Program Officer (Congressional Advisor) - Deadline Extension (U.S. Citizens only)

Agency: U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Organization: Bureau for Global Health (GH) Location of Position: Washington, DC Telework/Remote Eligibility: Routine telework. The position requires an in-office presence in Washington, DC three days a week. Open Period: January 31, 2024 – February 21, 2024 (Deadline Extended) Appointment Type: This is an excepted service, time-limited appointment, not-to-exceed five years; may be considered for two two-year extensions depending on the needs of the service. Salary: $132,860 – $191,900 per year Number of Vacancies: One

Description of Organization: The Bureau for Legislative and Public Affairs (LPA) is responsible for managing USAID's overall coordination of legislative and public affairs matters for the Agency. LPA’s Office of Legislative Affairs (LPA/LEG) maintains continuous and close liaison with members of Congress, personal, and committee staff to proactively inform them about USAID programs and policies. This position will support LPA/LEG with its work involving GH. GH supports health programs in partner countries, advances research and innovation in areas relevant to overall Agency health objectives, and transfers new technologies through its own programmatic work, coordination with other donors, and a portfolio of grants.

Duties and Responsibilities: The incumbent will serve as the GH Congressional Liaison Officer (CLO). The CLO negotiates USAID legislative issues with members of Congress, committees, and staff. The incumbent coordinates the preparation of testimony for Congressional legislative hearings in consultation with Bureau and Office colleagues as primary points of contact with relevant interagency and Congressional offices.

As the Congressional Liaison Officer, you will:

• Develop and recommend Congressional outreach efforts to promote USAID’s Mission, as appropriate;
• Respond to Congressional inquiries on issues of a general or policy nature, requiring familiarity with the Administrator and the Assistant Administrator of LPA (AA/LPA) positions; and
• Attend hearings and prepare written reports identifying, analyzing, and summarizing key issues.

Specialized Experience: For the Program Officer (Congressional Advisor), FL-0343-02, you must possess one year of specialized experience at the FL-03 (GS-13) grade level or equivalent. Specialized experience is defined as:

• Providing guidance, defending proposals, and engaging Congress on legislative initiatives;
• Coordinating testimony, briefing materials, and written and/or oral communications relating to the development of legislative initiatives to Congress; and
• Applying theories and principles of U.S. foreign policy as they relate to the legislative process.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to exercise tact and discretion in all interactions with Congressional staff and members;
• Ability to coordinate the preparation of testimony for Congressional hearings;
• Knowledge of Congressional/Legislative position on issues impacting global health programs; and
• Knowledge of established policies and procedures in the planning, coordination, and implementation of programs and activities for understanding and representing Congressional relations.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be a U.S. citizen;
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance; and
• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree (BA or BS), Master’s Degree (MA), or Doctorate Degree (PhD) with the following years of work experience:
  • BA/BS: nine years of work experience,
  • MA: seven years of work experience, or
  • PhD: six years of work experience.

Required Documents:

• A cover letter expressing interest and clearly addressing the stated requirements for the position;
• A resume/CV that must include month, year, and the number of hours worked per week for each position listed; and
• Candidates must indicate citizenship on their application. If citizenship is not stated, the application will not be considered.

Other Applicable Documents:

• Applicants claiming Veterans Preference must submit all appropriate documentation (DD-214, Service Disability Letter, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, etc.); and
• Applicants serving as a current/former political appointee must submit all appropriate documentation (SF-50s, appointment letter, etc.).

Please submit your application package to Scott Logan at sclogan@usaid.gov with the subject line: “FSL APPLICATION PACKAGE: CONGRESSIONAL ADVISOR (CLO), FL-02, LPA/LEG - FL194.” Application submissions are required by 11:59 p.m. EST, February 21, 2024. Incomplete packages or packages not submitted by the deadline with the specified subject line will not receive consideration.

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.

• EEO Policy Statement
• Reasonable Accommodation Policy
• Foreign Service Salaries - Careers (state.gov)
• Healthcare & Benefits Insurance - OPM.gov

Any questions concerning this notice may be directed to:

-- Scott Logan, LPA/LEG, (202) 615-3785, sclogan@usaid.gov