Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree or higher is required, with studies in relevant subject area(s), such as international development, governance, public policy, and/or rule of law, or another relevant field is preferred.
• Ten (10) years, or eight (8) with a master’s degree, of relevant progressively responsible professional experience is required to include managing donor funded programs of similar size/scope.
• Minimum (5) five years of supervisory experience is required. Experience managing technical and operational staff and client relations.
• Knowledge of related technical areas such as governance, accountability, public policy, peacebuilding, municipal financial management, and/or service delivery with demonstrated understanding of the Colombian social, political and security context.
• Demonstrated capability to develop strong working relationships with a broad range of high-level host country government officials and senior international partner representatives.
• Demonstrated ability to engage effectively and inclusively with national, regional and local government counterparts and diverse civil society organizations.
• Financial management experience required, including budgeting; financial management (tracking, reporting, and accounting); and procurement.
• Strong experience with USAID rules and regulations.
• Prior experience in Colombia is highly preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, supervision, and written/oral communication skills.
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Spanish required.

At MSI Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. MSI 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.

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.