Report Writer, SMLP-2
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:
The goal of Somalia Monitoring Learning Project-2 (SMLP-2) is to establish a third-party monitoring (TPM) system to collect data that verifies partner reported outputs and selected outcomes, and to deduce lessons learned from humanitarian programs in Somalia funded by BHA/Somalia. The overall goal of SMLP-2 is to increase BHA/Somalia’s access to independent, verifiable data related to the 1) quantity and quality of activities delivered, and 2) performance of BHA-funded programs in Somalia. This increased access to data will allow BHA/Somalia to make more evidence-based program design, implementation, and strategy decisions.
**Please note: Only Kenyan citizens are eligible for this position**
Position Summary:
The Report Writer will work under the supervision of the Senior Monitoring Advisor and will assist the SMLP-2 to analyze data and compose reports with varying content and lengths, as well as provide copy editing and formatting services for reports of diverse content and length in FY2025. This is a Short-Term Technical Assistance (STTA) position based in Nairobi, Kenya. The level of effort required to complete this assignment is: Up to 12 Days (October 15 – September 30, 2025).
Responsibilities:
- Remain readily available to provide a thorough analysis of primary quantitative and qualitative data, as well as pertinent secondary data for correlation with SMLP-2 data, and draft reports of varying lengths and content.
- Proofread, copy edit, and formant reports of varying lengths and content to ensure clarity, consistency, and adherence to established SMLP2 style, writing, and data presentation guidelines.
- Collaborate with team members and participate in all training sessions aimed at building the consultant’s data analysis and report writing capacity according to observed need.
- Ensure timely submission of reports within agreed-upon timeframes.
- Provide constructive feedback and suggestions for improvement to enhance the quality and effectiveness of reports.
- Adapt writing style and tone to target audience and communication goals.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in English, journalism, communications, or a related field is required. Master’s degree is preferred.
- Minimum five years of experience in report writing, data analysis, and technical writing is required.
- Experience producing high-quality reports for development projects or similar organizations is required.
- Experience working with USAID and/or other international donors is preferred.
- Familiarity with data visualization tools and techniques is preferred.
- Ability to maintain consistency across various documents is required.
- Strong writing and editing skills, with a strong command of grammar, punctuation, and style is required.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills is required.
- Advanced proficiency in quantitative and qualitative data analysis and interpretation preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel, required.
- Proficiency in written and spoken English is required.
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:
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