Creative Associates International is a dynamic, global development company that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions, and stabilization. Based in Chevy Chase, MD (metro Washington, D.C. area), Creative has programs in more than 30 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Founded in 1977, Creative is a minority-owned, mission-driven organization that has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

We value diversity - in backgrounds and in experiences. We are deliberate and self-reflective about the kind of team and culture that we are building, seeking staff that are not only strong in their own aptitudes but care deeply about supporting each other's growth. Our success depends on all our employees' points of view, and the principle that inclusion is everyone's responsibility.

Position Summary:

The Senior Technical Advisor provides expert technical guidance and expertise to programs or portfolios. The Senior Technical Advisor spends a significant percentage of time (~40%) on business development. This may be higher or lower depending on the pipeline. This position may serve as lead writer or subject matter expert. The Senior Technical Advisor will participate in field assignments that may include providing targeted technical assistance to a project, serving in Acting capacity for technical or management roles, including COP or DCOP, representing Creative at high-level meetings with clients, external stakeholders, and government officials, and conducting capture trips to support proposal development initiatives.

The Senior Technical Advisor may serve as a Project Manager or Director for a project, depending on interest, availability and experience. Field SMEs or Technical Leads from projects may have dotted reporting lines to this position.

This Senior Technical Advisor should have a focus on Education in Emergencies and extensive experience working in contexts of crisis and conflict from project start-up, implementation, and closeout. Ideally this STA also has experience along the humanitarian/development nexus and can serve as a thought leader in this field writing blogs and attending events to promote Creative's work in this space.

Reporting & Supervision:

The Senior Technical Advisor reports to the Senior Technical Director in the Education Division.

Serves as a subject matter expert in a senior technical role with capture, programmatic, representational, and operational duties for a program (or programs) to assure continued portfolio development within that technical area
• Performs research; provides analytical support; attends meetings and events; and provides technical input for project design and implementation; and monitoring contract compliance
• Plays a key role in the proposal development process, including serving as Lead Writer
• Participates in capture initiatives, including travel to the field
• Develops and maintains strong working relationships with partner and/or donor organizations as well as developing a network of technical experts
• Serves as a regular point of contact with field staff, maintaining strong relationships and communication between field and HQ staff to support project needs as they arise
• Provides technical input to company-wide initiatives and cross functional teams
• Prepares technical documents for submission to the client
• Contributes to Creative's thought leadership in their given speciality.

• Bachelor's degree and 12 years of relevant work experience or Master's degree and 10 years of relevant work experience in Education in Emergencies settings.
• Proven expertise in strategic planning for crisis and conflict responses, and program implementation in complex and challenging environments.
• Previous experience managing/coordinating/implementing USAID programs
• Experience serving in a technical advisory role and/or field research role as a Senior Technical Advisor, Lead Field Researcher, DCOP, Regional Program Manager, Deputy Country Representative or Office Director with technical responsibilities as an LTTA or STTA
• Demonstrated knowledge of client priorities and preferences in education in crisis and conflict contexts
• Demonstrated expertise in MS Office
• Ability and willingness to travel (destination may include post-conflict countries)
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Excited about working on new business development activities and proposal writing
• Demonstrated experience writing USAID proposals
• Strong team player and builder as well as an ability to mentor young professionals.
• Previous experience managing, coaching, and strengthening the technical capacity of US and international staff

Desired Skills and Qualifications

• Experience conducting research, data management, and statistical analysis
• Fluency in a second language (Arabic, French, and/or Spanish).
• Experience working in the West Bank and Gaza.

EEOC Statement: Creative is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age, or other legally protected characteristics. Military veterans, Ameri-Corps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

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