Agency:U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)
Organization:Bureau for Resilience, Environment, and Food Security, Program Office, Budget Execution Division (REFS/PO/BE)
Location of Position:Washington, DC
Telework/Remote Eligibility:Eligible to telework four days per pay period (two days per week). The position is not remote eligible.
Open Period:November 13, 2024- November 29, 2024
Appointment Type:This is an excepted service, time-limited appointment that is not to exceed three years and eleven months; may also be considered for two, two-year extensions depending on the needs of the service.
Salary:(USD) $107,657- $158,097 per year
Number of Vacancies:One
Description of Organization:The position is located in BE. REFS is responsible for worldwide leadership and integrated technical expertise of the programming of USAID in agriculture-led growth, water and sanitation, and environmental sustainability.
PO oversees strategy, operational functions, resource-allocation, procurement, and programmatic support. BE oversees the allocation and execution of REFS' program budget, including compliance with Congressional directives and required reporting and notification.
Duties and Responsibilities:The Program Officer will have responsibilities in procurement planning and activity budget management/execution. Duties include: working with managers and technical experts on activity budgets; preparing reports and maintaining financial tracking systems; coordinating procurement requirements with the Office of the General Counsel; Bureau for Management, Office of Acquisition and Assistance; and Bureau Contracting Officer's Representatives and Agreement Officer's Representatives; and other duties as assigned.
Specialized Experience:For the FL-03 (GS-13 equivalent) grade level, you must have one year of specialized experience at the FL-04 (GS-12) grade level or equivalent. Specialized experience is defined as:
- Supporting the management of international development or similar programs; and
- Financial management, tracking, and reporting.
Education Requirement:The salary for the selected candidate will be determined in accordance with ADS 470.3.6, Pay Under the Foreign Service , based on the highest degree earned and relevant experience. To facilitate accurate pay setting, resumes must include the month, day, and the year for each position held. Please note that an undergraduate degree is required for consideration at the FS-03 grade level.
Conditions of Employment:- Must be a U.S. citizen. Candidates must indicate citizenship on their application. If citizenship is not stated, the application will not be considered; and
- Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret-level security clearance.
Required Documents:- A cover letter expressing interest and clearly addressing the stated requirements for the position;
- A resume/CV that must include the month, year, and the number of hours worked per week for each position listed; and
- At least three professional references.
Other Applicable Documents:- An applicant claiming Veterans Preference must submit all appropriate documentation (DD-214, Service Disability Letter, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, etc.); and
- An applicant serving as a current/former political appointee must submit all appropriate documentation (SF-50s, appointment letter, etc.).
REFS_301 FSL APPLICATION PACKAGE: Program Officer, FL-0343-03, REFS/Program Office." Application submissions are required by
11:59 p.m. ET, November 29, 2024. Packages not submitted to REFSJ[redacted] by the deadline with the specified subject line-or incomplete packages-will not receive consideration.This notice may be used to fill additional vacancies, as the workforce needs of the Bureau may change.
USAID Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) CommitmentUSAID envisions a world where all individuals are valued, have equitable access to opportunities, and are included, respected, and safe in their societies. USAID embraces diversity as outlined in USAID's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement. We seek to elevate and include the voices of the USAID workforce, recognizing and valuing the unique contributions of all stakeholders. USAID also strives to improve equity for underrepresented communities that have historically been denied fair and just treatment and improve accessibility in all facets at USAID.
Additional resources include:
- EEO Policy Statement
- Reasonable Accommodation Policy
- Foreign Service Salaries
- Healthcare & Insurance
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