness. The Advisor will assist USAID/Afghanistan in reviewing the processes and standard operating procedures (SOPs) underlaying the Mission’s technical work. The purpose of the review is to improve efficiency and utilization of Mission processes and SOPs. The review should identify problems and user experiences and seek to ensure that any refinements to the process are both user and stakeholder centric, while also aligned with wider USAID requirements, and the broader aims of USAID’s work. The Advisor will play a pivotal role in shaping and co-creating processes, tools, and structures for the assignment. The estimated level of effort for this position is up to 95 days.

 

Responsibilities:

Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the review process ensuring alignment with the scope of work (SOW). Advise on the design and facilitation of coordination meetings, workshops, learning platforms, capacity building exercises, and other events. Contribute to the development and implementation of organizational development strategies based on evidence, offering advice on best practices and innovative solutions. Provide technical support to staff, consultants, and partners ensuring technical aspects under the AMELA contract are effectively addressed.

 

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in any aspect of international development is required. Master's degree is preferred. Minimum seven years of relevant experience with USAID SOPs and Mission technical operations across the various areas covered by the processes listed above is required. Experience working in Afghanistan is preferable.  Experience delivering high-quality reports to USAID and other donors. Strong written and oral communication skills in English are required.

 

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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