Meeting Facilitator (USAID/ID Hub)

ZemiTek, LLC is a Woman-Owned, SBA-certified 8(a) Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) based in the Washington, DC metro area. We have a strong record delivering innovative and high-quality solutions. Since 2007, ZemiTek has provided technical assistance, project management, information technology (IT), knowledge management, monitoring and evaluation, training and learning development, and institutional support services.

The Inclusive Development Hub (ID Hub) is undergoing a review of its structure and team roles to ensure efficient collaboration and clarity. This includes:

• Clarifying the Inclusion and Equity (I&E) Team's role: Defining its purpose, potential overlaps with the Program Office, and its overall contribution to the Hub's objectives.
• Assessing the I&E Team's structure: Evaluating if its internal roles and responsibilities are optimized for effectiveness.
• Mapping team relationships: Aligning the I&E Team with other Hub teams, including the Program Office, to establish consistent and productive working relationships.

To facilitate this process, a consultant will:

• Host a meeting: Convene the I&E Team, Program Office representatives, and ID Hub management to discuss roles, responsibilities, and collaborative strategies.
• Prepare and guide the discussion: Develop a focused agenda, review relevant materials, and steer the conversation towards productive outcomes.
• Document and propose recommendations: Capture key discussion points and present actionable suggestions for optimized team structures and working relationships.

Anticipated LOE: 2 days

Location: Washington, DC/Onsite
Position Type: Temporary 

• Assist working group to prepare input for the final agenda and work session.
• Drive the conversation and track any action items that come out of the workshop.
• Oversee process of organizing documentation of the workshop (including records of breakout groups, etc).
• Write and present summary report and recommendations on follow up.

The consultant shall present the following deliverables after the workshop:

• A written report summarizing the event (plenary and breakout group sessions) along with actions items and recommendations for follow up.

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field and six (6) years of professional experience OR Master’s degree in relevant field and four (4) years of professional experience.
• Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to convey messages through clear and concise writing.
• Strong history of education/training in the areas of adult learning, and/or the facilitation of educational programs for adults a plus.
• Prior experience as a professional facilitator, required.
• Prior experience working with adult teaching methods.
• Prior experience providing skills coaching.
• Knowledge of agile facilitation principles and practices a plus.
• Experience working with high-performing teams.

ZemiTek is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant’s qualifications are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law.

ZemiTek is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, ZemiTek will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to accommodations@zemitek.com.

ZemiTek embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion and strives to build and maintain a safe environment where we celebrate diverse backgrounds, treat everyone with respect, and value the unique lived experiences each person brings based on their race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, military or veteran status, national origin, age, marital status or family status and related conditions. 

All members of IPI are measured on how they foster a climate of respect in interactions with others, value differing perspectives, and treat others in a fair, equitable, and culturally sensitive manner. All members of the Bureau are expected to value diversity, equity, and inclusion in performing everyday duties and responsibilities.