PNG_Country_Coordinator_Solicitation.pdf

Solicitation Number: 72049219R00007 USAID Country Coordinator PNG

ATTACHMENT 1

I. GENERAL INFORMATION

1. SOLICITATION NO.: 72049219R00007

2. ISSUANCE DATE: June 14, 2019

3. CLOSING DATE AND TIME FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS:

July 14, 2019, 9:00 AM (PH time)

4. POINT OF CONTACT: Tom Bayer, Contracting Officer at tbayer@usaid.gov and Weng

Salud, Human Resources Assistant at rsalud@usaid.gov

5. POSITION TITLE: USAID Country Coordinator for Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and Vanuatu

6. MARKET VALUE: $105,123 - $136,659 equivalent to GS-15; Final compensation will be negotiated within the listed market value.

7. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: One-year base with four one-year options. The option years may be exercised depending on the need for the continuation of such services, availability of funds, and satisfactory performance.

8. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Papua New Guinea, with possible travel as stated in the

Statement of Duties.

9. ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS: U.S. Citizen

10. SECURITY LEVEL REQUIRED: Secret Clearance

11. STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Basic Function of the Position

The Country Coordinator will provide overall management, communications, and program support to the Agency’s office in Papua New Guinea (PNG). While reporting to the Deputy Mission Director II in Manila, the Country Coordinator will play a key role in advising the U.S.

Ambassador to Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and Vanuatu on all development issues (including the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief or PEPFAR) in PNG, the Solomon Islands and Vanuatu and will supervise all USAID Foreign Service National staff in PNG on the implementation of the USAID programs. The Country Coordinator will ensure timely obligation and implementation of regional and bilateral development assistance funding in support of the Indo-Pacific Strategy and USAID’s Journey to Self-Reliance Framework, and will serve as the USAID principal officer and representative to all external stakeholders in Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and Vanuatu. The Country Coordinator will particularly focus on mailto:tbayer@usaid.gov mailto:rsalud@usaid.gov communications between USAID/Philippines and the U.S. Embassy in Port Moresby. S/he will also be responsible for the annual reporting of project and budget documents, such as the annual portfolio review, the Performance Plan and Report, Operational Plan, Congressional Budget Justification, and others, required and requested by USAID/Philippines.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Specifically, the Country Coordinator will undertake the following tasks:

a) Serve as the Alternate Assistance Officer’s Representative (A/AOR) or, as necessary, the

Assistance Officer’s Representative (AOR) for USAID projects in PNG, the Solomon Islands and Vanuatu, which will require obtaining and maintaining appropriate certification. This involves providing effective quality control and technical oversight, while also ensuring adherence to USAID policies and procedures. This will entail significant involvement in overseeing USAID/ program/s, reviewing work plans, engaging with various development partners, providing guidance to local staff regarding project implementation, advising implementing partners, drafting correspondence, recommending strategic and tactical adjustments, and assuring the achievement of program results.

b) Lead the preparation of significant program and project documentation, including program descriptions and statements of work, procurement plans, budgets, obligation schedules, procurement requisitions, Washington reports, and other materials, as required.

c) Establish and maintain an effective program monitoring system. This will entail assessing and making recommendations for ongoing program performance, in part through site visits, as well as through regular discussions and consultations with staff, partners, and counterparts. The incumbent may also be required to procure and implement external evaluation of programs.

d) Serve as the “development advisor” to the U.S. Ambassador. This will entail remaining up to date and knowledgeable on relevant, but often disparate development issues in the county, including HIV/AIDS, gender-based violence, biodiversity, democracy and governance, economic growth, agriculture and livestock, trade, energy, water and sanitation, etc.

e) Maintain communications between USAID/Philippines and the U.S. Embassy in Port Moresby. Advise and inform the U.S. Ambassador and Country Team: provide strategic guidance, analysis, advice, and recommendations regarding development issues to the U.S. Ambassador and the wider U.S. Embassy Country Team. Also, provide similar inputs in discussions with other donors and counterparts.

f) Serve as outreach and donor coordinator: represent USAID to other heads of donor agencies, private sector organizations, civil society organizations, and the host country governments. This will include drafting and delivering public remarks during USAID sponsored public events, representing USAID at heads-of-donor-agency meetings, and attending high-level events with senior officials with the governments of Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and Vanuatu.

g) Supervise all USAID Foreign Service National (FSN) staff in PNG and provide overall direction and supervision for the Project Development Specialist and Program Management Assistant. Assist staff to set work objectives, develop individual development plans, and address training needs.

h) Serve as the Mission’s Disaster Relief Officer (MDRO). The full role and responsibilities of an MDRO are detailed in the USAID Field Operations Guide for Disaster Assessment and Response, which will be provided. Illustrative roles of a MDRO include:

1. In the case of a disaster, the MDRO is responsible for verifying the scope and magnitude of the event and the humanitarian impact through established information contacts and networks, including host government officials; other embassies, particularly other donor governments; Non-Government Organizations (NGOs); U.N. agencies; and other Public International Organizations (PIOs).

2. The MDRO immediately notifies the Chief of Mission and USAID/OFDA Regional Advisor in Bangkok and provides them with an overview of the situation.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS AND SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIP:

The Country Coordinator will receive administration direction and supervision from the USAID/Philippines Deputy Mission Director II in Manila or his/her designee. The Country Coordinator will, in turn, report to the U.S. Ambassador on development assistance activities related to PNG, the Solomon Islands and Vanuatu. As supervisor, the USAID Deputy Mission Director II will normally review analyses, evaluations, and recommendations developed by the Country Coordinator for their potential influence on the Indo-Pacific Strategy, broad agency policy objectives and program goals.

12. PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work requested does not involve undue physical demands.

II. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION

To be considered for this position candidates must meet the following minimum qualifications:

1. Must have United States citizenship;

2. Holds a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree but Master’s degree in business, economics, law, development studies, public administration/public policy, project management or related field is preferred;

3. Have at least seven (7) years of progressive experience in project or program management, with international development experience.

III. EVALUATION AND SELECTION FACTORS

To be considered for this position, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications noted above. For applicants meeting the minimum qualifications, further consideration and selection will be based on panel assessment of the selection factors listed below.

A. Education (5 points): At least a Bachelor’s degree, but a Master’s degree in business, economics, law, development studies, public administration/public policy, project management, or a related field is preferred. Candidates will be evaluated on the relevance of their educational accomplishment to the functional responsibilities of the position.

B. Professional Experience (35 points): At least seven (7) years of substantial program management experience in a developing country context, preferably two-five years working and living in the Asia-Pacific region, involving a mix of public and private sector knowledge and expertise, as well as a diverse mix of relevant sectoral experience designing and supervising development programs

C. USG/USAID or other Donor Knowledge (20 points): Demonstrated familiarity with key elements of the major policy, administrative and technical elements involved in delivering donor programs successfully in a related multilateral or bilateral donor context. This includes demonstrated skills in planning, monitoring and implementing aid programs and activities.

D. Strong Interpersonal, Communication and Relevant Technical Skills (40 points):

Demonstrated ability to work with a broad range of counterparts at all levels; contribute in a team oriented workplace; employ strong interpersonal and intercultural skills; display good judgment and strong analytical skills; and communicate effectively in both written and oral form.

Maximum Points Available: 100

IV. WHERE AND HOW TO APPLY

Applications must be received on or before the closing date and time at the address specified in the cover letter via e-mail: aidmnlhr@usaid.gov, with copy to:

rsalud@usaid.gov. Please indicate the Solicitation Number in the subject line.

Qualified individuals are required to submit:

Eligible applicants are required to complete and submit the offer form AID 309-2, “Offeror Information for Personal Services Contracts with Individuals,” available at http://www.usaid.gov/forms . Applicants are required to complete sections A through I. This form must be physically signed and scanned. Electronic signatures will not be accepted.

Complete, current resume.

Supplemental documentation specifically addressing the evaluation factors and qualifications shown in the solicitation.

mailto:aidmnlhr@usaid.gov mailto:rsalud@usaid.gov http://www.usaid.gov/forms

To ensure consideration of applications for the intended position, applicants must prominently reference the Solicitation number (SOL NO. 72049219R00007) in the application submission.

By submitting your application materials, you certify that all of the information on and attached to the application is true, correct, complete and made in good faith. You agree to allow all information on and attached to the application to be investigated.

V. LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS FOR PSC HIRES

Once the Contracting Officer (CO) informs the successful Applicant about being selected for a contract award, the CO will provide the successful Applicant instructions about how to complete and submit the following forms:

1. Medical History and Examination Form (Department of State Forms)

2. Questionnaire for Sensitive Positions for National Security (SF-86), or

3. Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions (SF-85)

4. Finger Print (FD-258)

VI. BENEFITS AND ALLOWANCES

As a matter of policy, and as appropriate, a USPSC is normally authorized the following benefits and allowances:

BENEFITS:

• Employer's FICA Contribution and Medicare Contribution

• Contribution toward Health & Life Insurance

• Pay Comparability Adjustment

• Annual Increase (pending a satisfactory performance evaluation)

• Eligibility for Worker's Compensation

• Annual and Sick Leave

• Shipment and storage of household effects

• Shipment of POV (Private Own Vehicle)

• Access to Embassy medical facilities, and pouch mail service

• Medevac insurance

ALLOWANCES: USPSCs will be eligible for allowances listed in the Standardized Regulations Government Civilian Foreign Areas Sections cited below – if applicable

1. Temporary Quarter Subsistence Allowance (Section 120)

2. Living Quarters Allowance (Section 130)

3. Post Allowance (Section 220)

4. Supplemental Post Allowance (Section 230)

5. Separate Maintenance Allowance (Section 260)

6. Education Allowance (Section 270)

7. Education Travel (Section 280)

8. Post Differential (Chapter 500)

9. Payments during Evacuation/Authorized Departure (Section 600), and

10. Danger Pay Allowance (Section 650)

11. Consumables Allowance

VII. TAXES

USPSCs are required to pay Federal income taxes, FICA, Medicare and applicable State Income taxes.

VIII. USAID REGULATIONS, POLICIES AND CONTRACT CLAUSES

PERTAINING TO PSCs

USAID regulations and policies governing USPSC awards are available at these sources:

1. USAID Acquisition Regulation (AIDAR), Appendix D, “Direct USAID Contracts with a U.S. Citizen or a U.S. Resident Alien for Personal Services Abroad,” including contract clause “General Provisions,” available at https://www.usaid.gov/sites/default/files/documents/1868/aidar_0.pdf .

2. Contract Cover Page form AID 309-1 available at https://www.usaid.gov/forms .

3. Acquisition and Assistance Policy Directives/Contract Information Bulletins (AAPDs/CIBs) for Personal Services Contracts with Individuals available at http://www.usaid.gov/work-usaid/aapds-cibs .

4. Ethical Conduct. By the acceptance of a USAID personal services contract as an individual, the contractor will be acknowledging receipt of the “Standards of Ethical Conduct for Employees of the Executive Branch,” available from the U.S. Office of Government Ethics, in accordance with General Provision 2 and 5 CFR 2635. See https://www.oge.gov/web/oge.nsf/OGE%20Regulations https://www.usaid.gov/sites/default/files/documents/1868/aidar_0.pdf https://www.usaid.gov/forms http://www.usaid.gov/work-usaid/aapds-cibs https://www.oge.gov/web/oge.nsf/OGE%20Regulations