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FBO DAILY ISSUE OF JANUARY 20, 2007 FBO #1881
SOLICITATION NOTICE

R -- USPSC - Regional Advisor for the Southern Africa Regional Office in Pretoria, South Africa - M/OAA/DCHA/DOFDA-07-294

Notice Date

1/18/2007
 

Notice Type

Solicitation Notice
 

NAICS

921190 — Other General Government Support
 

Contracting Office

Agency for International Development, Washington D.C., USAID/Washington, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Room 7.10-006, Washington, DC, 20523, UNITED STATES
 

ZIP Code

00000
 

Solicitation Number

M-OAA-DCHA-DOFDA-07-294
 

Response Due

2/19/2007
 

Archive Date

2/20/2007
 

Point of Contact

Amy Feldman, Global Corps Recruiter, Phone 202-661-9377, Fax 202-347-0315, - Michael Jones, Global Corps/OFDA Sr. Recruiter, Phone 202-661-9366, Fax 240-465-0244,
 

E-Mail Address

afeldman@usaid.gov, msjones@usaid.gov
 

Description

SOLICITATION NUMBER: M/OAA/DCHA/DOFDA-07-294 ISSUANCE DATE: January 18, 2007 CLOSING DATE: February 19, 2007, 5:00 p.m. EST SUBJECT: Solicitation for U.S. Personal Service Contractor for a Regional Advisor in the Southern Africa Regional Office in Pretoria, South Africa. Ladies/Gentlemen: The United States Government, represented by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is seeking applications (Optional Form 612 only) from qualified U.S. citizens to provide personal services as a Regional Advisor under a personal services contract, as described in the attached solicitation. Submittals shall be in accordance with the attached information at the place and time specified. Applicants interested in applying for this position MUST submit the following materials: * Complete and hand-signed federal form OF-612. * Supplemental document specifically addressing the five (5) Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs) shown in the solicitation. Incomplete or unsigned applications shall not be considered. These signed forms must be mailed, delivered, faxed, or emailed (email applications must be signed) to: GlobalCorps 1201 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Suite 200 Washington, DC 20004 E-Mail Address: rasa@globalcorps.com Facsimile: (202) 315-3803 or (240) 465-0244 Applicants should retain for their records copies of all enclosures which accompany their applications. Any questions on this solicitation may be directed to: Mike Jones or Allison von Felden Telephone Number: (202) 661-9366 or (202) 661-9369 E-Mail Address: rasa@globalcorps.com Website: www.globalcorps.com Facsimile: (202) 315-3803 or (240) 465-0244 Sincerely, Yvonne Wilson Contracting Officer Solicitation for U.S. Personal Service Contractor (PSC) Regional Advisor for the Southern Africa Regional Office 1. SOLICITATION NO.: M/OAA/DCHA/DOFDA-07-294 2. ISSUANCE DATE: 1/18/2007 3. CLOSING DATE/TIME FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 02/19/2007, 5:00 pm EST 4. POSITION TITLE: Regional Advisor for the Southern Africa Regional Office 5. MARKET VALUE: GS-14 ($79,115- $102,848). Final compensation will be negotiated within the listed market value based upon the candidate's past salary, work history and educational background. 6. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: 2 years, renewable up to 5 years 7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Pretoria, South Africa with possible travel as stated in the position description. 8. STATEMENT OF WORK POSITION DESCRIPTION BACKGROUND The Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA), within USAID, is responsible for providing non-food humanitarian assistance in responding to international crises and disasters. To fulfill its mandate to effectively respond to disasters worldwide, OFDA has established five permanent regional offices and one sub-regional office. The regional offices are located in San Jose, Costa Rica; Bangkok, Thailand; Dakar, Senegal; Nairobi, Kenya; and Pretoria, South Africa. The sub-regional office is in Kathmandu, Nepal. The Southern Africa Regional Office in Pretoria, South Africa covers 14 countries in Southern Africa. The region is largely comprised of poor, food insecure nations, and politically unstable and failing states with diverse cultures, languages, topographies, and disaster vulnerabilities. INTRODUCTION OFDA is part of the Bureau for Democracy, Conflict and Humanitarian Assistance (DCHA). OFDA is organized into three divisions, under the management of the Office of the Director. The Disaster Response and Mitigation Division (DRM) is responsible for coordinating with other organizations for the provision of relief supplies and humanitarian assistance. DRM also devises, coordinates, and implements program strategies for a variety of natural and human-caused disaster situations. DRM hires sector specialists to provide technical expertise in assessing the quality of disaster response. The Program Support Division (PS) provides programmatic and administrative support including budget/financial services, procurement planning, contracts and grants administration, and communication support for OFDA's Washington and field offices. The Operations Division (OPS) develops and manages logistical and operational support for disaster responses and administrative support to all offices and operations. OPS maintains readiness to respond to emergencies through several mechanisms, including managing Search and Rescue (SAR) Teams, Disaster Assistance Response Teams (DARTs), and Washington-based Response Management Teams (RMTs). OBJECTIVE OFDA requires the services of a Regional Advisor in its Southern Africa Regional Office in Pretoria, South Africa to ensure that OFDA's objectives for strategic analysis, coordination of disaster response activities, monitoring and reporting on OFDA-funded activities, and identification and formulation of disaster preparedness, mitigation and training programs for the region are effectively met. 9. CORE FUNCTIONAL AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The contractor will actively oversee disaster response activities, and develop and coordinate preparedness, mitigation and training programs to increase the knowledge and capability of Mission Disaster Relief Officers, host governments, international organizations (IOs), and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to respond to and prepare for disasters in the affected region. As such, t his position requires the individual to do extensive travel throughout the region, approximately one half of his/her time. In addition, sometimes the travel must occur on very short notice, to countries outside of the Southern Africa Region, or for extended periods. The Regional Advisor will be responsible for the following: Disaster Response - Working directly under the guidance and minimal supervision of the Principal Regional Advisor, the contractor will: * Travel to the scene of disasters or potential disasters and conduct initial assessments of damage and needs; determine appropriate U.S. Government (USG) relief assistance and emergency interventions in consultation with OFDA/Washington and/or the Principal Regional Advisor; * Coordinate and maintain close liaison with senior representatives of host governments, donor governments, IOs, NGOs, U.S. Embassy, and USAID missions to ensure efficient and coordinated disaster response activities; * Monitor OFDA-funded activities in coordination with the DOS in Washington; * Validate OFDA relief supply requests in consultation with OFDA/Washington and coordinate receipt, distribution, tracking, and accounting of supplies; * Facilitate and coordinate the arrival and departure of DARTs with the U.S. Mission and, as required, serve on DARTs; * Liaise, as needed, with U.S. military personnel to ensure a coordinated and efficient disaster response and/or implementation of humanitarian assistance projects; * Prepare field information and reports, as required by OFDA/Washington. Disaster Preparedness - Working closely with OFDA/Washington and drawing on the skills and technical expertise within the office and available through inter- and intra-agency agreements, the contractor will assist representatives of host government organizations, IOs, and NGOs in the development of strong emergency and disaster preparedness/mitigation programs. Specifically, the contractor will: * Prepare regular strategic and analytical reporting cables on conditions of current unfolding or developing emergencies, as well as comprehensive preparedness documentation on assigned countries; * Assist with the design, development, and implementation of strategies and integrated disaster assistance for OFDA, USAID, local governments, humanitarian organizations, and other donors as appropriate; * Advise regional officials, including host country authorities and other USAID and/or U.S. Embassy officials on OFDA efforts including the review of sector disaster response and plans; * Provide support for other OFDA initiatives in the assigned region as identified by the Southern Africa Regional Office and OFDA/Washington. Support may include assessment visits, project design and evaluation exercises, and hazards/vulnerability/risk analysis; * Coordinate with other agencies/organizations to identify critical disaster concerns affecting the region and countries and develop projects/activities for addressing them; * Work with senior representatives of local and regional institutions and private and public sector organizations to incorporate preparedness and mitigation into appropriate programs. SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIP: The Regional Advisor will report directly to the Principal Regional Advisor for Southern Africa. However, for certain activities, the Regional Advisor will coordinate tasks with the Regional Coordinator in OFDA/Washington. SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: Supervisory controls will be minimal. The Regional Advisor is expected to act independently with minimal direction and will have latitude to exercise independent judgment. The Principal Regional Advisor will provide direction in terms of broadly defined program goals and objectives. 10. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work is generally sedentary and does not pose undue physical demands. During deployment on Disaster Assistance Response Teams (DARTs) (if required), and during site visits, there may be some additional physical exertion including long periods of standing, walking over rough terrain, or carrying of moderately heavy items (less than 50 pounds). 11. WORK ENVIRONMENT Work is primarily performed in an office setting. During deployment on Disaster Assistance Response Teams (DARTs) (if required), and during site visits, the work may additionally involve special safety and/or security precautions, wearing of protective equipment, and exposure to severe weather conditions. 12. START DATE: Immediately, once necessary clearances are obtained. 13. POINT OF CONTACT: See Cover Letter. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION (Determines basic eligibility for the position. Applicants who do not meet all of education and experience factors are considered NOT qualified for the position.) Bachelor's degree with significant study in or pertinent to the specialized field (including, but not limited to, international relations, economics, food policy) or region; and nine (9) years of progressively responsible work experience that is related to the functions of the position, including three (3) years of overseas, on-the ground field experience in emergency relief, humanitarian assistance and/or disaster preparedness and mitigation, and characterized by needs assessment, analysis, emergency relief program operations, disaster preparedness, or post-emergency rehabilitation. OR Master's degree with significant study in or pertinent to the specialized field (including, but not limited to, international relations, economics, food policy) or region; and seven (7) years of progressively responsible work experience that is related to the functions of the position, including three (3) years of overseas, on-the ground field experience in emergency relief, humanitarian assistance and/or disaster preparedness and mitigation, and characterized by needs assessment, analysis, emergency relief program operations, disaster preparedness, or post-emergency rehabilitation. SELECTION FACTORS (Determines basic eligibility for the position. Applicants who do not meet all of the selection factors are considered NOT qualified for the position.) * Applicant is a U.S. Citizen; * Complete and hand-signed federal form OF-612 submitted; * Supplemental document specifically addressing the Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs) submitted; * Ability to obtain a SECRET level security clearance; * Ability to obtain a Department of State medical clearance; * Satisfactory verification of academic credentials. QUALITY RANKING FACTORS (QRFs) (Used to determine the competitive ranking of qualified applicants in comparison to other applicants. The factors are listed in priority order from highest to least.) QRF #1 Describe your experience assessing disasters or humanitarian concerns, and identifying and prioritizing key response options, especially as related to food security and nutrition; QRF #2 Describe your experience coordinating, managing and/or implementing humanitarian assistance interventions with U.S. Government agencies, foreign governments, affected populations, and other local, national and international humanitarian actors, especially in Southern Africa; QRF #3 Provide specific examples of your ability to represent organizational interests and cultivate partnerships across organizational or cultural boundaries with (1) foreign governments, local authorities and beneficiaries, (2) international organizations, (3) international and local non-governmental organizations, and (4) U.S. Government agencies and other donors, especially as related to humanitarian assistance; QRF #4 Provide specific examples of your ability to communicate complex concepts and recommendations through the preparation and presentation of briefings, communications, and strategic and analytical reports on disaster or humanitarian issues; QRF #5 Describe your experience working in highly dynamic situations and austere physical conditions with limited supervision and/or support. BASIS OF RATING: Applicants who meet the Education/Experience required for this position and the Selection Factors will be further evaluated based on scoring of the Quality Ranking Factor (QRF) responses. Those applicants determined to be competitively ranked may also be evaluated on interview performance and satisfactory professional reference checks. Applicants are required to address each of the QRFs on a separate sheet describing specifically and accurately what experience, training, education and/or awards they have received that are relevant to each factor. Be sure to include your name and the announcement number at the top of each additional page. Failure to address the selection and/or Quality Ranking Factors may result in your not receiving credit for all of your pertinent experience, education, training and/or awards. The Applicant Rating System is as Follows: QRFs have been assigned the following points: QRF #1 - 15 QRF #2 - 15 QRF #3 - 10 QRF #4 - 5 QRF #5 - 5 Interview Performance - 30 points Satisfactory Professional Reference Checks - 20 points Total Possible Points: 100 APPLYING: Applications must be received by the closing date and time at the address specified in the cover letter. Qualified individuals are required to submit: 1. A complete U.S. Government Optional Form 612 with hand-written signature (downloadable forms are available on the USAID website, http://www.usaid.gov/procurement_bus_opp/procurement/forms or internet http://fillform.gsa.gov or at Federal offices) or www.globalcorps.com. 2. A supplemental document specifically addressing the five (5) Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs) shown in the solicitation. To ensure consideration of applications for the intended position, please reference the solicitation number on your application, and as the subject line in any cover letter. DOCUMENT SUBMITTALS Via mail: GlobalCorps, 1201 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Suite 200, Washington, DC 20004 Via facsimile: (202) 315-3803 or (240) 465-0244 Via email: rasa@globalcorps.com The most qualified candidates may be interviewed and required to provide a writing sample. OFDA will not pay for any expenses associated with the interviews. Professional references and academic credentials will be evaluated for applicants being considered for selection. NOTE: If a temporary secret security clearance and Department of State medical clearance is not obtained within nine months, the offer may be rescinded. NOTE REGARDING GOVERNMENT OBLIGATIONS FOR THIS SOLICITATION This solicitation in no way obligates USAID to award a PSC contract, nor does it commit USAID to pay any cost incurred in the preparation and submission of the application. NOTE REGARDING DATA UNIVERSAL NUMBERING SYSTEM (DUNS) NUMBERS All individuals contracted as US PSCs are required to have a DUNS Number. USAID will provide a generic DUNS Number and PSCs are not required to register with CCR. For general information about DUNS Numbers, please refer to FAR Clause 52.204-6, Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) Number (10/2003) http://acquisition.gov/comp/far/current/html/52_200_206.html#wp1137568 LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS FOR PSCs Forms outlined below can found at: http://www.usaid.gov/forms/ or at http://www.forms.gov/bgfPortal/citizen.portal 1. Optional Form 612. 2. Medical History and Examination Form (DS-1843). ** 3. Questionnaire for Sensitive Positions (for National Security) (SF-86), or ** 4. Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions (SF-85). ** 5. Finger Print Card (FD-258). ** 6. Employment Eligibility Verification (I-9 Form). ** ** Forms 2 through 6 shall be completed ONLY upon the advice of the Contracting Officer that an applicant is the successful candidate for the job. CONTRACT INFORMATION BULLETINS (CIBs) and ACQUISITION & ASSISTANCE POLICY DIRECTIVES (AAPDs) PERTAINING TO PSCs CIBs and AAPDs contain changes to USAID policy and General Provisions in USAID regulations and contracts. Please refer to http://www.usaid.gov/business/business_opportunities/cib/subject.html#psc to determine which CIBs and AAPDs apply to this contract. AAPD 06-10 - PSC MEDICAL PAYMENT RESPONSIBILITY AAPD No. 06-10 is hereby incorporated as Attachment 1 to the solicitation. AAPD-06-12 - HOMELAND SECURITY PRESIDENTIAL DIRECTIVE-12 (HSPD-12) IMPLEMENTATION AAPD-06-12 is hereby incorporated as Attachment 2 to the solicitation. As directed in AAPD-06-12, the required reference to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Clause 52.204-9 is also shown in Attachment 2. BENEFITS/ALLOWANCES: As a matter of policy, and as appropriate, a PSC is normally authorized the following benefits and allowances: BENEFITS: Employer's FICA Contribution Contribution toward Health & Life Insurance Pay Comparability Adjustment Annual Increase Eligibility for Worker's Compensation Annual & Sick Leave ALLOWANCES (if Applicable).* (A) Temporary Lodging Allowance (Section 120). (B) Living Quarters Allowance (Section 130). (C) Post Allowance (Section 220). (D) Supplemental Post Allowance (Section 230). (E) Separate Maintenance Allowance (Section 260). (F) Education Allowance (Section 270). (G) Education Travel (Section 280). (H) Post Differential (Chapter 500). (I) Payments during Evacuation/Authorized Departure (Section 600), and (J) Danger Pay (Section 650). * Standardized Regulations (Government Civilians Foreign Areas). FEDERAL TAXES: USPSCs are required to pay Federal Income Taxes, FICA, and Medicare ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED REGARDLESS OF AGE, RACE, COLOR, SEX, CREED, NATIONAL ORIGIN, LAWFUL POLITICAL AFFILIATION, NON-DISQUALIFYING HANDICAP, MARITAL STATUS, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, AFFILIATION WITH AN EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATION, OR OTHER NON-MERIT FACTOR.
 

Place of Performance

Address: Pretoria

Country: SOUTH AFRICA
 

Record

SN01214183-W 20070120/070119092144 (fbodaily.com)
 

Source

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