Foreign Service Limited Opportunity: Program Officer, Bureau for Inclusive Growth, Partnerships, and Innovation, Local, Faith, and Transformative Partnerships Hub (IPI/LFT) - FL-0343-02 (U.S

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• Agency: U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)
• Organization: Bureau for Inclusive Growth, Partnerships, and Innovation, Local, Faith, and Transformative Partnerships Hub (IPI/LFT)
• Open Period: June 13, 2024 – June 27, 2024
• Position Title/Series/Grade: Program Officer, FL-0343-02
• Location of Position: Washington, DC
• Remote/Telework: Telework four days per pay period (two days per week). The position is not remote eligible.
• Appointment Type: This is an excepted service, time-limited appointment that is not to exceed one year and five months with the potential for two two-year extensions.
• Salary: USD $132,860 – $191,900 per year
• Number of Vacancies: One

Description of Organization: IPI integrates technical expertise with values-driven, cross-cutting priorities and modern approaches to the way USAID performs its work. It provides client-centered technical services to USAID’s Missions worldwide; supports programming to innovate, learn, and address emerging issues; and provides technical leadership within the Agency and externally to enhance development impact. LFT facilitates consistent engagement and deeper partnerships between USAID and strategic partners who together advance the Agency’s objective of self-reliance. The functions of IPI and its hubs are described in ADS Chapter 101, Agency Programs and Functions.

Description of Position: The incumbent will serve as the Program Officer supporting program, communications, and knowledge management functions for the Cooperative Development Program (CDP) within the Cooperative Development Initiative. The Program Officer will serve as the Agreement Officer's Representative (AOR) for Cooperative Development Program awards.

As the Program Officer, you will:

• Work in partnership with U.S.-based organizations, USAID Missions, and other USAID Operating Units with an emphasis on program management, knowledge transfer, and skill building;
• Create and disseminate internal and external communication materials and promote events in coordination with communications staff; and
• Interpret policy, laws, regulations, and complex program requirements, identifying problem areas, and disseminating guidance.

Qualifications: To qualify for the position of Program Officer, FL-0343-02, you must possess the required specialized experience specific to the series and grade you are applying to.

Specialized Experience: For the FL-02, you must have one year of specialized experience at the FL-03 (GS-13) grade level or equivalent. Specialized experience is defined as:

• Supporting an AOR for development assistance awards;
• Providing programmatic support to internal and external stakeholders to adopt and implement cooperative development activities; and
• Supporting teams that manage the programmatic and development activities for an agency or organization.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be a U.S. citizen, and
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Interested candidates must submit the following:

• Cover Letter: A short written statement of interest;
• Resume/CV: Candidates must include the months, years, and the number of hours worked per week for each position listed;
• Veteran’s Preference: Applicants claiming Veteran's Preference must submit all appropriate documentation (DD-214, Service Disability Letter, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, etc.); and
• Political Appointee: Applicants serving as a current/former political appointee must submit all appropriate documentation (SF-50s, appointment letter, etc.).

Please submit your application package to ipiFSLJobs@usaid.gov with the subject line: “FSL APPLICATION PACKAGE: Program Officer, FSL-02, IPI/LFT, Announcement Number: IPI_450/32744.” Application submissions are required by 11:59 p.m. EDT, June 27, 2024. Packages not submitted 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) Commitment USAID 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

Any questions concerning this notice may be directed to:

-- Raymond Jennings, IPI/LFT, (571) 228-1984, rjennings@usaid.gov

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