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SOLICITATION NO: 72062418R00009

SUPPLY CHAIN AND GOVERNANCE ADVISOR

ISSUANCE DATE: August 20, 2018 CLOSING DATE: September 20, 2018, at 17:00 Hours GMT

SUBJECT: SOLICITATION NUMBER 72062418R00009 FOR A U.S. CITIZEN OR THIRD

COUNTRY NATIONAL PERSONAL SERVICE CONTRACTOR AS SUPPLY CHAIN AND

GOVERNANCE ADVISOR

Ladies/Gentlemen:

The United States Government, represented by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), is seeking applications from qualified U.S. citizens or Third Country Nationals interested in providing Personal Services Contractor (PSC) services as described in the attached solicitation.

In order to be considered for the position, a candidate must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the solicitation at the time of submission, and must submit all required documentations. The Supply Chain and Governance Advisor position will be located in the U.S. Embassy, Yaounde, Cameroon.

Interested candidates meeting the requirements of the solicitation must submit all the following required materials for consideration (see details on page 11).

• Cover Letter;

• Curriculum Vitae or resume;

• Signed Form AID 309-2 (available at http://www.usaid.gov/forms/):

• Supplemental document addressing the evaluation factors; and

• List of three to five professional references.

All application packages are to be submitted via email to: accrapsc@usaid.gov

The highest ranking applicants may be selected for an interview. The purpose of the interview is to provide additional information on how the applicant meets the requirements of the solicitation. The interview will be part of the evaluation process.

Please cite the solicitation number and position title within the subject line of your email application.

Any attachments provided via email must be in a format compatible with Microsoft Word 2003/2010 or PDF and not zipped. Note that attachments to email must not exceed 3 MB.

Any questions concerning this solicitation may be directed to Mildred Agbo at magbo@usaid.gov no later than August 29, 2018; no questions will be entertained after this date.

U.S. Agency for International Development No. 24 Fourth Circular Rd.

P. O. Box 1630, Accra-Ghana

Tel: 233-302-741-200 Fax: 233-302-741-365 http://www.usaid.gov/forms/ mailto:accrapsc@usaid.gov mailto:magbo@usaid.gov

SOLICITATION NUMBER: 72062418R00009

ISSUANCE DATE: August 20, 2018

CLOSING DATE/TIME: September 20, 2018 - 17:00 Hours GMT

POSITION TITLE: Supply Chain and Governance Advisor

MARKET VALUE: GS-13 (75,628 - $98,317). Final compensation will be negotiated within the listed market value based upon the candidate’s relevant earnings history, education, experience and other qualifications. Salaries over and above the top of the GS13 pay range will not be entertained or negotiated.

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Open to U.S. Citizens (including Legal Permanent Residents) or Third Country Nationals

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: Two (2) years with three one year options to extend for a total of 5 years maximum. Option year extension is contingent on satisfactory performance, continued need for the services and availability of funds

PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Yaounde, Cameroon

SECURITY/MEDICAL CLEARANCE: Selected applicant must obtain Facility Access (USPSC) or Employment Authorization (TCN) and Medical clearance within a reasonable period of time (USAID will provide details regarding these clearances to the selected candidate). If such clearances are not obtained within a reasonable time or negative suitability issues are involved, any offer made may be rescinded.

3. BACKGROUND

USAID/West Africa is an independent Operating Unit of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), responsible for managing development programs that cover 21 countries1, seven of which have bilateral USAID missions. The Strategic Plan of USAID/West Africa envisions “a politically stable and economically prosperous West Africa.”

The Mission is committed to achieve this goal through programs in the following areas: health, economic integration and trade; agriculture, food security and natural resource management; and conflict prevention and anti-corruption. USAID/West Africa coordinates and enhances other USAID programs in the region and builds and sustains partnerships with West African governments and regional institutions to focus on four foreign policy objectives:

Peace & Security Governing Justly & Democratically Investing in People (health and education) Economic Growth (agriculture, trade and investment and natural resource management)

The USAID/West Africa Health office, under the Investing in People objective, works to improve health outcomes in the region. The vision of the office is to be a “recognized leader in improving health status of vulnerable populations in West Africa, especially that of women and children, by promoting and building partnerships to scale up evidence based interventions”.

Overview of Cameroon Health Status:

Cameroon has a very high under-five mortality rate at 122 deaths per 1,000, the majority of which are due to neonatal causes, diarrheal diseases, malaria, pneumonia, and HIV/AIDS.

Maternal mortality is equally high, estimated at 782 deaths per 100,000 live births. 25% of women at age of procreation use a contraceptive method. The total fertility rate is 5.1 children per woman. Malaria is among the largest contributors to national morbidity and mortality, however only 70% of households own insecticide treated nets. HIV/AIDS also contributes to national morbidity and mortality, ahead of lower respiratory infections and diarrheal diseases.

With 3.8% HIV prevalence, Cameroon has a generalized epidemic. Prevalence is disproportionally high among men who have sex with men (21%) and female sex workers (24%).

Efforts to reduce the high rates of infant and maternal mortality, including HIV/AIDS, include the elaboration of an ambitious plan (Cameroon National Health Development Plan, 2016-2020) that seeks to strengthen the public health system particularly at district level; improve mother, child, and adolescent health; fight against HIV/AIDS and malaria; and promote effective health-seeking behaviors. In addition to the development of disease-specific strategic plans, the Cameroonian government has also consistently increased its investments in the health sector, although these efforts still represent only 5% of the national public investment budget – well short of its pledge (2001 Abuja Declaration) to allocate at least 15% of its annual budget to improve the health sector.

1 USAID/WA’s regional health program served the following 21 nations: Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Chad, Côte d’Ivoire, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, The Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Liberia, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Nigeria, São Tomé and Príncipe, Senegal, Sierra Leone, and Togo. Eighteen of the 21 USAID/WA countries have a US Embassy presence (Equatorial Guinea is supported by Cameroon, Guinea Bissau by Senegal, and São Tomé and Príncipe by Gabon). The USAID/WA health program also includes activities in all 15 member countries of ECOWAS.

Major health sector donors include the governments of Germany, France, U.S., the World Bank, United Nations system, Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization (GAVI), and the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria (Global Fund). In addition to providing support to the Global Fund, the U.S., through the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) is funding several projects totaling $36 million in FY 2015. The PEPFAR program in Cameroon is implemented by five agencies: - U.S Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), USAID, Peace Corps, State Department, and the Department of Defense (DoD). Areas of intervention include prevention of mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT); blood safety; care and support for orphans and vulnerable children (OVC); prevention among key populations and other vulnerable populations including military; and health systems strengthening with particular focus on labs, public pharmaceutical sector, and strategic information.

Overview of USAID activities in Cameroon

HIV/AIDS: Through PEPFAR, USAID Cameroon supports community-based HIV prevention and mitigation across the HIV continuum. USAID focuses these efforts on key and priority populations, those most vulnerable to acquiring HIV and most likely to face stigma and discrimination. Key areas of focus for HIV programming include:

Key Populations: USAID Cameroon focuses primarily on community-based programming including outreach, prevention, testing and linkage to treatment for key populations (female sex workers and men who have sex with men), clients of female sex workers, and children of female sex workers.

Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC): USAID Cameroon’s programming provides a robust community platform to respond to the socio-economic, health, educational, legal, and psychosocial needs of children and families infected and affected by HIV. Interventions range from educational support and economic skills building to psychosocial programs and referrals to clinical services.

Malaria: Cameroon was selected as a new President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) focus country in FY 2017 and now represents USAID’s largest health investment with an annual budget of $20 million. Operations began in June-July of 2018 and focus on the North and Far North regions where malaria related morbidity and mortality are highest. Key activities include routine distribution of insecticide-treated nets, improved entomological monitoring and resistance management, improved case management in health facilities and at the community level, strengthening programs to prevent malaria in pregnancy and build the capacity of the NMCP to manage the malaria control program, and our flagship activity, seasonal chemoprophylaxis for children under five.

Supply Chain: Leveraging both PEPFAR and PMI funds, USAID implements an integrated approach to strengthening supply chain systems in Cameroon. Activities in Cameroon currently focus on two issues: (1) building supply chain management capacity at the central, regional, district, and health facility level; and (2) closely monitoring stock-levels of key HIV, malaria, family planning, and other commodities, to assure continuous service delivery for current and future patients. Additionally, through PMI, USAID directly procures approximately $5 million worth of insecticide-treated mosquito nets, malaria rapid diagnostic tests, and drugs for both prophylaxis and treatment of malaria. Procurement of PEPFAR commodities is more limited (under $1 million) focusing on ensuring buffer stocks of viral load reagents, test kits, and ARVs.

Health Financing: USAID Cameroon is supporting the Government of Cameroon to design and implement its Universal Health Coverage (UHC) plan and sustainable health financing strategy.

The goal is to provide access to quality primary health care services to all Cameroonians through sliding-scale contributions to a national system rather than the current fee-for-service approach.

In collaboration with other donors such as the World Bank, International Labor Organization, and bilateral partners, USAID is providing targeted technical assistance to the Ministry of Health in the design and implementation of the UHC system. Recent support has covered the elaboration and costing of the service delivery package, training of MOH staff on modeling of future costs, and the development of a communications plan. Activities planned for the coming year include elaboration of an investment case in order to ensure that all health facilities are adequately equipped to offer the basic minimum package, exchange visits to countries with strong UHC systems, and support for enrollment activities, particularly hard-to-reach sub-populations such as people living with HIV.

Family Planning: While USAID/Cameroon does not receive any direct funding for family planning (FP), the office leverages USAID centrally funded activities in this area. Currently, the Health Policy Plus project is working with the Ministry of Health and UNFPA to provide technical assistance on the scale-up of single-use injectable contraceptives that can be administered by community health workers or women themselves. Through its Central Commodities Fund, USAID Cameroon purchased 100,000 doses of this product in FY18 to meet the national demand.

4. BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION

The Supply Chain Governance Advisor reports to the Senior Health Advisor, who serves as Team Leader for the USAID/West Africa health activities in Cameroon. This position is currently located at the U.S. Embassy in Yaoundé, Cameroon and will require some travel (up to 30%) within and outside the country.

This position requires highly specialized skills, knowledge, and experience related to commodities, logistics, and supply chain systems, as well as interagency coordination, strategic planning, and health systems strengthening. The Supply Chain Governance Advisor is the key interlocutor for the U.S. Government on all matters related to procurement and supply chain management of health commodities. In general, s/he will be expected to work independently, including developing and implementing strategies to secure essential supplies for USAID’s priority health areas (currently, HIV/AIDS and malaria with a more limited focus on family planning). More specifically as a member of the inter-agency health team, the incumbent will provide senior level technical expertise and leadership to the wider U.S. Government country team on planning, procurement, and monitoring of HIV/AIDS and malaria commodities. S/he will work with key stakeholders within the Government of Cameroon (GRC), donor partners – such as the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), Global Fund for HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria (Global Fund), etc. –, and other stakeholders to identify and apply innovative approaches and best practices to achieve supply chain and broader health systems goals.

The Supply Chain Governance Advisor will need to interact with the U.S. Embassy and USAID/West Africa’s Office, other U.S. Government agencies operating in Cameroon, representatives of other development Partners and leadership within the Ministry of Public Health and Ministry of Public Contracts, as needed.

5. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Technical Leadership and Expertise (40%)

• Principal U.S. Government advisor on all issues related to policy, supply and distribution of health sector commodities.

• Develop drug supply and distribution policy for USAID’s Cameroon field office and as needed, coordinate or advise on drug supply and distribution policy across U.S. Government health programs in Cameroon.

• Serve as senior technical advisor to Cameroon’s PEPFAR and PMI programs, guiding the development and/or implementation of coordinated strategy for strengthening Cameroon’s supply chain and logistics system.

• Participate in technical coordination meetings/groups on matters related to supply chain and logistics in the health sector. S/he develops strategic partnerships with other donors and partners to forge coordinated approaches to strengthen the public pharmaceutical sector.

• Provide technical assistance to Global Fund Principal Recipients (PRs) on procurement and supply chain management. This includes supporting efforts to address bottlenecks, and help build technical and managerial capacity.

• Prepare and present technical reports, budget/financial analyses, quantification/forecasts, and other briefs as needed for program management and stakeholder consultations.

Program Management (50%)

• Manage and coordinate quantification and procurement of USAID-purchased (and as appropriate assisting other U.S. Government agencies) health commodities. Commodities procured and distributed under these activities currently include insecticide-treated mosquito nets, malaria diagnostics, anti-malarial drugs for both treatment and prophylaxis, and limited quantities of ARVs, HIV rapid tests and viral load reagents, condoms and lubricants, and other contraceptives. As needed, the incumbent may also assist CDC in procurement of laboratory reagents and supplies, etc. Essentially, s/he will ensure that all procurement activities are implemented in compliance with relevant U.S. Government (particularly USAID,PEPFAR and PMI) procedures and guidelines. S/he will also be expected to monitor specific risks associated with in-country storage and distribution of USAID-purchased commodities, including developing strategies to improve quality assurance and mitigate procurement and supply chain management challenges.

• Through delegation from the Contracting Office, the incumbent will serve as Agreement Officer/Contracting Officer Representative (AOR/COR) or activity manager for bilateral or centrally funded procurement and technical assistance mechanisms. S/he will manage one or more awards ranging in size and scope with a minimum budget of $2 million per annum (excluding commodities). Key responsibilities include: technical input for the development of performance monitoring plans, annual work plans, and budgets; conducting and documenting site visits; monitoring contract and award management compliance; etc.

• Provide recommendations on program direction including participating in technical design of new projects (preparation of project appraisal document, etc.) focused on technical assistance to the national drug supply and distribution program and procurement of health commodities that support USAID-funded programs.

• Other duties as assigned may include organizing and participating in field visits by external parties that highlight U.S. Government supply chain strengthening activities.

Other Management Duties (10%)

• This includes providing technical and management contributions to program design; budget allocations; strategic planning documents and reporting mechanisms; and others in line with USAID and or U.S. Government policy and needs. The incumbent is also expected to coordinate closely with USAID/West Africa staff as needed.

• Assist Senior Health Advisor in responding to information requests from U.S. Embassy and USAID/West Africa’s Front Office on broader development topics.

• As designated, represent the U.S. Government at high-level meetings/discussions related to development aid.

6. OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTORS

a) Guidelines

The incumbent must become familiar with USAID assistance management regulations. S/he will need to apply these regulations and understand when guidance or approval should be requested from the Regional Acquisition and Assistance Office. While some of the knowledge, methods, and techniques from the health technical field are established and commonly accepted, other guidance may be vague, controversial, conflicting, or absent, especially with respect to management of HIV programs. Where there is no guidance available, the incumbent is required to interpret and make decisions based on sound judgment and strong decision making, as well as effective interpretation of any guidance that is available. While the Senior Health Advisor and/or Regional Health Office Director may provide some input, the incumbent is expected to apply guidelines and act independently. Some situations will require interpretation and deviation from existing guides.

b) Complexity

The incumbent must be able to assume a wide range of various strategic, programmatic and project management tasks and be able to independently identify the appropriate action needed.

The incumbent may be required to take a leadership role in various situations. Clear guidance is not always available; the person in this role is expected to demonstrate sound judgment and seek guidance where appropriate.

c) Scope and Effect

The Supply Chain Governance Advisor will provide managerial, technical, and policy oversight and/or advice, contributing towards efficient supply chain systems. S/he will work closely with the Senior Health Advisor and other members of the interagency PEPFAR team to assess policy, institutional and other barriers to an effective commodity supply, and identify and advocate for innovations, best practices, reforms, and training to remedy problems found. Successful work will have a significant impact of USG, host country, and donor health objectives.

d) Contacts

The incumbent will maintain contacts and work with USG staff in Cameroon, and will interact with the USAID/Washington Global Health Bureau’s Office of HIV/AIDS, USAID/West Africa, and the Office of the Global AIDS Coordinator (OGAC) regarding policy and procedural guidance and to obtain information relative to programs and activities. Other contacts will include counterparts within the GRC and donor community. As deputy team leader, the incumbent may be required to meet with the U.S. Ambassador to Cameroon, Deputy Chief of Mission, and other senior officials within GRC and donor community.

7. POSITION ELEMENTS

a) Supervision Received

S/he works under the general supervision of the Senior Health Advisor/Team Leader for USAID/West Africa’s field office in Cameroon, who will approve annual work objectives. The incumbent will receive minimal oversight in carrying out his/her daily tasks and achieving longer-term work objectives. Performance is evaluated annually based on accomplishments.

b) Supervision Exercised

Supervisory responsibilities are not immediately expected. However, this may change at the discretion of the Senior Health Advisor and USAID/West Africa leadership – including, for example, the hiring of additional supply chain staff. Incumbent will only be required to supervise non-USDH staff.

c) Post-entry training

On-the-job training will be provided relating to USAID-specific procedures, regulations, and methods; supply chain and logistics policies, procedures, and regulations; Automated Directives System (ADS), Mission Orders, and all planning and reporting databases. Formal AOR/COR certification courses will be provided, and program/project management and other appropriate training courses will be offered, subject to course offerings and the availability of funds.

d) Authority to Make Commitments

The incumbent shall not make any unauthorized commitments on behalf of the U.S.

Government. However, s/he exercises the authority given to activity managers and AOR/CORs, and may make administrative arrangements consistent with ADS guidance and Mission policy.

The incumbent takes action and establishes priorities based on available guidelines and professional judgment. Guidance is sought when needed, and the Senior Health Advisor informed of activity and project status. Within the scope of the authority delegated, the incumbent may indicate to ranking counterpart and implementing partners that they will make a recommendation to USAID on a specific activity issue or problem. The incumbent may negotiate ad referendum for the Senior Health Advisor.

e) Time Required to Perform Full Range of Duties

The incumbent must be able to perform the full range of duties upon arrival at Post. It is reasonable to assume the incumbent might not have a working knowledge of USAID’s activity management and administrative procedures (e.g., AO/COR functions). But it is expected these proficiencies will be acquired within the first six (6) months on the job.

8. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SELECTION & EVALUATION CRITERIA

The minimum qualifications listed below determine basic eligibility for the position. Applicants that do not meet all of the minimum qualifications listed below are considered NOT qualified for the position:

• Education (10) – Minimum of a Master’s degree in public health, pharmacy, logistics and supply chain management, business administration (with complementary health-related qualifications), or a related field from a recognized institution.

• Prior work experience (40) – At least five (5) years of professional experience, which includes international experience in pharmaceutical supply chain management or operations; Minimum two (2) years procurement experience with central medical stores or comparable institutions in Sub-Saharan Africa highly desirable. Experience in identifying and managing implementation of innovative solutions for logistics management information systems (LMIS) is highly desirable. Additional experience or knowledge on managing public health commodities for the Global Fund would be an added asset.

• Language proficiency (10) – Must be fluent in English (Level IV) with the ability to draft and read complex technical documents. Working knowledge of French (Level III), which includes ability to understand and conduct technical discussions.

• Skills and abilities (40) – (1) Thorough knowledge of procurement and supply managing including quantification, management of bidding process, contract management, quality monitoring, warehousing, distribution, information management, district capacity-building, etc.; (2) Significant knowledge of program management strategies and monitoring and evaluation methods; (3) Strong negotiation skills including ability to navigate and manage politically sensitive issues related to procurement and supply management; (4) Ability to work effectively with a broad range of stakeholders (GRC and donor counterparts, U.S. Government personnel and implementing partners, etc.) in a culturally sensitive manner; (5) Excellent organizational skills in order to multitask and stay organized in a complex, frequently changing environment.

9. INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:

Submission of a resume alone IS NOT a complete application. This position requires the completion of additional forms and/or supplemental materials as described in this section.

Failure to provide the required information and/or materials will result in your not being considered for employment.

Interested individuals meeting the Minimum Qualifications above are required to submit the following:

Signed Form AID 309-2, Offeror Information for Personal Services Contracts (available at http://www.usaid.gov/forms/)

All applicants must submit complete dates (months/years) and hours per week for all positions listed on the form AID 309-2 to allow for adequate evaluation of your related and direct experiences. Applicants should note that the salary history for the purposes of the AID 309-2 is the base salary paid, excluding benefits and allowances such as housing, travel, educational support, etc.

Cover letter and a current resume/curriculum vita (CV). The CV/resume must contain sufficient relevant information to evaluate the application in accordance with the stated evaluation criteria. Broad general statements that are vague or lacking specificity will not be considered as effectively addressing particular selection criteria. Complete dates (month/year) are also required on CV.

Applicants must provide a minimum of three and a maximum of five references within the last five years from the applicant’s professional life namely individuals who are not family members or relatives. Three references must be from direct supervisors who can provide information regarding the applicant’s work knowledge and professional experience. Applicants must provide e-mail addresses and/or working telephone numbers for all references.

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Applicants also must address the above Section 8: Required Qualifications, Selection & Evaluation Criteria, in a summary statement to be included in the application. This summary statement, limited to two pages, must describe specifically and accurately what experience, training, education, and/or awards the applicant has received that are relevant to each selection factor above. The summary statement must include the name of the applicant and the announcement number at the top of each page.

10. LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS FOR PSCS:

Forms outlined below can found at: http://www.usaid.gov/forms/

1. Application for Federal Employment (AID 309-2);

2. Contractor Physical Examination (AID Form 1420-62). *

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

4. Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions (SF-85). *

5. Finger Print Card (FD-258). *

* Forms 2 through 5 shall be completed only upon the advice of the Contracting Officer that an applicant is the successful candidate for the job.

11. 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, and Appendix J, “Direct USAID Contracts with Third Country National 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 .

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12. BENEFITS/ALLOWANCES

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

(NOTE: An individual defined as a USPSC employee may only be eligible for those benefits listed below.) TCNPSC MAY be eligible for benefits in accordance with AIDAR Appendix J, sec. 4(c)(2)(ii)(B).

1. BENEFITS:

(a) Employee's FICA and Medicare Contribution

(b) Contribution toward Health & Life Insurance

(c) Pay Comparability Adjustment

(d) Eligibility for Worker's Compensation

(e) Annual & Sick Leave

(f) Annual Increase (pending a satisfactory performance evaluation)

(g) Access to Embassy medical facilities, commissary and pouch mail service

*Note: If a US citizen, the Contractor’s salary will be subject to employee’s FICA and Medicare contribution.

2. ALLOWANCES (If Applicable):

(1) Temporary Lodging Allowance (Section 120)*

(2) Living Quarters Allowance (Section 130)*

(3) Cost-of-Living Allowance (Chapter 210)

(4) Post Allowance (Section 220)*

(5) Supplemental Post Allowance (Section 230)*

(6) Post Differential (Chapter 500)*

(7) Payments during Evacuation/Authorized Departure (Section 600)* and

(8) Danger Pay (Section 650)*

(9) Educational Allowance (Section 270)*

(10) Separate Maintenance Allowance (Section 260)*

(11) Educational Travel (Section 280)*

13. TAXES:

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