Governance and Human Rights Coordinator, PAJ Activity Job Listing at Tetra Tech in Amman, Amman Governorate (Job ID 41596)

Description

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 purpose of “Public Accountability and Justice Strengthening” (PAJ) activity is to support Jordanian efforts to enhance accountability systems, procedures, and mechanisms within the government of Jordan and judicial institutions and enhance their ability to serve and communicate effectively with the public. It also fosters awareness and pressure by civil society organizations, the public, and the private sector on the government's adherence to the law and its international commitments to govern in an accountable manner that safeguards the rights of vulnerable populations. Increasing the Accountability and Effectiveness of Public Institutions in Jordan | MSI (msiworldwide.com).

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

Position Summary:

The Governance and Human Rights Coordinator will be a part of USAID's Jordan Public Accountability and Justice Strengthening Activity (PAJ) team and will carry out duties designed to meet the objectives of the project. The Governance and Human Rights Coordinator will report to the Component 3 Team Leader.

Responsibilities:

• Support technical activities to improve the Government of Jordan's (GOJ) ability to respond to public demand for transparency, rule of law and protection of human rights.
• Assist the Component 3 Team Leader in developing and following up on work plan activities and updates.
• Develop and oversee policy-related and legislative support activities under Component 3, including selected research, analysis, policy development support, training and strategic analysis.
• Oversee technical activities to improve communication and information exchange between partner institutions.
• Provide support with the management and oversight of grantees and Civil Society Organization (CSO) partners.
• Coordinate and lead trainings and other activities to improve the capacity of GOJ and CSO stakeholders.
• Formulate and coordinate efforts in drafting initiatives.
• Plan and coordinate the support and advocacy for reforming efforts with local efforts.
• Provide logistical and organizational support to short-term experts and local partners.
• Assist in preparing Component 3 weekly, quarterly, and annual reports as well as other reports and deliverables as requested.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by the Component 3 Team Leader or PAJ senior management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as law, business, or public administration required. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum seven years of experience in supporting initiatives and executing activity implementation with government entities and civil society organizations required.
• Experience overseeing consultants and subcontractors.
• Strong familiarity with the landscape of CSO, human rights, and related legislations.
• Strong interpersonal communication and writing skills.
• Fluency in Arabic and proficiency in English 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.

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