Tetra Tech ARD Chief of Party Job Vacancy in Kampala, Uganda

Tetra Tech ARD (http://www.ardinc.com), a leading international development consulting firm based in Burlington, Vermont and Washington, D.C., is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified candidates for a Chief of Party position for a potential USAID funded project in Uganda. The purpose of this project is to support peace building and conflict mitigation in Uganda by strengthening mechanisms for resolution of conflicts over land, oil and ethnic diversity. It will further enhance the capacity of local actors to prevent violent conflict and transform them into peaceful outcomes while promoting reconciliation. Through training, technical assistance and providing grants to Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), the project will focus on the oil rich Albertine region, Northern Uganda, and Central Uganda as primary entry points.

Qualifications:
–Minimum Master’s degree in Law, Peace and Conflict Resolution, International development or Public Administration;
— Minimum of ten years’ experience in managing similar programs in a developing country;
— Vast experience in land as well as peace and reconciliation program implementation in a developing country context similar to that of Uganda;
–Able to communicate complex processes to diverse stakeholders both internal and external to the program.

These include cultural leaders, local government officials as well as officials in line ministries of the government of Uganda.

How to apply:
To Apply: Please email full, current CV in reverse chronological format to Cathy.Iraheta@tetratech.com, or fax to C. Iraheta at 802-658-4247.

Please refer to job code “COP Uganda” in the subject line. Only candidates meeting the qualifications detailed above will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

Tetra Tech ARD is committed to diversity and gender equality in all of its operations in the U.S and overseas. We strive to reflect these goals in our global mission and in our workplace.

We encourage applications from women and underrepresented ethnic, racial and cultural groups.
Tetra Tech ARD, is proud to be an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer.

Closing Date: Monday, 02 January 2012