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USAID Development Assistance Specialist (Economic Growth)

Overview

Hiring Path: • Open to the public

Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:

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*  All Interested candidates
(Libyan citizens and residents with valid work permit at the time of application to work in Libya)

Security Clearance Required:

Public Trust – Background Investigation

Appointment Type

Permanent

Appointment Type Details:

Subject to successful Probationary period.

Marketing Statement:

USAID is an independent Federal Government agency that receives overall foreign policy guidance from the Secretary of State. With headquarters in Washington, D.C., USAID fosters transformational development around the world. Our work supports economic growth and trade; agriculture and the environment; education and training; democracy and governance; global health; global partnerships and humanitarian assistance. We operate in the following regions of the world: Afghanistan and Pakistan, Africa (all of Africa), Asia, Europe and Eurasia, Latin America and the Caribbean and the Middle East.

For more information about USAID, visit http://www.usaid.gov

Summary:

The USAID Development Assistance Specialist is responsible for implementing selected portions of the USAID and USG program in Libya, with responsibility for providing COR/AOR oversight and management, implementation, and direction to assigned implementing partners (IPs), with emphasis in the area of economic growth that are consistent with USAID and USG objectives in Libya and the region.

 

Supervisory Position:

No

Relocation Expenses Reimbursed:

No

Travel Required:

Occasional Travel

Occasional local and international travel

The Development Assistance Specialist serves as COR/AOR (or like a COR/AOR for centrally managed programs/projects/activities), and is responsible for management, implementation, evaluation, and monitoring of assigned aspects of the USAID/Libya program/project/activity portfolio. The Specialist advises Mission Director and others on local matters of importance to the USAID and USG program and on monitoring activities, and provides management oversight of Implementing Partners implementing Mission programs/projects/activities. The programs/projects/activities managed represent a major component of the USAID and USG portfolio in Libya, and a critical component of the overall USAID and USG strategy for transition in Libya. The Specialist is instrumental in the achievement of overall objectives; the work requires the Specialist to remain current on economic, political, and social trends in the Host Government, and to analyze those trends in relation to their impact on the USAID and USG program.

b. Data Collection and Analysis – 30%

The Development Assistance Specialist monitors and reports on developments in Libya, especially those that impact the ability to successfully plan and activities, particularly in economic growth. The Specialist monitors, analyzes, and reports on relevant aspects of Host-Government policy, law, and regulation, and on related development issues. Based on an in-depth understanding of USG policy and program objectives and priorities, the Specialist prepares technical and policy analyses, evaluates development issues, and provides input to USG programs/projects/activities. The Specialist summarizes information and conclusions in written and oral form for presentation to senior USG, and other, decision makers, and for incorporation into other USAID and USG documents, as appropriate; organizes field trips, conferences, and seminars to ensure maximum exposure to emerging trends and various points of view, and for monitoring development activities, providing translation as needed; prepares written reports that reflect a sound understanding of assigned areas of responsibility, and that clearly document that a wide variety of sources and points of view have been consulted in undertaking analyses, and in drawing conclusions; and, prepares oral and written briefings for the Director, the Ambassador, and others, on request.

c. Performance Monitoring – 15%

The Development Assistance Specialist ensures that performance-monitoring systems are in place, and that periodic, reliable measures and indicators of portfolio impact are established. The Specialist collects and monitors performance data on an ongoing basis, and prepares reports of program/project/activity progress for use within the Libya External Office, USAID/Libya, and USAID/Washington; assesses progress in achieving outputs and results for managed programs/projects/activities, and evaluates and assesses the portfolio as needed; and, continually strives to enhance the achievement of results by periodically reviewing the development context, results indicators, and implementation progress, identifying problem areas and suggesting solutions.

d. Development Outreach – 15%

The Development Assistance Specialist works in collaboration with Implementing Partners, the Public Affairs Section of the Embassy (Libya External Office), and with Mission staff to organize and coordinate public events related to USAID programs/projects/activities; to prepare press releases and background information; and, to draft speeches for the USAID and Embassy personnel. The Specialist participates in the development of programmatic public relations and briefing materials, including brochures, Activity Fact Sheets, success stories, etc.; and takes the lead in drafting ad hoc reports, documents, and analyses of USAID programs/projects/activities for internal and external audiences. The Specialist may be assigned to update assigned portions of the Mission website and approved social media sites; and, maintains contact with other donor representatives, and with other USG agencies to collect information for reports.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: The complete Solicitation may be obtained on our website; https://www.usaid.gov/libya/vacancy-announcements

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

Physical Demands:

The work requested does not involve undue physical demands.

 Post Entry Training:

Familiarization training in USAID-specific procedures, regulations, and methods, and orientation to working from a donor-Agency perspective, etc., will be provided. Formal COR/AOR certification courses are required for successful performance in the position and will be provided. Training to maintain professional capability in the field, and other courses offered for professional USAID staff, as appropriate, and courses, seminars, conferences, and other activities in fields related to the function and needed to maintain and update professional qualifications may be provided as they become available, and subject to availability of funds

Education Requirements:

Education:

Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree, or the local equivalent, fields related to economics, private sector development, public administration, international relations is required.

Evaluations:

The Government may award a contract without discussions with offerors 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 offerors 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 offerors 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.

1. 1. Education (10 points)

1. 1. Prior Work Experience (20 points)

1. 1. Language skills (10 points)

1. 1. Knowledge (30 points)

1. 1. Skills & Abilities (30 points)

1. 1. Reference Verification: (Pass/Fail)

The successful candidate(s) will be selected based upon the following:

1. 1. a preliminary review of the applicant’s submitted application package (which includes Cover Letter & CV) to establish that minimum educational and experience requirements are met; and

1. 1. written test related to position knowledge and skills, to include language test,

1. 1. a personal or telephone interview; and

1. 1. reference checks.

• • USAID/MERP, Frankfurt’s Human Resources Section will perform the preliminary review (Step 1 above) to eliminate those applications that do not meet the minimum educational and written language requirements before forwarding the rest to the Technical Evaluation Committee (TEC) for further review and assessment.

• • The Technical Evaluation Committee will review each of the forwarded applications against the established evaluation criteria to develop a shortlist of applicants. Applicants will be contacted for written tests (Step 2) and interviews. Based on the results of the tests, however, an applicant otherwise identified for interview could be dropped from the interview list.

• • Following the interview (Step 3) during which the applicant will be evaluated against the established criteria, the TEC will make a preliminary determination of candidates to be considered for employment and forward that list to MERP HR. HR will conduct and document the reference checks (Step 4) prior to advising the TEC of the results of these checks. Please note that references may be solicited from current as well as former supervisors in addition to the references you provide in your application package. References will only be solicited for those interviewed applicants who are being considered for ranking.

• • Based on this final input, the TEC will make its final decision on which candidates to rank order, prepare a Selection Memo for the review and approval of the Contracting Officer, after which an offer of employment will be made to the successful candidate(s).

• • Unsuccessful candidates who were interviewed will be contacted and advised of their non-selection.

Applications that do not meet the required minimum qualifications & education will not be scored. Candidates meeting the required qualifications for the position will be evaluated based on information presented in the application. USAID reserves the right to conduct interviews with the top ranked short-listed candidates. If the interview is conducted, the interview will be one of the determining factors in the final selection.

Qualifications:

Experience:

Five years of progressively responsible, professional-level experience related to economic growth is required. At least two years of experience in development work, or related fields, for USG, other donor agencies, Host-Country organizations, or private-sector institutions and which included project design, performance monitoring, activity management and/or the analysis and interpretation of large amounts of data.

Job Knowledge:

In-depth professional-level knowledge of development principles, concepts, and practices, especially as they relate to the assignment and to development programs in the Host Country and the region is required. Knowledge and understanding of the economic, political, social, and cultural characteristics of Libya; and, the economic development problems, resources and resource constraints, and development prospects and priorities of Libya and the region. The Specialist must have a good knowledge, or the potential to quickly acquire such knowledge, of USG legislation, policy, and practice relating to development assistance; USG programming policies, regulations, procedures, and documentation; and, of the objectives, methodology, and status of assigned activities. Knowledge and understanding of the organization and respective roles of the different branches in the GoL, in order to enhance effective communication, and to develop consensus on program/project/activity strategy and implementation plans; an in-depth knowledge of GoL institutions, policy directions, objectives, and priorities relating to USAID and USG activities; and, a sound knowledge of political, economic, social, and cultural characteristics and developments in Libya is required.

Skills:

The ability to plan, organize, manage, and evaluate programs/projects/activities. Verbal communication skills, tact, and diplomacy are required to establish and develop sustainable working relations and a high level of trust with senior- and middle-level GoL officials, and with public and private organizations, such as USG’s primary technical contacts in the development area. Verbal communication skills are also used to explain and interpret Host-Country attitudes, priorities, and concerns to USAID and other USG officials, and to negotiate program/project/activity plans and to resolve project implementation issues with appropriate Host-Country organizations, technical advisors, IPs, counterparts, and peers. Writing skills are required to prepare regular and ad hoc reports, program/project/activity documentation, and briefing papers. Analytical ability is necessary in order to interpret public policies, and to assist in the development of revised policies, as required; and, to develop and monitor the performance of budgets, and the development of periodic work plans. Skill in program/project/activity programming, policies, and planning, and in developing strategies for implementation. The ability to work effectively in a team environment, and to achieve consensus on policy, project, and administrative matters is required. Good computer skills are required in order to manage activity goals and achievements, both technical and financial.

Language:

Level IV (fluent) English language proficiency, speaking and writing, as well as written and spoken Arabic proficiency, is required.

How to Apply

How to Apply:

Eligible applicants are required to complete this on-line application process and submit any applicable required documents by [e.g., 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET)] on the closing date of this announcement.

If applying on-line poses an extreme hardship, you must contact the human resources office no later than [e.g., two, three, etc.] business days prior to the closing date of this vacancy announcement. An alternative application method will be provided upon approval of the hardship notification. After this time, requests to apply via alternative methods will not be granted.

Please note that all required documents must be received by the closing date, via online or alternative methods, and that we will determine your eligibility and qualifications based solely on the material received by the closing date.

** Applicants who had applied for this position previously, need not apply again. Thank you.

Required Documents:

• • Cover Letter (Upload where you see Other document)

• • Current CV/Resume (Upload where you see Other Document 2)

• • List of 3 References along with email addresses

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Next Steps:

Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email.
For further information – the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office.
Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Tripoli, Libya.