You are encouraged to read the entire announcement before you submit your application package. Your application may not receive full consideration if you do not follow the instructions as outlined. This position is located in the Washington, DC Commuting Area, in the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave, NW, Washington, DC, within the Bureau for Inclusive Growth, Partnerships and Innovation (IPI), at the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID).

Duties

Coordinating and supporting USAID research creation and utilization, and encouraging research best practices through a variety of channels, including coordination of the USAID Research and Development Council. Providing technical assistance to the Agency on setting and carrying out research priorities that support the establishment, implementation, and evaluation of development objectives. Analyzing complex research-related and scientific integrity policies and strategies to make plans for, and provide guidance for, Agency-wide application. Directing and overseeing the mandatory collection, reporting, and analysis of data relating to the Agency's investments in research to ensure accurate reporting and compliance. Informing stakeholders of changes in U.S. Government and Agency operations related to research and science policy, interfacing with other government agencies, and conducting leadership briefings on research policy and related issues. Adapting leadership style to a variety of situations through expert communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to effectively manage sub-team activities, set and track priorities, and resolve conflicts when they arise.

Requirements

• United States Citizenship is required.
• Relevant experience (see Qualifications below).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security clearance.
• Time in grade must be met by the closing date of the vacancy announcement.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
• You may be required to serve a one year probationary period.

Qualifications

ALL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS MUST BE MET BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. Your resume must include detailed information as it relates to the responsibilities and specialized experience for this position. Evidence of copying and pasting directly from the vacancy announcement without clearly documenting supplemental information to describe your experience will result in an ineligible rating. This will prevent you from receiving further consideration. Specialized Experience:GS-14: You must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-13 level in the Federal service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. Examples of qualifying specialized experience at the next lower level for this position includes: a) Managing international science policy efforts to integrate research into organizational activities; b) Providing technical assistance on setting, implementing, and ensuring the integrity of research practices and policies; c) Coordinating collaborative and cross-sectoral efforts to link research findings to organizational programming, practices, or policies; AND d) Tracking data to contribute to reports and ensure compliance with mandatory reporting requirements. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience relevant to the position's duties to be filled, including volunteer experience. CTAP/ICTAP candidates will be referred to the selecting official if they are found well qualified. Well-qualified means an eligible employee who possesses the knowledge, skills, and abilities that clearly exceed the position's minimum requirements. A well-qualified employee must meet the qualification and eligibility requirements of the position, including any medical qualifications, suitability, and minimum education and experience requirements, meet all selective factors (where applicable); meet quality ranking factors and are assigned a score of 85 or higher; be physically qualified with reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position; meet any special qualifying U.S. OPM-approved conditions; AND be able to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry without additional training. A well-qualified candidate will not necessarily meet the definition of highly or best qualified when evaluated against other candidates who apply for a particular position. Selecting officials will document the job-related reason(s) for qualification determinations in the absence of selective and quality ranking factors.

Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement. Therefore, no transcripts are required.

Contacts

• Address Bureau for Development, Democracy, and Innovation 1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW Washington, DC 20523 US
• Name: USAID HR Help Desk
• Phone: 202-712-1234 X2
• Email: [email protected]