Analysts (Part-Time), U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA)/ Outside Evaluation, Arlington, VA, USA

Tetra Tech

Arlington, VA

Part Time

Mid Level

3 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

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 clients. Their expertise includes 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 worldwide and works with a range of clients including the U.S. Government, bilateral and multilateral donors, NGOs, think tanks, foundations, and universities. The company supports a project for the U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) to conduct independent evaluations of USTDA-funded projects globally, assessing effectiveness and impact, and providing evidence-based recommendations to improve programs and support learning and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct desk research, interviews and data analysis for external evaluations.
Draft formal reports in English in line with USTDA guidelines.
Assess in a transparent and ethical manner the linkage between specific activity interventions and final project outcomes.
Support drafting of contractor final report summarizing and aggregating the contractor's work including recommendations.
Assist in preparing inception, internal and final evaluation reports.
Engage with project stakeholders to collect quantitative and qualitative information.
Support logistical and operational needs for data collection and analysis.
Formulate recommendations for the Agency seeking to improve its evaluation process and the outcome of its activities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree AND three (3) years of program evaluation work experience OR Master's degree and two (2) years of program evaluation work experience.
Professional proficiency in English AND one additional language including but not limited to Spanish, Portuguese, French, Arabic, Hindi or Mandarin.
Strong research and analytical skills, with experience using both qualitative and quantitative methods.
Ability to synthesize findings into high-quality, well-structured written reports in English for technical and non-technical audiences.
Regional or sectoral knowledge relevant to USTDA activities (e.g., infrastructure, energy, transportation, telecommunications), preferred.

Nice to Have

Regional or sectoral knowledge relevant to USTDA activities (e.g., infrastructure, energy, transportation, telecommunications).

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in a relevant field.
At least 2-3 years of program evaluation work experience.

Working at Tetra Tech

MSI is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity. They prioritize providing reasonable accommodations during the application process and foster an inclusive work environment.

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