Safeguarding Advisor - STTA

Qualifications:

* Minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required; master’s preferred;

* Minimum ten (10) years of work experience with at least 5 years’ experience designing and implementing safeguarding programs or those related to GBV prevention and response, protection of vulnerable populations, child safeguarding, anti-trafficking programs, sexual exploitation and abuse prevention and response or related fields;

* Experience in safeguarding, protections, and/or human rights within international development, aid, or other relevant field experience;

* Recognized as an expert in safeguarding and protection of vulnerable populations within and/or outside the international development industry with in-depth knowledge of safeguarding best practices, trends, and concepts;

* Familiarity and experience with USAID, World Bank, and other relevant donor standards and policies in relation to safeguarding and protection required, especially with ADS 303 Mandatory Standard Provision Related to Safeguarding as well as the draft AIDAR clause 722.70 (draft clause currently published by USAID for comment);

* Strong listening, analytical, attention to detail, and decision-making skills;

* Demonstrated integrity, independent thinking, judgment, and respect for others;

* Knowledge of adult learning principles and/or communications experience preferred;

* Ability to analyze and draw insight from data to build appropriate metrics to drive decision-making and impact;

* Ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing and lead presentations, training courses, and effective meetings with multi-cultural audiences;

* Strong knowledge of MS Office applications;

* Fluency in foreign language preferred. Strong preference for Spanish or French;

* Willingness to travel and work abroad; experience living or working in developing countries preferred; and  

* Position is open to US-based and international candidates.

To be considered, please submit the following:

* CV / Resume

Please indicate where you saw Tetra Tech’s IDS ad posted.

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.

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.

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 — 28,000 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.

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