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 within the Bureau for Legislative and Public Affairs (LPA), at the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID).

Duties

Develops and implements plans designed to enhance relationships with USAID stakeholders using the Web, social media, and other channels, including video, to increase effectiveness in communicating program goals, priorities, and area(s) of concern. Assists the Director and Deputy Director of Public Engagement, AA/LPA and the DAA/LPA with broad strategies and specific outreach plans designed to strengthen the exchange of information between USAID and the targeted audiences. Develops and implements public engagement plans supporting many "proactive" external affairs activities such as strategic planning; event pitching, and planning. Provide advice, guidance, and support bureaus as they develop and plan engagements. Recommends approaches, specific topics, or aspects to be emphasized, and key target audiences. Identifies potential risks in stakeholder outreach or event management. Serves as an advisor to senior staff with management on external communications. Develops and coordinates the Agency's participation in and/or initiation of events, conferences, discussions designed to educate and engage audiences about USAID’s activities and priorities. Develops complete concept notes, event memos, and fact sheets on own initiative. Prepares talking points, action memos and briefing documents for public engagements.

Requirements

• United States Citizenship is required.
• Relevant experience (see Qualifications below).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
• Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer is required.
• If you have no prior Federal experience or are selected under Delegated Examining procedures, you will be required to serve a one-year probationary period.
• If you select to be considered under Merit Promotion requirements, you must meet the Time-in-Grade requirements before the closing date of this vacancy announcement.
• These are Testing Designated Positions (TDP's) under the Agency's approved Drug-Free Work Place Program. All applicants selected for this position will be subject to random drug testing once they begin working for the Agency.

Qualifications

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) Experience working with advocacy and development organizations; b) Experience with developing and managing events; and c) Experience providing input on broad strategies and specific outreach plans designed to strengthen the exchange of information between organizations and the targeted audiences. GS-13: You must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-12 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) Experience working with advocacy and development organizations; b) Experience with developing and managing events; and c) Experience providing input on broad strategies and specific outreach plans designed to strengthen the exchange of information between organizations and the targeted audiences. 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 applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities that clearly exceed the position's minimum requirements. In addition, 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 to the Silver Category or higher Category; 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. Therefore, selecting officials will document the job-related reason(s) for qualification determinations without selective and quality ranking factors.

Education

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

Contacts

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