Tetra Tech International Development is currently accepting applications from qualified candidates for an
Associate for Water Security, Sanitation and Hygiene (WSSH).
Position Description: Associates in Tetra Tech’s International Development Services Division support a portfolio of projects Tetra Tech implements around the world on behalf of its clients. They work on diverse and dynamic domestic and internationally based teams to apply their technical expertise in one of Tetra Tech’s core markets to support project management, new business development, and project delivery.
The Associate will join the WSSHsector and will work on both project implementation and new business development, primarily on USAID-funded projects. 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.
Responsibilities
- Support project technical and financial management, frequently liaising with project teams and client representatives and assuming roles of Project Manager and Deputy Project Manager as assigned;
- Identify, pursue, strategize, and contribute to the preparation of proposals for WSSH, leading the development technical proposal and project deliverables and assuming the roles of Lead Technical Writer and Proposal Manager as needed;
- Assist in the identification of prospective clients and strategies to apply and share knowledge, including writing position papers and coordinating marketing efforts;
- Travel regularly to provide short-term technical assistance to WSSH projects, or provide management and training support to project staff (including startup and closeout);
- Contribute to projects and proposals within other Teta Tech technical sectors, including Environment and Natural Resources, Agriculture and Economic Development, etc.;
- Represent Tetra Tech to clients and partners in the US and abroad.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
- Minimum master’s degree in civil/environmental engineering, policy, environmental sciences or related field required ;
- Minimum seven (7) years’ professional experience required, with strong client, supervisor, and peer recommendations;
- Minimum three (3) years’ experience in project management support and/or technical assistance programming in developing and transitioning countries or fragile contexts. While experience backstopping projects with intermittent overseas travel is acceptable, experience living and working overseas in a cross-cultural context is preferred;
- Demonstrated technical depth and qualifications in relevant technical areas including but not limited to WSSH;
- Strong knowledge of international donor projects required; USAID project management experience preferred;
- Ability to work in multi-disciplinary, cross-cultural teams - within the Home Office and based in project offices - with strong written, oral, and presentation skills;
- Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality written deliverables, with prior successful experience writing complex technical proposals preferred;
- Fluency in English required ; f luency in another language is preferred, especially French, Spanish, Portuguese, or Arabic;
- This position requires frequent international travel (20% - 30%);
- Current U.S. work authorization is required at the time of application.
To Be Considered, Please Submit The Following
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.
Application deadline is Wednesday, September 18, 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, 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.
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 band 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.
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Headquarter position
U.S. Teams and Clients
Water Security and Sanitation (International Development)
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