Technical Advisor – Media, USAID South Sudan Peacebuilding and Independent Media (PBIM) Activity, Juba, South Sudan

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree, or higher, in International Relations, Social Sciences, International Development, Conflict and Peace Studies or any other relevant discipline.
• Minimum seven (7) years of experience in a relevant field with a strong focus on media and strategic communication initiatives.
• Minimum six (6) years of working in conflict and post-conflict environments. Experience in South Sudan is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated capability to communicate effectively and develop relationships with communities and government officials.
• Experience of leading media initiatives in conflict settings in either advisory or management roles.
• Strong understanding of peacebuilding, governance, rule of law, humanitarian and development programming and policies in fragile states.
• Strong interpersonal and written/oral communication skills.
• Fluency in written and spoken English required.

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.

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.