Tetra Tech
Tetra Tech International Development (http://www.tetratech.com/intdev) is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified Technical Specialists on an anticipated five-year USAID-funded Scaling Up Investment in Weather and Climate Information Services Activity in Senegal.
The purpose of the Activity is to enhance resilience, productivity, and nutritional outcomes in fishing and agriculture systems (i.e., farming, livestock, pastoralism) through expanding the use of WCIS and early warning systems for flood control and drought forecast in the face of increased climate uncertainty and weather hazards.
Responsibilities:
Technical Advisors will provide technical leadership and activity oversight across several areas of anticipated focus for the project.
* Weather and Climate Information Services
* Disaster management and early warning
* Fisheries and aquaculture
* Agriculture, food security and nutrition
* Pastoralism/livestock management
* Climate adaptation and resilience
* Private Sector Development Specialists
* Data, analytics, and information management
* Training and institutional capacity strengthening
Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree in related field, master’s degree highly preferred.
* At least 8 years of technical experience in related field.
* USAID project experience preferred.
* Proven leadership, organizational and writing skills required
* Fluency in French is required, and professional knowledge of English is preferred
* Qualified applicants from Senegal highly encouraged to apply.
How to apply
To be considered applicants must submit the following as part of the online application process:
* Cover Letter
* CV in reverse chronological format
Please indicate where you saw Tetra Tech’s IDS ad posted.
Apply on-line at: https://bit.ly/WCISTechAdvisor
Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered. Please ensure that all necessary documents are uploaded and submit only the requested documentation as part of your application. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
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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 — 27,000 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: EOE AA/M/F/Vets/Disability. If you need a reasonable accommodation with your application process, contact our Global Talent Operations team.
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