Tetra Tech GLS, headquartered in Marlborough, Massachusetts (http:www.tetratechintdev.com/) is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified candidates for a potential Social & Resettlement Specialist position on an Asian Development Bank (ADB) funded program in Afghanistan. 

The program will consist of an ADB-funded feasibility study and alignment recommendation for the reconstruction and renovation of an existing transportation corridor and tunnel in Afghanistan.

Responsibilities:

* Conduct a Safeguards studies to include involuntary resettlement, environment and, if relevant, indigenous peoples for each of the alignment options in accordance with ADB’s Safeguards Policy Statement (SPS);

* As part of the Safeguards studies, provide an assessment of social impacts through involuntary resettlement and, if relevant, on indigenous peoples;

* If ADB social safeguards policies are triggered, the study will (a) carry out social/risk analysis, asset inventory, consultation and participation with potentially affected persons and stakeholders; (b) define institutional arrangements and capacity building interventions; and (c) prepare initial costing for plans that might be necessary to mitigate impacts arising from the project for each of these three areas;

* Utilize updated satellite imagery to confirm the location of fields, irrigation systems, and buildings amongst other affected assets to produce a firm baseline for the inventory of loss;

* Collect and provide photographs of each affected household on each alignment in view of the weak land registration system and geolocated on the project map;

* Prepare a Resettlement Plan as part of the final report.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor’s degree in International Development, social sciences, or related required;

* At least 10 years of experience in resettlement management, implementation of social safeguards, and complaint resolution;

* Experience in the preparation of, or assisting in the preparation of, at least 5 resettlement plans for infrastructure projects;

* Experience with at least 3 similar projects for resettlement monitoring and implemental of social safeguards;

* Strong preference for experience in Afghanistan on similar assignments

* Willingness to work within Afghanistan.

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

* Cover Letter

* CV in reverse chronological format

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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.

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting, engineering, and technical services worldwide. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—16,000 people working together across disciplines and time zones to provide smart, sustainable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in 400 locations around the world. We offer competitive compensation and benefits and are searching for innovative people to join our teams.