SOLICITATION NOTICE
R -- PSC - FOOD FOR PEACE OFFICER - (GS 13 Equivalent: ($83,033.00-$115,742.00)
- Notice Date
- 2/23/2012
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- NAICS
- 561990
— All Other Support Services
- Contracting Office
- Agency for International Development, Washington D.C., USAID/Washington, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Room 7.10-006, Washington, District of Columbia, 20523, United States
- ZIP Code
- 20523
- Solicitation Number
- SOL-OAA-12-000038
- Archive Date
- 3/24/2012
- Point of Contact
- callie M. Johnson, Phone: 202-567-5322, Lance Butler III, Phone: 202-567-5304
- E-Mail Address
-
cmjohnson@usaid.gov, lbutler@usaid.gov
(cmjohnson@usaid.gov, lbutler@usaid.gov)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- Scope of Work Period Of Performance: Two years with the option to renew for up to three additional years Place Of Performance: Washington, D.C., with probable short-term overseas assignments Background Title II of the Agricultural Trade and Assistance Act of 1954, as amended, authorizes the use of food assistance to combat hunger and malnutrition abroad. This position is located in the Bureau for Democracy, Conflict, and Humanitarian Assistance, Office of Food for Peace (DCHA/FFP), which manages over $2.0 billion in food aid most years, and employs a staff of over 50 in Washington. Information on FFP is available at: http://www.usaid.gov/our_work/humanitarian_assistance/ffp/ The successful candidate will be assigned to a geographic team, and will be responsible for food aid programs primarily implemented by Private Voluntary Organizations (PVOs) and the United Nations World Food Program (WFP) in up to five countries, depending on the size and complexity of the programs in those countries. The successful candidate will work either exclusively or predominantly on emergency food aid programs, depending on the nature of food aid needs in the countries assigned. Duties and Responsibilities The Food for Peace Officer (FFPO), serves as the Country Backstop Officer (CBO) and the Agreement Officer's Technical Representative (AOTR). The role of the FFPO is to analyze food aid needs, recommend and implement strategies, and manage Title II food assistance programs undertaken by implementing partners, predominately Private Voluntary Organizations (PVOs) and the United Nations World Food Program (WFP) in up to five countries. As part of a geographic team, the successful candidate will carry out the following functions for assigned countries: •1. Serve as primary point of contact for the U.S. Government, implementing partners, and others on Title II food aid issues. •2. Develop, monitor, evaluate and recommend to assigned team leader performance measures for country programs and individual projects, including contractors and grantees. •3. Monitor programs through field visits, reporting by field staff, and information provided by implementing partners to maximize program effectiveness and ensure programs are being implemented in a manner consistent with policy and legislative guidelines. •4. Represent FFP on possible longer-term travel to overseas 'duty stations' to perform tasks and activities as assigned by FFP. •5. Assess food assistance needs based on a variety of sources, including field assessments, technical data, early warning information, and reporting from USAID field staff, PVOs, and WFP. •6. In conjunction with Team Leader, identify priorities for funding, review appeals and proposals, and recommend programs to be supported. Draft and assemble documentation for program approval and funding. •7. Monitor developments in assigned countries and programs to identify policy issues related to food aid, and make recommendations to Team Leader on policy issues. •8. Draft information products (e.g., updates and memoranda) on food security situations and FFP programs, provide briefings, and represent FFP in meetings and working groups with other USAID colleagues and representatives from other agencies. •9. Mentor/train incoming FFP CBOs on specifics of Title II legislation and interpretation and office procedures, when required. •10. Occasional other duties as assigned. Guidelines Pertinent sources of information consist of the Title II laws and legislative initiatives, FFP issued guidelines and information bulletins, and USAID Agency and Bureau rules and regulations that govern the use of the U.S. food assistance programs. The incumbent must exercise considerable judgment in determining the application of current legislative provisions and executive policies to assigned responsibilities. The incumbent is expected to be innovative and original in formulating new or improved approaches to problem resolution. Supervision The incumbent works under the supervision of a Team Leader and a Division Chief, in DCHA/FFP. With guidance from the Team Leader, the incumbent exercises independence and initiative in defining and carrying out duties, prioritizing overall objectives and managing available resources. The incumbent develops deadlines for activities and other specialized tasks and is responsible for planning and carrying out assignments, resolving most conflicts that arise, and coordinating the work with others as necessary. With input from the Team Leader, the incumbent interprets policy in terms of established objectives. The incumbent keeps his/her supervisor informed of progress in the achievement of objectives and advised of potentially controversial matters. Completed work is reviewed in terms of effectiveness in advancing USAID's Food Security policy, DCHA/FFP's Strategic Plan, and Bureau objectives as enunciated in the annual results reports/resource request submissions. Work Environment Work is primarily performed in an office setting. The requirement for field trip assignments to consult with Mission and cooperating sponsor managers of food aid programs may expose the successful candidate to difficult working surroundings and security risks during the course of travel. Minimum Qualifications A. Education/Experience: Applicants must possess the minimum qualifications for the position. Applicants who do not meet all of the education and experience factors at the GS-13 equivalent are considered NOT qualified for the position. •· Bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. or internationally recognized institution with significant study in, but not limited to agriculture, human nutrition, public health, agricultural economics, international development, or other related field. Incumbent will also have a total of at least six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in humanitarian assistance and/or international development, of which three (3) years must be related to Title II development or relief food aid. Two (2) years of overseas professional experience is required. OR •· A Master's degree from an accredited U.S. or internationally recognized institution with significant study in, but not limited to, agriculture, human nutrition, agricultural economics, public health, international development, or other related field. Incumbent will also have a total of at least four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in humanitarian assistance and/or international development, of which three (3) years must be related to Title II development or relief food aid. Two (2) years of overseas professional experience is required. B. Selection Factors: Applicants must possess the minimum qualifications 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 and OF-612 continuation sheets submitted. (Note: All applicants must submit complete dates (months/years) and hours per week for all positions listed on the OF-612 to allow for adequate evaluation of your related and direct experience. Experience that cannot be quantified will not count towards meeting the experience requirements.); •· Supplemental document specifically addressing the Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs) submitted; •· Ability to obtain a SECRET level security clearance as provided by USAID within a six month period; •· Ability to obtain a Department of State medical clearance; •· Verification of academic credentials; Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs) The following quality ranking factors and required skills are listed below and will be the basis for the evaluation of all applications. All applications will be evaluated and scored based on the documentation submitted with the application and the following factors. Applicants may also be evaluated based on performance in the interview. Demonstrated ability to assess, develop, and recommend appropriate Title II country level food aid programs and activities. (25 points) Demonstrated knowledge of the mode of operation among PVOs, UN Agencies, and USG agencies involved in development and/or humanitarian relief, and ability to work effectively across agencies on issues related to funding and program implementation. (25 points) Demonstrated ability to analyze budgets, identify program implementation constraints and successes, manage U.S. Government or other agency financial agreements, and general knowledge of the USAID procurement process. (15 points) Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, including well developed social/interpersonal and problem solving skills. (20 points) Knowledge of key issues and priorities in implementing international humanitarian food assistance programs. (15 points) Basis of Rating: Applicants who meet the Education/Experience requirements and Selection Factors will be further evaluated based on scoring of the Quality Ranking Factor (QRF) response. 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 QRFs may result in your not receiving credit for all of your pertinent experience, education, training, and/or awards. The most qualified candidates may be interviewed and required to provide a writing sample. DCHA/FFP will not pay for any expenses associated with the interviews. USAID may evaluate the applicant's professional references and academic credentials.
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- Place of Performance
- Address: US Agency for International Development, DCHA Office of Food for Peace, Ronald Reagan Building, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washignton, District of Columbia, 20523, United States
- Zip Code: 20523
- Zip Code: 20523
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