Parliamentary Specialist, Sri Lanka TAG Job Listing at Tetra Tech in Colombo, WP (Job ID 45988)

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 Parliamentary Specialist will support the design and implementation of parliamentary strengthening and good governance initiatives in Sri Lanka. The Specialist will work closely with the Senior Parliamentary and Governance Specialist to monitor the political context, identify windows of opportunity, and develop alternate strategies when necessary. The Parliamentary Specialist will also liaise with key project stakeholders, including civil society actors, Members of Parliament (MPs), government authorities, and other relevant government bodies.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement programs aimed at strengthening parliamentary institutions and processes in Sri Lanka.
• Assist in the design and execution of initiatives focused on improving governance and transparency within government bodies.
• Monitor the political landscape in country to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities continuously that may impact project objectives.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including civil society organizations (CSOs), MPs, and government officials, to ensure effective program implementation.
• Work with the Senior Parliamentary and Governance Specialist to identify opportunities for program advancement and develop strategies to capitalize on these opportunities.
• Collaborate on the development of alternate strategies and contingency plans in case primary programming avenues become inaccessible.
• Prepare reports and documentation on project activities, outcomes, and the political context for internal and external stakeholders.
• Support capacity-building efforts for parliamentary staff and other government officials to enhance their effectiveness and efficiency in governance roles.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as economics, business, finance, political science, or public administration required.
• Minimum five years of professional experience in program management, governance, or a related field required.
• Experience working with USAID or other international development organizations preferred.
• Experience in managing and implementing projects, including budgeting, planning, and monitoring.
• Understanding of Sri Lankan political and governance structures.
• Ability to adapt to changing political environments.
• Ability to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders, including government officials, civil society, and international partners.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong writing skills, with the ability to produce clear and concise reports.
• 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.

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