Tetra Tech
Tetra Tech International Development (http://www.tetratech.com/intdev) is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified candidates for various potential Technical Specialist positions on a USAID-funded program the Pacific Islands.
Position Description/Summary: The goal of the Pacific Islands Regional Climate Finance Activity is to improve adaptation and mitigation ability for regional bodies and national governments in the 12 countries of the Pacific Islands where USAID works (i.e., the Federated States of Micronesia [FSM], Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Republic of the Marshall Islands [RMI], Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, and Vanuatu) by a.) mobilizing climate finance and b.) improving climate finance management. These potential full-time positions will be based in Suva, Fiji (or the possibility of elsewhere within the Pacific Islands region) for the full life of project (anticipated five years). For all positions, professional fluency in English, experience working in and managing multi-disciplinary teams, frequent travel to field sites, knowledge of MS Office applications, and commitment to gender equity and social inclusion are required.
We are recruiting for the following positions:
* Climate Finance Specialist
* Climate Adaptation and Resilience Specialist
* Private Sector Engagement Specialist
* Public Financial Management Specialist
* Institutional Capacity Building Specialist
* Gender Equity and Social Inclusion Specialist
* Climate Policy Specialist
* Change Management Specialist
Candidates with primary qualifications and experience in more than one of these areas should indicate their interest in multiple positions in their cover letter.
Qualifications:
* Master’s degree (or bachelor’s degree with 7+ years of relevant experience) in a field related to the position of interest.
* At least seven (7) years of relevant professional experience, preferably in the Pacific Islands region.
* Experience on USAID or other donor-funded projects preferred but not required.
* Proven track record of collaborating with a diverse array of stakeholders (including governments, the private sector, local organizations), and integrating social inclusion with women, youth, and other vulnerable populations.
* Professional fluency (written, oral) in English required.
* Candidates (nationals) from the Pacific Islands are strongly encouraged to apply.
How to apply
To be considered applicants must submit the following as part of the on-line 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/TechnicalSpecialistsUSAIDPacIs
Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered. Please ensure that all necessary documents are uploaded, as incomplete applications and/or corrupt files may delay processing of your application or remove you from consideration. No phone calls will be accepted.
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