Description
Tetra Tech International Development is currently accepting expressions of interest for a Chief of Party (COP) position on the anticipated USAID-funded Public Financial Management (PFM) Activity in Sri Lanka. This position will be located in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The position is contingent upon the activity's award and USAID approval.
Position Description/Summary: The purpose of this Activity is to improve revenue generation and expenditure controls; support participatory PFM capabilities at the subnational level, including gender responsive/equitable budgeting; assist the deployment of e-government systems for fiscal transparency; and strengthen oversight and accountability mechanisms, updating competencies of public services.
The COP's primary responsibilities are aimed at providing overall leadership, management, and general technical direction of the entire project, ensuring an integrated vision among different components and actors, and a focus on achieving the results defined in the award. This position is expected to identify issues and risks related to project implementation in a timely manner and suggest appropriate adjustments.
Responsibilities:
* Provide overall leadership and technical expertise for the PFM Activity, including supervising technical and operational experts.
* Provide strategic oversight and the development of annual work plans.
* Manage USAID, counterparts, and partner relationships, and represent the PFM Activity and Tetra Tech.
* Oversee effective management and implementation of the PFM Activity in accordance with the contract, USAID, and Tetra Tech's policies and procedures.
* Ensure contract compliance and the timely achievement of quality results.
* Oversee monitoring, evaluation, and documentation of progress toward achieving results and lessons learned.
* Support the technical development of tender packages for sub-awards.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
* Minimum master's degree in public administration, economics, international relations, or a related field.
* At least ten (10) years of demonstrated, progressively responsible experience in the successful implementation of public administration, revenue mobilization, budget management, national and/or subnational institutional capacity strengthening, and/or PFM programs. Experience in Sri Lanka or Southeast Asia preferred.
* Exceptional managerial skills and demonstrated experience in managing donor-funded projects of similar size and scope. USAID experience preferred.
* Demonstrated ability to engage in multi-stakeholder dialogue, including sustaining partnerships and strong working relationships with donors, host country government counterparts, academic institutions, private sector, and civil society.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to think strategically and communicate their vision to partners and colleagues.
* Proven experience navigating complex and high-pressure operating environments.
* Proficiency in written and spoken English is required.
To be considered, please submit the following:
* Cover Letter
* CV
Please ensure that only the requested documents noted above are submitted. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
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.
Reasonable Accommodations:
We are dedicated to hiring an inclusive workforce. If you would like to request reasonable accommodations during the application process, please visit Tetra Tech's Disability Assistance Page. Our recruitment team looks forward to engaging in an interactive process to provide helpful and reasonable accommodations for candidates.
About Tetra Tech:
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.
ARD 188
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