Senior Gender Specialist

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in gender studies, women's studies, sociology, international development, or a related field required.
• Minimum ten years of experience encompassing international development, evaluation and research, and program management required. Minimum 15 years of experience preferred.
• Experience spearheading business development initiatives, such as directing a bid opportunity or serving as the primary technical writer for a bid required.
• Experience presenting technical content or thought stewardship to external audiences, such as through conference presentations, workshops, webinars, white papers, or journal articles required.
• Experience working as a Gender Specialist or in a similar role, with a strong understanding of gender equality and women's rights issues, including in-depth knowledge of gender analysis methodologies, gender mainstreaming, and gender-responsive programming.
• Experience working with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), U.S. Departments of State, World Bank, or other international development organizations.
• Experience heading task teams to deliver client deliverables, including research, assessments, and trainings.
• Experience working on assignments related to diversity, equity, and inclusion is preferred.
• Familiarity with international frameworks and conventions related to gender equality, such as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders and facilitate discussions on sensitive gender topics.
• Proficiency in project management, including the ability to plan, coordinate, and monitor gender-focused initiatives.
• Fluency in English required. Fluency in French, Arabic, Spanish or Portuguese is preferred.

At MSI Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. MSI Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including health orders and regulations related to COVID-19 that are mandated by local, state and federal authorities.

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.

Pay Transparency Statement:

We are committed to taking a thoughtful, compliant, and equitable approach to employment compensation. We commit to providing a holistic comprehensive salary analysis, including reviews of individual skill sets and compensable factors related to qualifications, business needs, internal compensation data, and industry and labor market surveys. The anticipated pay range for this position is $165,000 to $190,000 USD.

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.