Knowledge Management Advisor for FEWS NET Strategic Planning and Activity Design (SPADe) Support

Tetra Tech International Development (http://www.tetratech.com/intdev) is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified candidates for a Knowledge Management Advisor on an anticipated global project based in Washington, D.C. The goal of SPADE is to provide the Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA) with a flexible mechanism to provide timely technical services and support. Through the project, USAID will issue requests for studies, research, and analytical support to help BHA strengthen humanitarian response planning.

The Knowledge Management Advisor will use best practices to create information management plans, document lessons learned, and organize activity information from diverse databases and multiple sources. S/he will support activities in all project countries.

Responsibilities:

• Assessing the information management needs and opportunities for project stakeholders.
• Identifying appropriate operational policies, actions, and approaches to strengthen the information management systems of project stakeholders.
• Assisting project stakeholders to develop and carry out information management plans, communication, and outreach programs.
• Identifying appropriate communication activities and programs to promote efficient and effective knowledge management best practices.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a related subject matter area.
• At least 5 years of progressively responsible international work experience.
• Advanced skills in information management, learning methods, knowledge sharing systems, and communications strategies to promote project learning.
• Demonstrated experience supporting the implementation of complex activities in multiple countries.
• Demonstrated expertise implementing knowledge management/sharing, learning, and communications activities.
• English fluency is required.

To be considered applicants must submit the following as part of the on-line process:

• Cover Letter
• CV in reverse chronological format

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How to apply

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Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered. Please ensure that all necessary documents are uploaded, as incomplete applications and/or corrupt files may delay processing of your application or remove you from consideration. No phone calls will be accepted.

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Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting, engineering, and technical services worldwide. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees - 21,000 people working together across disciplines and time zones to provide smart, sustainable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.  Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in over 450 locations around the world. We offer competitive compensation and benefits and are searching for innovative people to join our teams. We are an equal opportunity employer: EOE AA/M/F/Vets/Disability.