USAID Job Opening
Regional Advisor for
SOLICITATION NO: M/OP/DCHA/DOFDA-03-1950
ISSUANCE DATE:
CLOSING DATE:
SUBJECT: Solicitation for Personal Services Contractor (PSC)
Regional Advisor
for
Gentlemen/Ladies:
The United States
Government, represented by the U.S. Agency for International Development
(USAID), Bureau for Democracy, Conflict, and Humanitarian Assistance (DCHA),
Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA) is seeking applications
(Standard Form 171 or Optional Form 612) from persons interested in providing
the PSC services described in the attached. Submissions shall be in accordance
with the attached information at the place and time specified.
Applicants are required to sign the certification at
the end of the OF-612 or SF-171.
Applications that are received without signature will not be considered
for the position.
Questions may be
directed to Mr. Jesse C. Freese (202) 661-9366 or Carrie Shirtz (202) 661-9369,
Fax at (240) 465-0244 or via e-mail at advisors@globalcorps.com. Applicants
should retain copies of all enclosures that accompany their proposals.
Sincerely,
Joe Lentini
Contracting Officer
1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: M/OP/DCHA/DOFDA-03-1950
2. ISSUANCE DATE:
3. CLOSING DATE/TIME SPECIFIED FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS:
4. POSITION TITLE: Regional Advisor for
5.
MARKET VALUE: $81,602 - $106,086
6. INITIAL PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE:
7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE:
8. JOB DESCRIPTION (TO INCLUDE EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR
POSITION):
Regional
Advisor for
Statement of Duties and Responsibilities
The
EMCA Regional Advisor (RA) will be based in
This position requires an experienced practitioner in disaster response and preparedness activities. The contractor will actively develop and coordinate preparedness, mitigation and training programs to increase the capability of host governments, international organizations, and non‑governmental organizations to respond and prepare for disasters in the affected region. The DCHA/OFDA EMCA RA is responsible for the following:
1) Disaster
Response
Working directly under the guidance and supervision of the EMCA RC, the contractor will:
·
Travel to the
scene of a disaster or potential disaster and conduct initial assessments of
damages and needs.
·
Recommend
appropriate relief assistance and emergency interventions.
·
Coordinate and
maintain close liaison with representatives of host governments, donor
governments, international organizations, non‑governmental organizations
to ensure efficient and coordinated disaster response activities.
·
Monitor DCHA/OFDA
funded activities.
·
Coordinate the
requests, receipt, distribution, tracking, and accounting of relief supplies
provided by OFDA.
·
Facilitate and
coordinate the arrival and departure of DARTs with the U.S. Mission and, as
required, serve on DARTs for short periods of time.
·
While on travel,
maintain communications with the EMCA Regional Team.
·
Under
the guidance and supervision of the EMCA RC, coordinate with OFDA/Washington
and prepare information requirements and reports.
2) Disaster
Preparedness and Mitigation
OFDA encourages disaster prevention, mitigation,
and preparedness activities both in the cause of implementing a disaster
response and as a strategy to reduce disaster impacts in areas at risk. 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,
international organizations, and non‑governmental organizations in the
development of strong emergency and disaster preparedness/mitigation programs.
Specifically:
·
Prepare regular strategic and analytical reports on current or
anticipated 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, and other donors/organizations as appropriate.
·
Advise regional officials, including host country authorities and other
USAID officials on DRM efforts including the review of sector disaster response
and DRM plans.
·
Provide support as required for other DRM initiatives in the assigned
region as identified by the EMCA Regional Team. Support may include assessment
visits, project design/evaluation exercises and hazards/vulnerability/risk
analysis.
·
In the area of mitigation, work with other agencies/organizations to
identify critical disaster concerns affecting the region and countries and
develop projects/activities for addressing these.
·
Work with local and regional institutions and private/public sector
organizations to incorporate mitigation into appropriate programs.
BASIS OF RATING: Applicants who meet the basic qualifications
and selective factor(s) will be further evaluated based on the quality ranking
factors listed below. Applicants are
strongly encouraged to address each of the factors on a separate sheet
describing specifically and accurately what experience, training, education,
and/or awards you have received that are relevant to each factor. Be sure to include your name, social security
number, and the announcement number at the top of each additional page. Failure to address the selective and/or
quality ranking factors may result in your not receiving credit for all of your
pertinent experience, education, training and/or awards.
Basic Qualifications and Selective Factors: (Determines basic
eligibility for the position, candidates not meeting the basic qualifications
and selective factors are considered NOT qualified for the position)
·
Masters degree
with significant study in or pertinent to the specialized field (including, but
not limited to, international relations, economics, food policy or a related
field) or country, and two (2) years experience in emergency relief and humanitarian
assistance
OR
·
Bachelor’s
degree with significant study in or pertinent to the specialized field
(including, but not limited to, international relations, economics, food policy
or a related field) or country, and four (4) years experience in emergency
relief and humanitarian assistance
- Ability to obtain a security clearance as
provided by USAID
Quality Ranking Factors: (Determines the ranking of qualified candidates in
comparison to other applicants. The factors are listed in the order of
importance from the highest to the least.)
- Additional years of experience in design and management of
emergency relief and humanitarian assistance programs above what is
required in the Basic Qualifications and Selective Factors;
- Direct work experience in the assigned region on issues relevant
to development and management of relief and/or transitional programming
(including both field and headquarters experience);
- Knowledge
of and experience in dealing with host country governments and local
authorities and coordinating relief activities with other USG agencies
(such as the State Department, Department of Defense, and USAID Missions),
UN and other international organizations, and non-governmental
organizations involved in humanitarian response;
- Direct
work experience with OFDA, other USG humanitarian agency (including OTI,
FFP, PRM), or International Humanitarian Relief Agency responsible for
funding and monitoring implementation of emergency relief activities;
- Experience
in Strategic planning and design/development of integrated disaster
response strategies;
WHERE TO APPLY:
Via mail: GlobalCorps, 1201 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Suite 200,
Via facsimile: 240-465-0244
Via email: advisors@globalcorps.com
FOR INFORMATION ON
OTHER VACANCIES OR FOR INFORMATION ON THE STATUS OF THIS VACANCY, CALL (202)
661-9366
PLEASE READ
ATTACHED SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION. IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS
ANNOUNCEMENT.
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.
A Voluntary
Background Survey can be obtained from the above listed contacts or on-line at
http://www.usaid.gov/about/employment/idi79-2.pdf . The information from this
survey is used to help insure that agency personnel practices meet the
requirements of Federal law. Your responses are voluntary and not required.
I.
How To Apply
A. Submit a SIGNED OF-612 (Optional Application for Federal Employment) or a
SIGNED SF-171 (Application for Federal Employment). You may also include a
resume and cover letter as part of your application; however, these documents
do not replace the federal forms.
General Information
A. A separate application must be submitted for each announcement.
B. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that applications are mailed in time
to get them to the destination by the closing date of the announcement.
Applications received after the closing date and time will be considered late,
unless there is acceptable evidence to establish that it was received at the
Government installation prior to the time and date specified in the solicitation.
C. Applicants must be citizens of the
AS A MATTER OF POLICY, AND AS APPROPRIATE, A PSC IS NORMALLY AUTHORIZED THE
FOLLOWING BENEFITS:
1. BENEFITS
Employer's FICA Contribution
Contribution toward Health & Life Insurance
Pay Comparability Adjustment
Annual Increase
Eligibility for Worker's Compensation
Annual & Sick Leave
Eligibility
for 401(k)
2. 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).
3. CONTRACT INFORMATION BULLETINS (CIBs) PERTAINING TO PSCs
01-09 Competitive
Process - Personal Service Contracts ("PSCs") with
01-07 Clarification
of the Extension/Renewal Policy Regarding Personal Service Contracts (PSCs)
00-08S Revision of
Competitive Process - Personal Service Contracts ("PSCs") with
00-08 Revision of
Competitive Process - Personal Service Contracts ("PSCs") with
00-05 Personal
Service Contracts (PSCs) Annual Health Insurance Costs
00-03 2000 FICA and
Medicare Tax Rates for Personal Services Contracts (PSCs)
99-7 Contractual
Coverage for Medical Evacuation (MEDEVAC) Services
98-25 Defense Base
Act (DBA) Coverage and DBA Waiver List
98-24 Use of
Compensatory (Comp) Time by PSCs
98-23 Guidance
Regarding Classified Contract Security and Contractor Personnel Security
Requirements
98-16 Annual Salary
Increase for USPSCs
98-14 Change in
Required Application Form for USPSCs
98-12 Advertisement
of and Requirements for Evaluating Applications for PSCs
98-11 Determining a
Market Value for PSCs
98-3 Class
Deviation to 31.205-6(g)(3), Foreign National Severance Pay Under Professional
Services Contracts
97-17 PSCs with
97-16 Class
Justification for Use of Other Than Full & Open Competition for Personal
Services Contracts with U.S. Citizens Contracted locally with CCNs and TCNs
Subject to the Local Compensation Plan, and for Overseas Contracts of $250,000
or Less
97-3 New USAID
Contractor Employee Physical Examination
96-23 Unauthorized
Provision in Personal Services Contract
94-9 Sunday Pay for
93-17 Financial
Disclosure Requirements Under a Personal Services Contractor (PSC)
LIST OF REQUIRED
FORMS FOR PSCs
1.
Standard Form 171 or Optional Form 612.
**2. Contractor Physical Examination (AID Form 1420-62).
**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).
NOTE: Form 5 is available from the requirements office.
* Standardized Regulations (Government Civilians Foreign Areas).
** The forms listed 2 through 5 shall only be completed upon the advice of the
Contracting Officer that an applicant is the successful candidate for the job.