Please note that this is a general call for consultants, and not a job posting for a specific role.

EnCompass LLC is seeking Technical Experts for short-term (typically 3-6 month) technical assistance (TA) support for the anticipated Technical, Administrative, and Professional Support (TAPS) Mechanism funded by the USAID's Bureau of Resilience and Food Security (RFS).

TAPS will support existing RFS programming by providing the Bureau and other USAID operating units with human resource services and technical assistance across various functions. The services provided will support a wide range of inclusive agriculture-led growth, resilience, nutrition, and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) activities aligned to the objectives of the Global Food Security Strategy (GFSS), the Global Water Strategy (GWS), the Multisector Nutrition Sector, the USAID Climate Strategy, and the USAID Resilience Strategy.

The TAPS consultants will work under the direct oversight of a TAPS management team member and in close collaboration with various teams across USAID. Consultants will be responsible for ensuring deliverables are completed on schedule and in accordance with EnCompass’s and USAID’s quality standards.

Specific LOE, deliverables, and periods of performance for specific assignments will be communicated by the project point of contact as assignments become available.

Consulting work under this mechanism will largely take place remotely, with potential for in-person work in the Washington, DC area or outside of the United States in locations where USAID operates.

Position Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 10-12 years of relevant experience. Or Master’s degree and 8-10 years of experience. Preferred areas of study include International Development, Economics, Public Policy, Public Health, Business, Agriculture, Natural Resources Management, Nutrition, Food Security, or other fields related to RFS’ work.

Experience and Skills

• A minimum of 8 years working on international development projects related to agricultural development, nutrition, water security, sanitation and hygiene, natural resources management or food security.
• Experience working to support or working within a developing country context, particularly relevant regional/country experience in Global Food Security Strategy focus countries, Water for the World priority countries, USAID nutrition priority countries, and USAID resilience focus countries.
• Familiarity with USAID and knowledge of USAID policies required. Experience working with the Agency strongly preferred.
• Ability to build effective working relationships colleagues, while working in multi-cultural environments.
• Commitment to customer service and exceptional quality.
• Ability to accept the unexpected, navigate changes, and provide right-sized solutions based on need and context within a given set of resource and environmental constraints.
• Strong research, analytical, writing and reporting capabilities.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and strong time management skills.
• Strong proficiency in Google Suite applications.
• Fluency in English with excellent written and oral communication skills; Ability to work in other languages (e.g. French, Spanish, Arabic) strongly preferred.

How to Apply

Please submit CV and cover letter, and complete the application on the Careers & Consulting: https://encompassworld.clearcompany.com/careers/jobs/b3e6e1fb-ef2a-d30e-58b7-19045ec92bd5/apply?source=2472408-CS-52073

EnCompass LLC is a progressive Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote, celebrate, and support a diverse and inclusive organizational culture and workforce. We are committed to providing all of our employees with an environment free from discrimination and harassment, where all are treated with dignity and respect. We do not tolerate, and explicitly prohibit, discrimination or harassment of any kind, at any time, in all aspects of employment. This includes recruitment, hiring, promotions, disciplinary measures, terminations, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and training. EnCompass also does not tolerate retaliation against individuals who report discrimination or harassment. Our continuing commitment to the principle of Equal Opportunity Employment for all means all employment decisions are based only on the job requirements, the candidate’s qualifications, and the needs of EnCompass as a business—not on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, belief, sex (including pregnancy and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability status, veteran status, genetic information, HIV status, family/marital/parental status, or any other status protected by the laws and regulations in the jurisdictions where we work.

For US based positions: The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The incumbent must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle and prioritize multiple, competing tasks and demands and to seek supervisory assistance as appropriate.

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