Management Systems International (MSI), a Tetra Tech Company, is a Washington, D.C. metro area management consultancy with a 40-year history of delivering results for our clients. Our expertise is in the fields of monitoring and evaluation; democracy and governance; peace and stability; rule of law and accountability; education; gender and inclusion; strategic communications; and leadership and organizational development. MSI has implemented projects in 90 countries around the world such as Colombia, Indonesia, Jordan, Kenya, Mexico, Nigeria, Pakistan, Syria and Ukraine, and works domestically. We support clients ranging from the U.S. Government (e.g., the U.S. Agency for International Development, U.S. Department of Defense, U.S. Departments of State and Labor, and the Millennium Challenge Corporation) to large bilateral and multilateral donors (e.g., the World Bank and the United Nations Development Program). We also work with national and local governments, nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), think tanks, foundations and universities. For more information, please visit our website at www.msiworldwide.com.
Project Summary
The U.S. State Department-funded Monitoring, Evaluation and Audit Service for Ukraine (MEASURE) project provides support to the Office of the U.S. Assistance Coordinator for Europe, Eurasia and Central Asia (EUR/ACE) to oversee multiple areas of effort of non-humanitarian and non-military support for Ukraine and ensure the funds are directed toward the foreign policy and foreign assistance objectives for which they are intended. Monitoring data is analyzed and reported to all US Government (USG) partners involved in Ukraine assistance, Congress, and others. It will be used to make judgments as to the effectiveness of programs to meet USG foreign assistance objectives. Also, MEASURE will support US Government partners in having systems and frameworks in place to monitor the effectiveness of the assistance.
- Please note: All citizenships are eligible for this position.**
Position Summary
The Reporting Specialist (RS) will be supporting and sometimes leading the reporting process, contributing to the team’s various monitoring and evaluation (M&E) deliverables under the general supervision of the Field Team Leader (FTL) and in coordination with the Senior M&E Specialist. The RS will be responsible for producing and ensuring the quality of written deliverables as well as supporting staff in developing their reporting skills. The RS will report to the FTL.
Responsibilities
- Support/manage the reporting process for the monthly, quarterly, and annual reports in addition to other deliverables as requested.
- Coordinate with the M&E Specialists and Data Analysts for the collection of information for report writing.
- Compile and evaluate information obtained and ensure it is sufficient to produce reports that meet DoS requirements and templates as well as relevant for the achievement of project results.
- Capacity-build staff on reporting and provide feedback to staff and consultants on their reporting inputs.
- Support MEASURE’s field team in the writing, production, and editing of key English language written documents including formal reports, analytical documents, and high-level meeting summaries.
- Ensure the quality and compliance with client requirements of all project deliverables and other project documents.
- Make recommendations for additional analysis, data, or relevant information to be included in the reports and other M&E products.
- Write concisely and clearly, incorporating high-impact language, and always connecting the information with the project requirements to ensure it is relevant.
- Monitor program activities to ensure that they are carried out within a set timeframe, that expected outputs are completed, and that intended results are achieved according to MEASURE’s quality-standards.
- Conduct data analyses on the requests of MEASURE leadership.
- Perform any other related task assigned by the Team Lead.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in international relations, development studies, communications, or a related area is required. Master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum three years of experience in a similar role is required.
- Experience in editing and reviewing the writing of peers.
- Experience writing reports in a concise, clear manner, though incorporating high-impact language to convey a compelling story of how project activities are having an impact on beneficiaries and institutions.
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite applications, preferably Word.
- Ability to operate under pressure and cooperate with colleagues to accomplish deadlines.
- Ability to receive constructive feedback in a positive light, in particular related to drafted reporting.
- Strong attention to detail and English writing skills.
- Fluency in English required.
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
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