DAI, a global consulting firm based in the United States, is currently accepting applications from qualified candidates for technical and operational long-term positions for an anticipated new regional activity in Central Asia funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The new activity aims to strengthen regional connectivity between five Central Asian countries (Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan) and includes a component to improve cooperation on transboundary water and environmental resources.
Candidates with significant demonstrated experience in the following areas are sought. Previous experience supporting USAID or other donor-funded projects is strongly preferred. Previous USAID experience typically required for operational positions. Nationals from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, or Uzbekistan are strongly encouraged to apply:
- Working in the water-energy-food-environment (WEFE) nexus
- Supporting national and/or transboundary water sector reform dialog, policies and regulation
- Promoting cross border water resources trade and regional coordination mechanisms
- Promoting new technologies, use, and mobilizing private investment for water efficient technologies
- Integrating youth, gender, and social inclusion into programming
- Increasing transparency in water markets throughout Central Asia
- USAID project management and operations, including finances, human resources, procurement, and project administration
- Gender and Social Inclusion
- Monitoring, evaluation, learning, and reporting
- Strategic communications
Qualifications/Requirements
Specific requirements will vary by position. General requirements are listed below for reference:
- University degree in a relevant field from an accredited university preferred or required depending on the position. An advanced degree (master’s or higher) is typically preferred for senior positions.
- At least 7 years of relevant technical experience for technical leadership positions
- At least 5 years of progressive management and leadership experience for managerial positions
- Relevant regional experience in Central Asia required.
- Experience with USAID and/or other international donor programs preferred; previous USAID experience typically required for operational positions.
- Strong communication skills – both written and oral – are required.
- Language skills vary by position: fluency in English required, fluency in Russian may be preferred or required depending on the position; fluency in Kazakh, Kyrgyz, Tajik, Uzbek, or Turkmen may be preferred or required depending on the position.
Interested candidates should submit their CV via the below link. Early applications are encouraged. No phone inquiries will be accepted, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please only submit 1 application.
