Description
Management Systems International (MSI), a Tetra Tech Company, is a Washington, D.C. metro area management consultancy with a 40-year history of delivering results for our clients. Our expertise is in the fields of monitoring and evaluation; democracy and governance; peace and stability; rule of law and accountability; education; gender and inclusion; strategic communications; and leadership and organizational development. MSI has implemented projects in 90 countries around the world such as Colombia, Indonesia, Jordan, Kenya, Mexico, Nigeria, Pakistan, Syria and Ukraine, and works domestically. We support clients ranging from the U.S. Government (e.g., the U.S. Agency for International Development, U.S. Department of Defense, U.S. Departments of State and Labor, and the Millennium Challenge Corporation) to large bilateral and multilateral donors (e.g., the World Bank and the United Nations Development Program). We also work with national and local governments, nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), think tanks, foundations and universities. For more information, please visit our website at www.msiworldwide.com.
Project Summary:
MSI is awarded the USAID/Sri Lanka Transparent and Accountable Governance (TAG) activity. Working in close coordination with USAID/Sri Lanka, the activity is designed to strengthen Sri Lanka's democratic and economic governance reform efforts by bolstering good governance, transparency, accountability, and anti-corruption.
**Please note: Only Sri Lankan citizens are eligible for this position**
Position Summary:
The Civil Society and Civic Engagement Specialist will play a critical role supporting the Objective 1 and 3 Senior Specialists in anti-corruption and good governance team. The Specialist will work closely with Senior Specialists to support civil society and citizen engagement in anti-corruption and good governance efforts in Sri Lanka. The responsibilities include identifying and linking civil society actors, leading grant-making processes and oversight, building the capacity of civil society organizations (CSOS), and seeking out new CSOS representing gender, equity, social inclusion (GESI) subgroups and regional populations. The Specialist will also support civil society action to inform and engage the public on progress in addressing corruption. Additionally, the Specialist will support the media in covering corruption-related issues.
Responsibilities:
- Work closely with civil society actors to foster collaboration and support for anti-corruption and good governance initiatives.
- Identify, select, and manage grants to CSOs, ensuring alignment with program objectives and effective use of funds.
- Develop and implement capacity-building programs for CSOs to enhance their effectiveness in anti-corruption and good governance efforts.
- Identify and engage with new CSOs, particularly those representing GESI subgroups and regional populations, to broaden the base of civil society involvement.
- Support civil society actions aimed at informing and engaging the public on progress in addressing corruption and the actions of CSOs and the government.
- Facilitate media coverage of corruption issues to raise public awareness and support for anti-corruption efforts.
- Prepare comprehensive reports and documentation on civil society engagement activities, outcomes, and lessons learned.
- Contribute to the development of strategic plans for civil society and civic engagement, ensuring alignment with overall program objectives.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in development studies, law, or social sciences from an accredited university required.
- Minimum five years of experience in civil society engagement, civic education, or a related field required, preferably with international organizations or USAID.
- Experience working with USAID or other international development organizations preferred.
- Experience providing expertise in civic engagement and civil society capacity building, particularly in the context of anti-corruption and good governance programs.
- Experience in managing and implementing projects, including budgeting, planning, and monitoring.
- Ability to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders, including government officials, civil society, and international partners.
- Fluency in English and one national language, such as Sinhala or Tamil, required. Proficiency in a second national language, such as Sinhala or Tamil, desired.
**Deadline for applying for this position - November 3, 2024**
MSI is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We strive to develop and maintain a culture that honors the perspectives and identities of our employees, our communities and those impacted by our work.
We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.
MSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities/Veterans Employer.
Reasonable Accommodations:
MSI is 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 reasonable accommodations for candidates.
Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
Additional Information- Organization: 216 MSI
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