These job openings are in the Bureau for Management, Office of Acquisition and Assistance (M/OAA) in the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID).
The Office of Acquisition and Assistance (M/OAA) enables USAID's mission by creating, awarding and administering the Agency's financial assistance through grants, cooperative agreements, contracts and other mechanisms.
Summary
These job openings are in the Bureau for Management, Office of Acquisition and Assistance (M/OAA) in the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID).
The Office of Acquisition and Assistance (M/OAA) enables USAID's mission by creating, awarding and administering the Agency's financial assistance through grants, cooperative agreements, contracts and other mechanisms.
Perform a full range of complex procurement activities for contracts, grants, and cooperative agreements in support of USAID's Bureau for Global Health (GH).
Perform a full range of complex procurement activities for contracts, grants, and cooperative agreements in support of USAID's Bureau for Conflict Prevention and Stabilization/Office of Transition Initiatives (CPS/OTI)'s programs worldwide.
Manage procurement planning activities such as preparing and maintaining current acquisition plans, appropriate milestone charts, and related schedules.
Participate in strategy and planning phases, evaluation of offers, negotiations, contract award, and contract administration.
Negotiate procurement of products and services under a variety of contract/assistance mechanism such as preparing and maintaining current acquisition plans, appropriate milestone charts, and related schedules.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
You may be required to serve a two-year probationary period if selected.
Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer is required
These are Testing Designated Positions under the Agency's approved Drug Free Workplace Program. All applicants selected for this position will be subject to random drug testing once they begin working for the Agency.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance. The security clearance level requirement for this position may vary based on the nature and responsibilities of the job.
Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
The first step in the evaluation process requires meeting Basic Requirements, Specialized Experience, and Selective Placement Factor stated below. Please refer to the "How You Will Be Evaluated" section for further details. Ensure that all relevant experience is clearly stated in your resume and unofficial transcripts are submitted to verify your education level.
Basic Requirement GS-9 / GS-11 / GS-12:
A) A 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with a major in any field;
OR
B) At least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management.
Basic Requirement GS-13:
A) Completion of all mandatory training prescribed by the head of the agency for progression to GS-13 or higher level contracting positions, including at least 4-years experience in contracting or related positions. At least 1 year of that experience must have been specialized experience at or equivalent to work at the next lower level of the position, and must have provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the work of the position.
AND
B) A 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree, that included or was supplemented by at least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management.
C) Exceptions: Employees in GS-1102 positions will be considered to have met the standard for positions they occupy on January 1, 2000. This also applies to positions at the same grade in the same agency or other agencies if the specialized experience requirements are met. However, they will have to meet the basic requirements and specialized experience requirements in order to qualify for promotion to a higher grade, unless granted a waiver under Paragraph D.
D) Waiver: When filling a specific vacant position, the senior procurement executive of the selecting agency, at his or her discretion, may waive any or all of the requirements of Paragraphs A and B above if the senior procurement executive certifies that the applicant possesses significant potential for advancement to levels of greater responsibility and authority, based on demonstrated analytical and decision making capabilities, job performance, and qualifying experience. With respect to each waiver granted under this Paragraph D, the senior procurement executive must document for the record the basis of the waiver. If an individual is placed in a position in an agency on the basis of a waiver, the agency may later reassign that individual to another position at the same grade within that agency without additional waiver action.
Specialized Experience:
GS-13: You need at least one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service. Specialized experience refers to full-time work, while part-time roles are considered on a prorated basis. Qualifying specialized experience includes: a) leading a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP),a competitive Request for Application (RFA)/Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), or an equivalent/similar process; b) participating in strategy and planning phases, evaluation of offers, negotiations, contract award, and contract administration; and c) providing expert procurement advice to senior officials on all acquisition matters, ensuring actions are executed in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, accounting standards, pricing practices and current business methods.
GS-12: You need at least one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal service. Specialized experience refers to full-time work, while part-time roles are considered on a prorated basis. Qualifying specialized experience includes: (a) awarding and administering a variety of contract types using acquisition regulations; (b) analyzing and evaluating cost and pricing data for proposed and ongoing procurements; and (c) leading a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP), a competitive Request for Application (RFA)/Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), or an equivalent/similar process.
GS-11: You need at least one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-09 level in the Federal service. Specialized experience refers to full-time work, while part-time roles are considered on a prorated basis. Qualifying specialized experience includes: (a) leading a new award from solicitation through completion; (b) conducting relevant research and analysis to correctly apply regulations and policies; (c) analyzing and evaluating cost and pricing data for proposed and ongoing procurements
OR
Education GS-11 : Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position.
Combination of Education and Experience GS-11 : A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages.You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:
Please note that qualifying specialized work experience may have been gained through a variety of activities, including residence, study, teaching, business or commercial activities, military service, newspaper work, military or civil government activities, missionary or international relief work, or other foreign work experience. Make sure to document your experience thoroughly in your resume.
GS-09: You need at least one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-07 level in the Federal service. Specialized experience refers to full-time work, while part-time roles are considered on a prorated basis. Qualifying specialized experience includes:Completing administrative modifications, incremental funding, or COR letters
Education GS-09 : 2 full academic years of progressively higher level graduate education or masters or equivalent graduate degree .
Combination of Education and Experience GS-11 : A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages.You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:
Please note that qualifying specialized work experience may have been gained through a variety of activities, including residence, study, teaching, business or commercial activities, military service, newspaper work, military or civil government activities, missionary or international relief work, or other foreign work experience. Make sure to document your experience thoroughly in your resume.
Education
Review the above Basic Requirements section of this vacancy announcement for education requirements. This position has a minimum education requirement; therefore, unofficial transcripts are required at the point of application submission. An official transcript will be required if you are selected for the position.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
If you have received your education at a foreign college or university, you may use it to meet the education requirements as long as you can demonstrate that the foreign education is similar to that you would have received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. You must provide such evidence with your application. Find a list of accredited organizations recognized for interpreting foreign education credentials at www.naces.org/members.php.
Experience includes both paid and unpaid activities, such as volunteer work through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work provides training and experience that can translate directly to paid employment. Qualifying experience, including volunteer experience, that aligns with the duties of this position will be considered.
Additional information
USAID is an independent agency that provides foreign policy guidance to the Secretary of State. With headquarters in the District of Columbia, we operate in more than 100 countries worldwide to help support and promote U.S. foreign policy interests. USAID's mission is to help vulnerable populations worldwide by providing aid when crises occur, rights are repressed, and hunger, disease, and poverty limit opportunities. We maintain a commitment to providing a safe and respectful workplace, free from sexual misconduct, harassment, exploitation, and abuse.
For more information about USAID, you can visit our website at http://www.usaid.gov.
If you want to know more about human trafficking or ways to address it, visit http://www.state.gov/g/tip.
Please note that the security clearance level requirement for this position may vary based on the nature and responsibilities of the job. Applicants will be informed about the required security clearance level prior to the interview being scheduled. Some positions may require a Top Secret security clearance, specifically those which require significant time spent overseas.
Equal Employment Opportunity: USAID is an equal opportunity employer, providing reasonable accommodations for applicants or employees with disabilities. For help with reasonable accommodations, please contact the Reasonable Accommodation Division in the Office of Civil Rights at reasonableaccommodations@usaid.gov.
Reasonable Accommodation Policy: USAID is committed to equal employment opportunity; therefore, reasonable accommodations are available to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need an accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Reasonable Accommodation Division in the Office of Civil Rights at reasonableaccommodations@usaid.gov. Reasonable accommodation decisions are made on a case-by-case basis. To learn more about the Reasonable Accommodation Division, please visit our website at: https://www.usaid.gov/careers/reasonableaccommodations.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
At USAID, we have implemented a two-phase evaluation process to ensure fair and transparent assessment of all applicants.
During the first phase, our team of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) will carefully review each applicant's resume to determine if they meet the minimum requirements for the position. The first five pages of the resume will be given special attention to evaluate qualifications and competitiveness. Only those applicants who satisfy the specialized experience requirements will proceed to the second phase. Please note that copying and pasting specialized experience statements in the resume will result in disqualification.
During the second phase of the recruitment process, all applicants will be evaluated based on their responses to assessment questions submitted with their application. The responses will be used to rank the applicants and determine which ones will be invited for an interview with a hiring manager and their panel. Our goal is to ensure that the evaluation process is transparent, objective, and fair to all applicants. Once the ranking is completed, an HR specialist will refer all qualified candidates to the hiring manager in order of their rank for them to consider.
In the second phase of the evaluation, the following competencies will be assessed:
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
To apply for this position, you need to prepare a complete Application Package including:
Resume: Your resume should detail your name, dates of employment (month/year), hours worked per week, and duties performed. Review "What should I include in my federal resume?" for guidance on developing an outstanding federal resume.
Supporting Documents: Your application package must include:
Cover Letter (optional)
Veterans Preference Documentation (if applicable)
Schedule A Eligibility Letter (if you are applying as a Schedule A candidate)
Educational Transcripts, official or unofficial (if you are relying on education to meet qualification requirements).
Agencies must obtain prior approval from OPM for current or recent political appointees to be appointed to competitive or non-political excepted service positions at any level under title 5, United States Code. If you have served as a Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employee in the executive branch within the last five years, you must disclose it to the Human Resources Office and submit an SF-50 if you are currently or were formerly a political appointee.
In order to qualify for this position, you must submit all required documents at the time of your application.Failing to do so will result in an incomplete application and disqualify you from being considered. To ensure you receive full consideration, please submit all needed documents along with your application.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
1. Familiarize yourself with the requirements and qualifications listed in the vacancy announcement.
Read the entire announcement carefully to ensure you understand the position's duties, responsibilities, and requirements.
Make sure you meet the qualifications listed before applying.
2. Prepare your resume and supporting documents to showcase your qualifications.
Tailor your resume to the position and highlight relevant experience and skills.
Include any supporting documents required, such as transcripts, certifications, or references.
3. Return to this vacancy announcement and click on the "Apply" button.
This will take you to the application portal.
4. Sign in to your existing Login.gov account or create a new one if needed.
Follow the prompts to create an account or sign in to an existing one.
5. Upload your resume and supporting documents, answer any required eligibility and qualification questions, and then click "Continue to Agency Site."
Make sure all required documents are uploaded and any questions are answered accurately and truthfully.
6. Review biographic information, complete a few short questions, and attach documents to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Double-check all information and documents to ensure they are correct and complete.
7. Click the "Submit Application" button to finalize your submission.
Once you submit your application, you will receive a confirmation message.
Applications and supporting documents must be submitted electronically and received by 11:59 pm (EST) on the closing date of the announcement. If you have difficulty submitting your application online, please contact the Human Resources Help Desk at least two business days before the closing date of the announcement. Our office will provide an alternative application method upon approval of the hardship notification. Please note that any requests to apply via alternative plans after the closing date will not be granted.
Bureau for Management
1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, DC 20523
US
Next steps
Thank you for submitting your application for the open positions.
Note that due to the large volume of applications we receive, only candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are highly qualified will be contacted. We appreciate your interest in this position and thank you for considering a career with us.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
To apply for this position, you need to prepare a complete Application Package including:
Resume: Your resume should detail your name, dates of employment (month/year), hours worked per week, and duties performed. Review "What should I include in my federal resume?" for guidance on developing an outstanding federal resume.
Supporting Documents: Your application package must include:
Cover Letter (optional)
Veterans Preference Documentation (if applicable)
Schedule A Eligibility Letter (if you are applying as a Schedule A candidate)
Educational Transcripts, official or unofficial (if you are relying on education to meet qualification requirements).
Agencies must obtain prior approval from OPM for current or recent political appointees to be appointed to competitive or non-political excepted service positions at any level under title 5, United States Code. If you have served as a Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employee in the executive branch within the last five years, you must disclose it to the Human Resources Office and submit an SF-50 if you are currently or were formerly a political appointee.
In order to qualify for this position, you must submit all required documents at the time of your application.Failing to do so will result in an incomplete application and disqualify you from being considered. To ensure you receive full consideration, please submit all needed documents along with your application.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
1. Familiarize yourself with the requirements and qualifications listed in the vacancy announcement.
Read the entire announcement carefully to ensure you understand the position's duties, responsibilities, and requirements.
Make sure you meet the qualifications listed before applying.
2. Prepare your resume and supporting documents to showcase your qualifications.
Tailor your resume to the position and highlight relevant experience and skills.
Include any supporting documents required, such as transcripts, certifications, or references.
3. Return to this vacancy announcement and click on the "Apply" button.
This will take you to the application portal.
4. Sign in to your existing Login.gov account or create a new one if needed.
Follow the prompts to create an account or sign in to an existing one.
5. Upload your resume and supporting documents, answer any required eligibility and qualification questions, and then click "Continue to Agency Site."
Make sure all required documents are uploaded and any questions are answered accurately and truthfully.
6. Review biographic information, complete a few short questions, and attach documents to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Double-check all information and documents to ensure they are correct and complete.
7. Click the "Submit Application" button to finalize your submission.
Once you submit your application, you will receive a confirmation message.
Applications and supporting documents must be submitted electronically and received by 11:59 pm (EST) on the closing date of the announcement. If you have difficulty submitting your application online, please contact the Human Resources Help Desk at least two business days before the closing date of the announcement. Our office will provide an alternative application method upon approval of the hardship notification. Please note that any requests to apply via alternative plans after the closing date will not be granted.
Bureau for Management
1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, DC 20523
US
Next steps
Thank you for submitting your application for the open positions.
Note that due to the large volume of applications we receive, only candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are highly qualified will be contacted. We appreciate your interest in this position and thank you for considering a career with us.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
