JOB DESCRIPTION

Description

Why RTIRTI International is an independent, scientific research institute dedicated to improving the human condition. Our vision is to address the world”s most critical problems with technical and science-based solutions in pursuit of a better future. Clients rely on us to answer questions that demand an objective and multidisciplinary approach—one that integrates expertise across social, statistical, data, and laboratory sciences, engineering, and other technical disciplines to solve the world’s most challenging problems.We believe in the promise of science and technical solutions, and we push ourselves every day to deliver on that promise for the good of people, communities, and businesses in the US and around the world. If you are looking for the opportunity to make a real difference, RTI is the place for you. About the Hiring GroupRTI”s Center for International Development implements large-scale, multidisciplinary projects across health, energy, agriculture, water, and education by leveraging RTI’s deep cross-Institutional knowledge, proven solutions, and contextual expertise. We achieve global impact by improving lives, driving economic growth, and enhancing stability in fragile and developing geographies. What You”ll DoRTI is seeking to build a roster of experienced short and long-term technical and management experts for two anticipated DFAT program opportunities in Timor-Leste, one of which will focus on private sector development and the other on human development (health, education and disability). We invite candidates who are interested in working in Timor-Leste and have experience working in similar country contexts who have expertise in one or more of the following areas listed below to submit their CVs for consideration. Key thematic areas include: DFAT project leadership and implementation Private Sector Development Agriculture/ Agribusiness Tourism Blue Economy Renewable Energy Infrastructure Investment Trade/export Climate Adaptation Access to Finance Business Development Services Training and Capacity Building Policy and Regulatory Enabling Environment Civil Society Strengthening Inclusive Health Services Inclusive Education Services Disability Equity, Disability Rights, and Social Inclusion Gender Equality DFAT Operations Management DFAT Finance Management DFAT Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Management What You”ll Need Eight or more years of professional working experience. Expertise in one or more of the listed technical and/or management disciplines. Prior experience working on DFAT projects, highly desirable. Professional experience working in Southeast Asia; Timor-Leste experience preferred. Demonstrated experience working with relevant government, civil society, and private sector stakeholders, where relevant. Fluency in English required; proficiency in Portuguese or Tetum preferred. EEO & Pay Equity StatementsFor San Francisco, CA USA Job Postings Only: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Further information is available here. RTI accepts applications to our job openings from candidates with criminal histories or conviction records in accordance with all applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. For Applicants in Massachusetts Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. The anticipated pay range for this role is listed below. Our pay ranges represent national averages and may vary by location as a geographic differential may be applied to some locations within the United States. RTI considers multiple factors when making an offer including, for example: established salary range, internal budget, business needs, and education and years of work experience possessed by the applicant. Further, salary is merely one element to our offer.At RTI, we demonstrate our commitment to rewarding individual and team achievement through a total rewards package. This package includes (among other things) a competitive base salary, a generous paid time off policy, merit based annual increases, bonus opportunities and a robust recognition program. Other benefits include a competitive range of insurance plans (including health, dental, life, and short-term and long-term disability), access to a retirement savings program such as a 401(k) plan, paid parental leave for all parents, financial assistance with adoption expenses or infertility treatments, financial reimbursement for education and developmental opportunities, an employee assistance program, and numerous other offerings to support a healthy work-life balance

Responsibilities

RTI is seeking to build a roster of experienced short and long-term technical and management experts for two anticipated DFAT program opportunities in Timor-Leste, one of which will focus on private sector development and the other on human development (health, education and disability). We invite candidates who are interested in working in Timor-Leste and have experience working in similar country contexts who have expertise in one or more of the following areas listed below to submit their CVs for consideration. Key thematic areas include: DFAT project leadership and implementation Private Sector Development Agriculture/ Agribusiness Tourism Blue Economy Renewable Energy Infrastructure Investment Trade/export Climate Adaptation Access to Finance Business Development Services Training and Capacity Building Policy and Regulatory Enabling Environment Civil Society Strengthening Inclusive Health Services Inclusive Education Services Disability Equity, Disability Rights, and Social Inclusion Gender Equality DFAT Operations Management DFAT Finance Management DFAT Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Management

Qualification

Eight or more years of professional working experience. Expertise in one or more of the listed technical and/or management disciplines. Prior experience working on DFAT projects, highly desirable. Professional experience working in Southeast Asia; Timor-Leste experience preferred. Demonstrated experience working with relevant government, civil society, and private sector stakeholders, where relevant. Fluency in English required; proficiency in Portuguese or Tetum preferred

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements