Tetra Tech International Development (http://www.tetratech.com/intdev) is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified candidates for technical specialists on a USAID- funded program in Sri Lanka and Maldives.
The USAID/Sri Lanka and Maldives Climate Change Adaptation Activity will be a five-year project based in Colombo and Male. The purpose of the activity is to enhance the adaptive capacities of the public and private sectors and local communities in the Maldives and Sri Lanka to climate change impacts in ways that contribute to sustained, inclusive market-based growth. Long and short term positions are available. Maldivian citizens and regional candidates are encouraged to apply.
Deputy Chief of Party
* Master’s Degree in urban planning, natural resources management, environmental studies, civil engineering, public administration or another relevant field;
* At least 5 years of experience in climate change adaptation, disaster risk reduction, or other relevant technical experience;
* Minimum 5 years of leading international donor-supported programs of similar size and complexity in Maldives;
* Demonstrated local knowledge and capacity and strong networking capability with government, private sector and/or non-government entities in Maldives;
* Fluency in Dhivehi and English required.
Other Technical Areas
* Climate Change Adaptation
* Private Sector Engagement
* Governance and Institutional Strengthening
* Community Engagement
* Social Inclusion
* Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning
* Graduate degree in a relevant field or a Bachelor’s Degree and 5 additional years of relevant experience;
* Experience implementing international donor-supported programs and familiarity with climate change adaptation, preferred;
* Fluency in Dhivehi and English required.
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: http://bit.ly/COPTechMaldivesCCAA
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.
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