Tetra Tech

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.

• Please note: Only Congolese (DRC) citizens are eligible for this position**

Position Summary:

The Rule of Law Interns will support various aspects of project implementation. The Interns will contribute to both the technical and operational aspects of the Promoting Rule of Law (PROLA) Project. This role will undertake a variety of tasks such as conducting surveys, engaging in research, coordinating logistics, overseeing events and visits, managing information and technology systems, processing data, financial management and human resources. The Interns will work closely with project staff, learn about USAID projects, and play a vital role in the implementation of various project activities. All applicants must include a cover letter and at least three references with their CV. This position is paid on an hourly basis and requires a six-month commitment with the possibility of extending.

Responsibilities:

• Rotate between the operations and the technical departments to become familiar with both aspects of project implementation.
• Participate in operations-related tasks, such as purchasing procedures, financial management, and monitoring and evaluation activities.
• Work closely with supervisors to assess progress, transcribe meeting notes, and draft reports.
• Participate in staff and team meetings actively , contribute to work planning, and engage in reflective sessions.
• Conduct targeted research to support technical activities and participate in drafting deliverables.
• Help incorporate client and leadership comments and feedback into reports.
• Support the launch of the grant program by collecting, reviewing, classifying, and archiving the project proposal submissions.
• Support the setup of web conferencing and other online collaborative workspaces as requested.
• Update documents, forms, and trackers to ensure visibility of activities across the project.
• Assist in drafting and/or proofreading internal and external email communications, letters, presentations, and other related content.
• Contribute to communications efforts, including content creation, knowledge sharing and outreach activities.
• Assist in the preparation of project financial reporting and perform other tasks as assigned by Finance Manager.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in law, political science, social sciences, data science, economics, finance, public administration, or a related field is required.
• No minimum years of work experience required.
• Demonstrated interest in judicial reform, anti-corruption, equitable access to justice, inclusive development, CSO management, grants management, and/or data science required.
• Experience working in Microsoft Office software packages/applications, such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams, is required.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel is preferred.
• Fluency in written and spoken French required. Proficiency in English is preferred.
• Application deadline - December 30, 2024 Kinshasa time, DRC**

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.

Project opportunity

Internship

U.S. Teams and Clients

Democracy, Rights, and Governance (International Development)

Institutional Strengthening and Localization (International Development)

Stabilization (International Development)

Additional Information

• Organization: 216 MSI