Survivor's Network Lead, ILAB Research Support Services (proposal)

Management Systems International; Arlington (VA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A consultancy firm is seeking a qualified candidate to manage survivor-centered research initiatives focused on labor issues. Responsibilities include drafting project terms, developing engagement strategies, and conducting confidential interviews with survivors. Candidates should have a master's degree related to social work and at least eight years of relevant experience in similar fields. Exceptional organizational and communication skills are essential for this part-time role, which supports remote work.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Opportunity for remote work

Engagement in meaningful projects

Qualifications

• Minimum eight years of experience designing survivor-centered programs.
• Experience in forced labor or child labor contexts is preferred.
• Strong proficiency with confidentiality protocols required.

Responsibilities

• Draft and finalize Terms of Reference (TORs) for the Survivor Network.
• Develop a Survivor Engagement Strategy outlining recruitment criteria.
• Conduct confidential intake interviews and obtain informed consent.

Skills

Trauma-informed methodologies

Organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Cross-cultural communication

Education

Master’s degree in social work or related field

Tools

Secure data-management tools

Job description

Overview

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 includes 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 and works domestically as well. We support clients ranging from the U.S. Government to large bilateral and multilateral donors, as well as national and local governments, NGOs, think tanks, foundations and universities. For more information, please visit our website.

Proposal Summary

MSI is pursuing a five-year contract to provide research and support services to the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), Bureau of International Labor Affairs (ILAB). DOL/ILAB is commissioning research support services to produce high-quality, timely Congressional and Executive Order reports on forced labor, child labor, and other labor policy priorities. Our team will deliver rigorous data analysis, policy research, technical editing, and communications support, while also strengthening ILAB’s capacity through training, stakeholder engagement, and specialized supply chain and trade-related studies.

Responsibilities

• Draft and finalize Terms of Reference (TORs) for the Survivor Network, including purpose, roles, communication protocols, and consent procedures.
• Develop a Survivor Engagement Strategy outlining recruitment criteria, informed-consent processes, codes of conduct, honoraria/stipend guidelines, and risk-mitigation measures.
• Secure DOL/COR approval of TORs and Engagement Strategy.
• Identify and recruit a diverse cohort of survivors across target regions, leveraging partner NGOs, survivor-led organizations, and community contacts.
• Conduct confidential intake interviews and obtain informed consent in accordance with ethical protocols and local regulations.
• Deliver orientation sessions (virtual or in-person) to familiarize participants with network objectives, expectations, and support mechanisms.
• Schedule and facilitate periodic survivor focus groups and individual consultations to inform research instruments and validate findings.
• Maintain a secure, encrypted database of survivor contacts, engagement logs, and consent documentation.
• Provide ongoing support to survivors, including referrals to psychosocial resources as needed.
• Produce a Summary Report after each engagement activity, including attendance, key themes, methodological notes, and recommendations.
• Compile electronic source files—interview notes, focus-group transcripts, and supporting documents—in ILAB-approved formats.
• Deliver draft and final TORs, Engagement Strategy, and periodic network performance updates according to agreed timelines.
• Coordinate with the Team Leader, Evaluation & Research Lead, and Communications Lead to integrate survivor inputs into questionnaires, policy briefs, and human-interest stories.
• Ensure all network activities comply with DOL’s scientific integrity and ethical standards, including protection of personal data and prevention of re-traumatization.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work, international development, public health, human rights, or related field.
• Minimum eight years of experience designing and managing survivor-centered programs, preferably in forced labor or child labor contexts.
• Demonstrated expertise in trauma-informed methodologies and ethical engagement of vulnerable populations.
• Strong organizational skills; proficiency with secure data-management tools and confidentiality protocols.
• Excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills.
• Ability to work part-time yet maintain consistent responsiveness to team needs.

MSI Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

Reasonable Accommodations

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.