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TECHNICAL SPECIALISTS, ZAMBIA, SPLASH 2

Tetra Tech ARD, located in Burlington, Vermont, is looking for qualified candidates to serve in a number of roles for an anticipated USAID-funded program in Zambia beginning in mid-2016.  We are looking for visionary leaders, strong managers, and creative thinkers who work well with public and private sector partners, and who have a passion for and a commitment to increasing sustainable access to water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services in primary schools.. These positions are anticipated to be full time, based in Zambia, for a period of five years. Zambians are encouraged to apply.

 

Positions for which qualified candidates are sought include:

  • Monitoring & Evaluation Advisor
  • Operations & Maintenance and Sustainability Advisor
  • Governance/ Institutional Strengthening Coordinator
  • Technology for Development Specialist
  • Civil Engineer
  • District Coordinators (3)

General Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution; Advanced Degree preferred;
  • Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in area of technical expertise; 5-7 years for senior level positions;
  • Experience working on international donor funded technical assistance programs required; USAID experience preferred;
  • Professional experience in Zambia is required, experience in the education or WASH sectors preferred;
  • Demonstrated ability to work both independently and within a team.
  • Excellent planning, management and organizational skills; demonstrated capacity to quickly assess priorities and opportunities and manage a variety of activities with sufficient attention to detail;
  • Strong leadership, management, supervisory and analytical skills;
  • Excellent presentation, and writing skills in English;
  • Strong MS Office skills;
  • Fluency in English is required.

To be considered applicants must submit the following as part of the on-line process:

  • A cover letter with position you would like to be considered
  • CV in reverse chronological format
  • A list of at least 3 professional references including name, contact information, and statement of relationship to the reference (a complete background check may be performed on final candidates).

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.

 

Tetra Tech is committed to diversity and gender equality in all of its operations- in the U.S and overseas. We strive to reflect these goals in our global mission and in our workplace. We encourage applications from women and underrepresented ethnic, racial and cultural groups. Tetra Tech is proud to be an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer.

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