Tetra Tech
Tetra Tech International Development (www.tetratech.com/intdev) is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified candidates for an Environment and Natural Resources (ENR) Staff Associate.
The ENR sector leads the firm’s international work in biodiversity conservation, climate adaptation and resilience, sustainable landscapes and forest management, community based natural resource management, fisheries and coastal zone management, and combating wildlife trafficking. This position will be based in Burlington, VT or Arlington, VA with consideration of remote, US-based locations.
Responsibilities:
* Support all aspects of project management and contract compliance from start up to close out, as well as client communications;
* Contribute to strategies for sustainable natural resource management that integrate economic growth and governance;
* Contribute to marketing activities and new business development, including conducting scoping trips, identifying new partners and/or clients, and innovative ways to development challenges;
* Assist in proposal preparation: technical approach, staff identification, work plan, partner liaising, and budget development, among others;
* Provide technical assistance either for short-term international assignments or in a home office advisory capacity;
* Contribute to strategies for sustainable natural resource management that integrate economic growth and governance.
Qualifications:
* Master’s Degree in forestry, environmental sciences, natural resource management, climate change, international relations, business, or another related field;
* Minimum of two years of relevant professional experience required, including strong client, supervisor, and peer recommendations;
* Minimum of one year of relevant experience in a developing country preferred (service in a volunteer program is considered relevant);
* Proven excellence in a natural resources management or related field (e.g., forestry, biodiversity conservation, watershed management, geography, community based natural resources management, anthropology/sociology, property rights, human rights, resource economics, climate change adaptation, environmental compliance and management);
* Demonstrated project management and administration abilities, preferably on USAID contracts or cooperative agreements;
* Ability to work in multi-disciplinary, cross-cultural teams – in the Home Office and the field – with strong written, oral, and presentation skills;
* Fluency in English required, proficiency in a second language preferred;
* Must be comfortable working on concurrent projects and activities with poise and professionalism;
* Availability for 25-40% international travel;
* U.S. work authorization required.
How to apply
To be considered, applicants must submit the following as part of the online application process:
* Letter of application
* Current CV in reverse chronological format
Please indicate where you saw Tetra Tech’s IDS ad posted.
Apply on-line at: https://bit.ly/ENRStaffAssociate
Please ensure that your Cover Letter and CV/Resume are uploaded and submit only the requested documentation as part of your application. Incomplete applications and/or corrupt files may delay processing of your application or remove you from consideration. Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered. No phone calls will be accepted.
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. If you need a reasonable accommodation with your application process, contact our Global Talent Operations team.
Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting, engineering, and technical services worldwide. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees – 21,000 people working together across disciplines and time zones to provide smart, sustainable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in over 450 locations around the world. We offer competitive compensation and benefits and are searching for innovative people to join our teams. We are an equal opportunity employer: EOE AA/M/F/Vets/Disability.