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:

MSI anticipates implementing an Iraq Democracy, Human Rights, and Governance (DRG) Assessment for the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in Iraq to inform strategy efforts and portfolio planning. The DRG Assessment will focus on civil society, governance, civic engagement, economic governance and cross-cutting themes. The outputs will provide key analysis and actionable recommendations aligned with the USAID Iraq Mission’s strategic goals to guide CDCS development and current and future programming.

 

**Please note: Only Iraqi citizens are eligible for this position**

 

Position Summary:

The Operations Manager to provide operational, administrative and logistical support to the Iraq USAID DRG Assessment. This position reports directly to the Deputy Team Lead (DTL) and is a short-term assignment that may range from January to March 2025.  

 

Responsibilities:

Coordinate travel from various locations in Iraq (Erbil, Baghdad, Basra) for data collection. In coordination with the DTL, schedule interviews with key stakeholders and program beneficiaries. In coordination with the DTL, prepare daily itineraries for data collection teams. Coordinate travel, payment, and lodging for potential local focus group discussion participants. Assist in procuring hotels, catering, and other major expenses while adhering to USAID regulations. Perform related duties to support the evaluation team during their visit, as required and assigned.

 

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s or Associate degree required. Five years of progressively responsible experience in operations and security procedures required. Clean driving record and valid driver’s license required. Prior experience working on USAID or other donor-funded technical assistance projects required. A strong working knowledge of local market conditions and ready to work under pressure. Ability to communicate and respond to internal and external stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships both within and outside the organization. Able to deliver effective results, meet tight deadlines and targets. Computer skills, including internet navigation, and office applications. Ability to communicate in English verbally and in writing, Kurdish and Arabic 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

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.

 

Project Opportunity

 

U.S Teams and Clients

 

Stablization (International Development)

 

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