Associate for Public Financial Management for Democracy, Rights, and Governance

Position description

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and talent of more than 28,000 employees who are working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among our core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. We invite applications from all interested parties.

Duties

Responsibilities

* Provide leadership, innovation, and technical excellence in PFM service areas.

* Lead the development of technical proposal and project deliverables; contribute to proposal strategy, technical approach, and writing sections of proposals.

* Collaborate across sectors to identify, develop, and deepen strategic relationships with prospective clients; identify a pipeline of PFM opportunities aligning with sector growth strategies.

* Support the expansion of Tetra Techs network of PFM consultants within targeted regional areas in support of proposal development efforts.

* Manage and oversee all aspects of large and/or complex project(s), from start-up through close-out, assuming the role of Project Manager or Deputy Project Manager as needed.

* Work with DRG team to monitor project timelines and contract requirements to ensure all contract deliverables are met with consistent high quality and on schedule.

* Provide ongoing technical support to project teams; provide specialized technical assistance within PFM-related areas of project implementation across sectors.

* Lead, mentor, and manage teams and/or team members, and build staff capacity in fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures in the specialization of PFM.

* Write position papers or marketing collateral materials supporting sector capabilities.

* Contribute to organizational priorities and initiatives.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications Required:

* Minimum bachelor’s degree in fields such as Economics, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Political Science or International Affairs; master’s degree preferred. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

* Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant professional experience in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Political Science or International Affairs.

* At least 5 years of experience working at a professional services firm or equivalent organization focusing on project management and new business. 

* Technical proficiency in Economic Governance such as Public Financial Management, Business Enabling Environment, or Regulatory Framework Development.

* Preference for overseas development experience or demonstrated understanding of contract management, technical disciplines, and client needs across home office and field project teams.

* Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate complex or technical information clearly within multi-disciplinary, cross-cultural, and cross-sectoral team situations.

* Track record of positive collaboration and building and maintaining excellent working relationships.

* Demonstrated knowledge of USAID and other Tetra Tech client policies and strategies related to PFM, economic policy, and revenue generation across diverse areas of development.

* Conversant in USAID strategies and cross-cutting principles, including but not limited to digital development, gender and social inclusion, local capacity strengthening, localization, positive youth development, and private sector engagement preferred.

* Proficiency in leading and/or contributing to proposals, including designing technical solutions and writing technical sections, with a winning track record.

* Demonstrated commitment to client satisfaction through technical excellence and quality of work products.

* Fluency in English required; professional working proficiency in a second language preferred, especially Spanish, French, Russian, Arabic or Portuguese.

* Availability and willingness to travel 30-40%.

* Current U.S. work authorization is required at the time of application.

Application instructions

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