Tetra Tech International Development Services, headquartered in Burlington, Vermont, is accepting expressions of interest from qualified candidates to join our Agriculture and Economic Growth (AEG) Sector as Staff Associate. This position is preferably based in Arlington, VA or Burlington, VT areas with consideration of other remote US-based locations.
The AEG Sector leads Tetra Tech IDS’s international work in agriculture, economic growth, disaster risk finance, and private sector development, implementing projects and providing technical resources and solutions for new business development, program operations and other Tetra Tech sectors. The position will balance day-to-day home office backstopping of ongoing AEG programs, with support for new business development opportunities, as well as professional development to build technical skills in one or more of the following areas: disaster risk finance, agricultural value chain and market systems development, improving the business enabling environment, agricultural technology, access to finance, and the design and implementation of strategies to improve food security, address poverty, and stimulate job creation.
Responsibilities:
*Supports projects, from start-up to close-out, as Deputy Project Manager (DPM).
*Supports development of all aspects of proposals, assists with positioning and marketing, client interaction, and develops networks in the industry.
*Contributes to providing excellent service and high-quality work in technical areas.
*Takes responsibility and actively works for their own professional development while also contributing to broader objectives of the company.
*Actively supports AEG's efforts to develop and implement its Thought Leadership and Positioning Strategy, by conducting research, drafting technical communications (e.g. blogs), supporting the development of guidelines and tools, etc.
Qualifications:
*Minimum of Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred) in agriculture, economic development, business management, or related field required;
*Minimum of 1 year of experience working in a professional services firm or similar organization;
*Prior experience in agricultural technical assistance programming in developing and transitioning countries;
*Minimum of one year of relevant experience in a developing country is desired (service in a volunteer program is considered relevant);
*Strong knowledge of international donor projects and/or USAID-funded projects preferred vs required;
*Demonstrated knowledge of USAID and particular activities in integrated development, Feed the Future, and market systems;
*Ability to work in multi-disciplinary, cross-cultural teams - in the Home Office and the field - with strong written, oral, and presentation skills;
*Fluency in proficiency in Spanish and/or French strongly preferred;
*Availability for international travel to developing, transitioning, and post-conflict countries;
*Strong skills in MS Office and familiarity with databases, and
*US work authorization required.
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 your Cover Letter and CV/Resume are uploaded and submit only the requested documentation as part of your application. 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.
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. If you need reasonable accommodation with your application process, contact our Global Talent Operations team.
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 - 21,000 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 450 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.