Humanitarian Climate Risk and Vulnerability Specialist for Climate Adaptation Support Activity – US based Remote

Qualifications:

* Master’s degree in international development, climate change policy, climate science, environmental studies, or similar field.

* At least 7 years’ experience developing climate risk and vulnerability assessments, ideally in the context of international development programming or policy.

* At least 3 years’ experience providing technical support to complex USAID-funded programs and familiarity with USAID policies.

* Experience leading remote teams and working in a client-facing context.

* Experience working in cross-cultural and highly collaborative team environments.

* Professional proficiency in English is required. 

* Ability to travel internationally. 

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

Preferred Qualifications:

* Experience developing climate adaptation policy and programming in the international development context.

* A history of collaboration and fostering inclusive, equitable, locally led climate change adaptation activities.

* Experience with international humanitarian and/or disaster management donors and agencies.

* Understanding of the intersection of climate adaptation, humanitarian action, and disaster risk management.

* Proficiency in Spanish or French.

To be considered, please submit the following:

* Cover Letter

* CV

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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.

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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.

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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 $90,000 to $130,000 annually.

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 or contact our Global Talent Operations team. Our recruitment team looks forward to engaging in an interactive process to provide reasonable accommodations for candidates.

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees — 27,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities/Veterans employer.

Project Opportunities

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