USAID Development Assistance Specialist (Deputy PEPFAR Coordinator)  Full Time

About You

1. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION

 a. Education: A Master of Public Health (MPH) or Master’s degree in Public Health, International Development, Health, Social or Behavioral Sciences, Organizational Development, Epidemiology, Biology, Infectious Disease, Political Science, Business Administration, or related fields is required.

b. Prior Experience: Minimum seven years’ experience in public health/development programs in developing countries with demonstrated broad technical knowledge and experience in program analysis and planning, and management of                           programs in developing countries. At least two of the seven years of experience must be in HIV/AIDS is required.

c. Language:  English and Amharic at Level IV. English proficiency is a requirement for positions with USAID. In lieu of testing, as academic courses are taught in English at the secondary and post-secondary level, English proficiency will be assessed throughout the evaluation process – application review, skills test, interview. In addition, candidates may provide proof of English language proficiency. Acceptable certifications include CEFR of C1 or C2, IELTS (minimum of 6.5), Cambridge (CAE), TOEFL IBT (minimum of 95), or TOEFL ITP ( minimum of 560). These test results are valid for two years.

d.  Job Knowledge: Expert level of knowledge of HIV/AIDS programming in low resource settings, knowledge of PEPFAR and U.S. government rules and regulations for program management. The Deputy Coordinator is expected to have an in-depth       understanding of US Government foreign assistance to the host-country government and familiarity with central aspects of U.S. Government policy in the host country. Working knowledge of USG and USAID’s strategic direction, its chief accomplishments and its challenges.

e.   Skills and Abilities: The Deputy Coordinator must possess excellent interpersonal skills in a diverse, multi-cultural environment involving multiple government agencies, implementing partners and other stakeholders. Strong skills in communication (oral and written), advocacy, and networking. The Deputy Coordinator must have strong conceptual and analytical skills to be able to quickly grasp and translate new concepts into operational plans and results. This position requires an outstanding ability to exercise flexibility and prioritization skills to be able to accept and react to evolving planning and implementation contexts. Ability to exercise sound judgment, take initiative and offer leadership. They demonstrate timely decision-making and extensive judgment in planning and carrying out tasks. The Deputy Coordinator must demonstrate excellent computer skills including skills with Microsoft Office, web-based databases, and electronic filing.

III. EVALUATION AND SELECTION FACTORS

The Government may award a contract without discussions with candidates in accordance with FAR 52.215-1.  The CO reserves the right at any point in the evaluation process to establish a competitive range of candidates with whom negotiations will be conducted pursuant to FAR 15.306(c).  In accordance with FAR 52.215-1, if the CO determines that the number of offers that would otherwise be in the competitive range exceeds the number at which an efficient competition can be conducted, the CO may limit the number of candidates in the competitive range to the greatest number that will permit an efficient competition among the most highly rated offers.  The FAR provisions referenced above are available at https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far.

To meet the basic eligibility requirements for this position the offeror must:

• Be a citizen of Ethiopia, or otherwise eligible to work lawfully in Ethiopia.
• Submit a complete application (Offer) as outlined in the section IV.
• Be able to attain a security certificate for Facility Access.
• Be cleared medically to work in the U.S. Mission to Addis Ababa.

After the closing date for receipt of applications, those that meet the minimum qualification

requirements (Education and Experience) will be referred to a Technical Evaluation Committee (TEC). Applications from candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements will not be considered. The TEC will review and score the applications to create a list of applicants to be interviewed. Short-listed candidates will be evaluated based on information presented in the application, skills test (if used), interview, and obtained through reference checks. An applicant’s references must be able to provide substantive information about past performance and abilities.

BASIS OF RATING:

Applications are rated as outlined below.

      Application Review                                  30 points

The application will be scored based on information provided outlining the quality of experience supporting the statement of duties as outlined in this solicitation (See Section II. d. Job knowledge and e. Skills and Abilities).

      Technical Skills                                          20 points

A skills test will be administered in the form of an essay to assess the candidate’s technical knowledge, attention to detail, English proficiency, and clarity of response using logic and reasoning.

      Interview Performance                            50 points

Interview questions will be intended to explore the candidate’s:

• Capacity to lead or work as a member a diverse team
• Capacity to communicate with impact across interagency
• Ability to prioritize tasks in fast-paced environments
• Knowledge and experience in planning, reporting, and budget management
• Understanding of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility concepts

Total Possible Points:                               100 points

Reference Check                                      Pass/Fail

A “Fail” Reference Check would result from information regarding confirmed illegal or unethical activities or a preponderance of negative feedback from numerous references, e.g., not a single critical comment.

How To Apply

IV. SUBMITTING AN OFFER

Eligible Offerors are required to complete and submit:

1. The offer form DS-174 (Application for U.S. Federal employment) which can be found in the U.S. embassy website https://et.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/; or https://www.usaid.gov/ethiopia/work-with-us/careers/ds-form-174-ccn-application.
2. A résumé in English
3. Letter of application (cover letter) that describes your experience complimenting the  evaluation criteria (Section III: Evaluation and Selection Factors), and
4. Contact information for a minimum of three and a maximum of five references, including at least two references with direct knowledge of the offeror’s past performance.

Further Guidance: 

To ensure consideration of offers for the intended position, offerors must prominently reference the Solicitation Number in the offer submission.

Application must be submitted ONLY via addisusaidjobs@usaid.gov and the email subject must say– solicitation 72066324R10026, USAID Development Assistance Specialist (Deputy PEPFAR Coordinator). Be sure to include your name and the solicitation number at the top of each page.

Please do not submit more than one application; and

The application must be submitted before or on the closing date at local Ethiopia time 5 p.m. (Local Ethiopia, Addis Ababa Time, or EAT).  Late and incomplete applications will not be considered.

V. LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS PRIOR TO AWARD

The Contracting Candidates will provide instructions about how to complete and submit the following forms after an offeror is selected for the contract award:

1. Medical History and Examination Form (Department of State Forms)
2. Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions (SF-85)
3. Fingerprint Card (FD-258)

VI. BENEFITS AND ALLOWANCES

As a matter of policy, and as appropriate, a PSC is normally authorized the following benefits and allowances:

1. BENEFITS:

   Group life insurance, medical coverage, annual leave and sick leave.

2. ALLOWANCES (as applicable):

   Meal allowance and miscellaneous benefit allowance.

VII. TAXES

Cooperating Country Nationals are expected to comply with all relevant Ethiopian laws and regulations.

VIII. USAID REGULATIONS, POLICIES AND CONTRACT CLAUSES PERTAINING TO PSCs

USAID regulations and policies governing CCN awards are available at these sources:

1. USAID Acquisition Regulation (AIDAR), Appendix J, “Direct USAID Contracts With a Cooperating Country National and with a Third Country National for Personal Services Abroad,” including contract clause “General Provisions,” available at https://www.usaid.gov/sites/default/files/documents/1868/aidar_0.pdf

2. Contract Cover Page form AID 309-1 available at https://www.usaid.gov/forms. Pricing by line item is to be determined upon contract award as described below:

LINE ITEMS

3. Acquisition & Assistance Policy Directives/Contract Information Bulletins (AAPDs/CIBs) for Personal Services Contracts with Individuals available at http://www.usaid.gov/work-usaid/aapds-cibs

         4. Ethical Conduct. By the acceptance of a USAID personal services contract as an individual, the contractor will be acknowledging receipt of the “Standards of Ethical Conduct for Employees of the Executive Branch,” available from the U.S. Office               of Government Ethics, in accordance with General Provision 2 and 5 CFR 2635.  See https://www.oge.gov/web/oge.nsf/OGE%20Regulations.

5. PSC Ombudsman
The PSC Ombudsman serves as a resource for any Personal Services Contractor who has entered into a contract with the United States Agency for International Development and is available to provide clarity on their specific contract with the     agency. Please visit our page for additional information: https://www.usaid.gov/work-usaid/personal-service-contracts-ombudsman.

The PSC Ombudsman may be contacted via: PSCOmbudsman@usaid.gov.

6. FAR Provisions Incorporated by Reference

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The U.S. Mission in Ethiopia provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. USAID/Ethiopia also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations.

The EEO complaint procedure is available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation. Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.