Tetra Tech International Development Services (http://www.tetratech.com/intdev) headquartered in Arlington, VA is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified candidates for a potential Senior Policy Specialist position on an anticipated USAID-funded investment and agriculture export program in Rwanda.
The Senior Policy and Business Enabling Environment Specialist will be responsible for identifying key policy issues affecting agricultural exports, business enabling environment and private sector investment. This position will be responsible for understanding how public policies and practices affect agricultural export promotion and investment schemes, and the overall agri-business climate. The successful candidate will collaborate with and increase the capacity of government and private sector actors including trade and business associations, as well as relevant women’s- groups. The Senior Policy and Business Enabling Environment Specialist will identify barriers to trade and issues which require policy, legal and regulatory reform in order to streamline business investments, registration, and permits. The role of the Senior Policy and Business Enabling Environment Specialist is to design or redesign policies which make the entire export, business enabling environment and private sector investment process more effective, efficient and competitive.
We are looking for visionary leaders, strong managers and creative thinkers who work well with partners, and who have a passion for and a commitment to finding local solutions to investment and export promotion challenges. This position is anticipated to be full time, based in Kigali, for a period up to five years. Rwandan candidates, especially women, youth and people with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.
Required and Desired Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree in a relevant area (public policy, law, government or investment banking, for example) required, Masters’ degree preferred, (significant relevant experience will be considered in lieu of a Masters’ degree).
* A minimum of 10 years of experience contributing to successful policy development and/or enabling environment reform in Rwanda.
* Significant experience working on the design or drafting of government policies
* An ideal candidate will also have extensive experience working with the private sector to advocate for evidence-based policy reform (preferred)
* Fluent proficiency in English speaking, reading and writing required
**Please note: Only Rwandan citizens are eligible for this position
To be considered applicants must submit the following as part of the online application process:
* Cover Letter
* CV in reverse chronological format
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. Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered. No phone calls will be accepted.
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 - 20,000 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 over 400 locations around the world. We offer competitive compensation and benefits and are searching for innovative people to join our teams. We are an equal opportunity employer: EOE AA/M/F/Vets/Disability.