Vacancies/Assignments

[Rituu B Nanda]

This is a space to post opportunities like grants, vacancies, consultancies, internships, volunteer opportunities, call for proposals etc. I invite you to post as a response below in the comment section. Thanks!

[Armelle Barré]

Dear community,

Please allow me to reiterate this call :

Call for expressions of interest : How to measure the outcomes of projects related to reduction of the stigma associated with disability, gender and age?

I'm pleased to inform you that F3E and HI - Humanité et Inclusion are looking for consultants to carry out the study “Towards measuring the effects of projects on communities: How can we measure our effects on reducing the risk of stigmatization linked to age, gender and disability?”

The documents attached can also be found at this address. They present this study, this call and how to respond (1 document in French, 1 document in English).

This call for expressions of interest is intended to identify consultants. Following this call for expressions of interest, a pre-selection will be made and then a restricted invitation to tender will be issued to the pre-selected consultants. Only the pre-selected consultant will receive the full terms of reference.

At this stage, the resume of the consultant proposed to lead the project is requested. If a team of consultants is proposed, the resumes of the associate consultant(s) is not required at this stage of the call for expressions of interest, but is nevertheless strongly encouraged.

If you wish to express your interest, please send your resume by e-mail
before Monday 2 September 2024 at 8.00 am, Paris time, at the following 2 e-mails:

Armelle Barré, Gender Coordinator and Programme Manager, F3E: [e-mail]

And: [e-mail]

You are asked to attach an updated resume in which you have highlighted the specific elements that you consider useful for assessing your expression of interest in this study.

Many thanks,

[InstituteofSocialStudiesTrust]

Hi Armelle,

Can you please post this at discussion section. It will get more visibility.

[Armelle Barré]

I'll try :)

By the way, the document can be find here :

ASEV%20HI%20AMI_ENG.pdf

[Margo Mullinax]

AJWS is looking for an evaluation consultant(s) to design and conduct a participatory end evaluation that is mutually beneficial for partners and AJWS learning. The aim of the evaluation is to generate analysis of positive and/or negative changes related to project outcomes and unintended effects of our work with local organizations working with communities marginalized based on gender and sexuality in Uganda, Kenya, and Liberia. The evaluation should inform learning about what does and does not work for supporting movement building in a time of intensive, rapid, and volatile context shifts. The deadline for applications is 23 September 2024.

DRL%20LGBTQI%20K%20U%20L%20Evaluation%20RFP%202024.pdf

[InstituteofSocialStudiesTrust]

Hi Margo,

Can you please post this in Discussion Section. It will get more visibility.

ISST Team

[TETRA TECH]

Associate for Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning – US based remote

 

Tetra Tech International Development is (International Development Jobs – Tetra Tech) currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) experts for an Associate  position in the MEL Department.  The position can be fully remote from a continental US-based location or hybrid within a commutable distance to either one of our office locations in Winooski, VT or Arlington, VA.

 

Position Description: The Associate is a vital member of the Tetra Tech home office MEL Team and works across sectors to provide quality MEL services to support new business, project implementation, and institutional learning.  The MEL Associate is a team player, mentor and trainer, and a provider of technical assistance, guidance, and support of Tetra Tech’s five sectors (Agriculture and Economic Growth, Democracy, Rights and Governance, Environment and Natural Resources, Land Tenure and Property Rights, and Water Security, Sanitation, and Hygiene). The Associate reports to the MEL Director in the areas of capacity building, business development, and providing billable technical assistance.

 

Responsibilities:

The Associate is engaged in four major areas of work:

New Business Development

* Develop a thorough understanding and knowledge of the proposal development process;

* Assist the sector teams in project tracking and the development of capture plans;

* Develop preliminary Activity Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Plans (AMELPs), annexes, and MEL-related technical sections responsive to the RFP; and

* Review proposal MEL budgets with an eye toward balancing budgeting for implementation and a winning strategy.

 

Project Implementation

* Go to project offices abroad and, as part of mobilization and start-up, prepare or help local staff prepare the final AMELP, design and conduct baseline surveys, orient and train local staff on AMELP and MEL, and develop data collection instruments, configure a database, and train Tetra Tech staff and partner organizations on standard operating procedures;

* Provide on-going follow-up support to field projects, such as conducting Data Quality Assessments, review of data and reports, assist in report preparation, assist with submitting data to USAID via the DDL or DIS, and assist in the development of lessons learned and success stories;

* Solicit feedback from project office to understand how MEL systems are utilized and perceived and develop outreach and training accordingly;

* Develop mid-term and final learning assessments (as appropriate) and provide oversight in the implementation of these activities as well as conduct analysis of data;

* Provide advice and training to field projects on collaboration, learning, and adaptation (CLA) design, methods, and tools; and

* Provide COP and PM with input and feedback on evaluations carried out by sub-contractors.

 

Institutional Learning

* Contribute to the continued development and refinement of MEL guidance, tools, trainings, templates, and samples;

* Lead the research and improvement of MEL methods that will improve data quality and use at Tetra Tech, including the development and testing of automated systems to enhance data management and quality assurance; and

* Review the SOWs, terms of reference, and MEL work of sub-contractors for quality control and improvement and provide them and the COP with guidance on how to improve their work.

 

Organizational and Professional Development

* Contribute to organizational priorities and initiatives with the development of standard tools, guidance, statistical analysis, internal assessments, mapping, etc;

* Prepare and deliver training materials related to MEL for home office and field technical staff and the field MEL specialists;

* Participate and/or manage programs tailored to build staff capacity in MEL, raise awareness and appreciation for MEL and build a culture of learning within Tetra Tech; and

* Provide support, guidance, capacity building, and recognition of local MEL professionals through the MEL SharePoint Site and Community of Practice.

 

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

* Minimum bachelor’s degree with significant experience in MEL;

* Minimum 7 years of professional experience working at a services firm or equivalent organization focusing on MEL;

* Ability to work in multi-disciplinary, cross-cultural team situations with excellent written, oral, and presentation skills;

* Effectively demonstrated ability to work within a home office environment and with clients, with a record of positive collaboration;

* Proficient at being a team leader or team member;

* Ability to understand scope and schedule aspects of the consulting business, and demonstrated strengths in managing scope, schedule, and budget;

* Demonstrated knowledge of USAID and other Tetra Tech clients, and proficient at marketing professional services to a client and/or proposal writing;

* Proficiency in development of monitoring and evaluation plans;

* Demonstrated commitment to client satisfaction, through technical excellence and quality of work products;

* Availability for 20–30% international travel; and

* Current U.S. work authorization is required at the time of application.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

* Master’s degree with experience in MEL;

* Knowledge of digital data collection methods, cloud storage, and data visualization;

* Overseas development experience or demonstrated understanding of contract management, technical disciplines, and client needs across home office and field project teams; and

* Speaking and reading proficiency in at least one foreign language (French, Arabic or Spanish). French strongly preferred.

 

 

To be considered, please submit the following:

* Cover letter

* CV

 

Please ensure that only the requested documents noted above are submitted. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

 

Apply at: https://tetratech.referrals.selectminds.com/intdev/jobs/associate-f...

 

Please indicate where you saw the Tetra Tech International Development Services ad posted.

 

Application deadline is Thursday, September 19, 2024.

 

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, Equality, and Social Inclusion (GESI) 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.

 

Pay Transparency and Benefits Statement:

Tetra Tech offers comprehensive benefit options that allow employees to design a plan based on individual needs and assists in planning for long-term financial security.  Available benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, term life, disability, accidental death & dismemberment coverage, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Spending Account (HSA), time off with pay, 401k retirement plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please visit Life at Tetra Tech - Tetra Tech to learn more about our benefits.

 

We are committed to taking a thoughtful, compliant and equitable approach to employment compensation and rate setting. We commit to providing a holistic comprehensive salary analysis, including reviews of individual skill sets and compensable factors related to qualifications, business needs, internal compensation data, and industry and labor market surveys.  The anticipated pay range for this position is $90,000 to $126,000 annually.

 

Reasonable Accommodations:

We are 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 helpful and reasonable accommodations for candidates.

 

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 — 28,000 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/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities/Veterans employer.

 

[Antoinette Albisetti]

GESI Lead - Mozambique

• Organization: Cowater International
• Closing date: Sept. 30

Cowater International is looking for a Gender and Social Inclusion Lead for an upcoming project in Mozambique. The assignment will consist mostly of implementing a GALS in Zambezia with beneficiaries working in the agriculture sector. Candidates must have prior experience managing a GALS and be fluent in portuguese. For more details, please refer to the ad on our website here: Cowater International Career Opportunities - Cowater International

Looking forward to receiving your applications!

Best,

Antoinette Albisetti