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Technical Advisors for Guinea Integrated Good Governance Activity

  • August 15, 2023
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Organization: Tetra Tech
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Tetra Tech International Development (http://www.tetratech.com/intdev) is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified candidates for Technical Advisors on an anticipated five-year USAID-funded Integrated Good Governance Activity (GIGGA) in Guinea. The purpose of the Activity is to provide technical support to local government to improve decentralization service delivery in health, education, and economic growth. This position will be based in Guinea.

Responsibilities:

Technical Advisors will provide technical leadership and activity oversight across several areas of anticipated focus for the project. Tetra Tech seeks candidates with the following expertise:

* Thorough knowledge of Guinean institutions governing territorial administration and decentralization in Guinea

* In-depth knowledge and understanding of the legislative, policy and regulatory frameworks of local governance and decentralization in Guinea

* Competence in capacity building for members of deconcentrated services and local elected representatives of decentralized structures in Guinea

* Proven experience in supporting local authorities in the execution of their tasks (e.g. preparation of budgets, collection and management of financial and tax revenues, management of civil registries, development, and management of socio-economic infrastructures (schools, health centers, youth centers, etc.), and promotion of economic development).

Qualifications:

* University degree (Bac +4 or bachelor’s degree) in political sciences, law, sociology, public administration, management, economics, geography or similar discipline; advanced degree preferred.

* 10 years’ professional experience (bachelor’s level) or 7 years’ professional experience (master’s level) in local governance, decentralization, community involvement or public administration.

* Proficiency in French (speaking and writing) is required. Understanding of English is a plus.

* In-depth experience in writing high-quality technical reports for international development projects and/or programs of donors (e.g. USAID, World Bank, UNDP, etc.) preferred.

* Ability to live and work in local communities in the Republic of Guinea

* Proven experience in coaching and supervising technical staff

* Qualified applicants from Guinea highly encouraged to apply.

How to apply

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

* Cover Letter

* CV in reverse chronological format

Please indicate where you saw Tetra Tech’s IDS ad posted.

Apply on-line at: Technical Advisors for Guinea Integrated Good Governance Activity – Tetra Tech Careers (selectminds.com)

Please ensure that your Cover Letter and CV/Resume are uploaded and submit only the requested documentation as part of your application. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

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 combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees — 27,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. We are an equal opportunity employer: EOE AA/M/F/Vets/Disability. If you need a reasonable accommodation with your application process, contact our Global Talent Operations team.



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