Solicitation- Senior Commodities and Supply Chain Advisor-signed.pdf

SOLICITATION NUMBER: 72062424R00009

ISSUANCE DATE: July 09, 2024 CLOSING DATE/TIME: August 08, 2024/23:00 GMT

SUBJECT: Solicitation for U.S/Third Country National Personal Services Contractor (US/TCN PSC) as

Senior Commodities and Supply Chain Advisor (SCSCA)

Dear Prospective Offerors:

The United States Government, represented by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is seeking offers from qualified persons to provide personal services under contract as described in this solicitation.

Offers must be in accordance with this solicitation. Incomplete or unsigned offers will not be considered. Offerors should retain copies of all offer materials for their records.

This solicitation in no way obligates USAID to award a PSC contract, nor does it commit USAID to pay any cost incurred in the preparation and submission of any offer.

All offers must be submitted to the Point of Contact via email: accrapsc@usaid.gov

Only shortlisted offerors will be contacted.

Any questions must be directed in writing to accrapsc@usaid.gov

Sincerely, Digitally signed by Yves Kore Date: 2024.07.09 16:06:27 Z

Yves Kore Regional Contracting Officer USAID/West Africa

Yves Kore mailto:accrapsc@usaid.gov

ATTACHMENT 1 SOL #72062424R00009

I. GENERAL INFORMATION

1. SOLICITATION NO.:72062424R00009

2. ISSUANCE DATE: July 09, 2024

3. CLOSING DATE AND TIME FOR RECEIPT OF OFFERS: August 08, 2024, 23:00 GMT

4. POINT OF CONTACT: USAID/Cote d’Ivoire, Abidjan; e-mail at accrapsc@usaid.gov

5. POSITION TITLE: Senior Commodities and Supply Chain Advisor, USAID/Cote d’Ivoire.

6. MARKET VALUE: $104,604- $135,987 equivalent to GS-14

Final compensation will be negotiated within the listed market value.

7. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: Two (2) years, estimated to start o/a 09/2024 with an option of three

(3) one-year extensions for a maximum of five (5) years. Exercise of options will depend on continuing need of services, availability of funds, successful performance, and requisite approvals.

Based on Agency need, the Contracting Officer may exercise the additional option periods for up to three (3) years for the dates estimated as follows:

Base Period: o/a 09/2024 to 09/2026 Option Period 1: o/a 09/2026 to 09/2027 Option Period 2: o/a 09/2027 to 09/2028 Option Period 3: o/a 09/2028 to 09/2029

8. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: USAID/Cote d’Ivoire, Abidjan

9. ELIGIBLE OFFERORS: U.S. Citizens (including Lawful Permanent Residents) or Third Country Nationals

Hiring Preference:

In order of preference, U.S Citizens (including Lawful Permanent Residents) offers will be evaluated first and only when it is determined that there are no qualified U.S Citizens (including Lawful Permanent Residents) that offers from Third Country Nationals (TCN) will be considered. References 309.3.1.10 and 309.3.1.4.

10. SECURITY LEVEL REQUIRED: Facility Access

11. STATEMENT OF DUTIES

I. BACKGROUND

As Côte d’Ivoire transitions into an emerging economy after decades of economic and political instability, the country continues to face significant health challenges. HIV prevalence is now 1.8 percent in the general population and much higher among key and priority populations. This corresponds to a significant decrease from 3.5 percent in 2012, due to the significant efforts placed in the different HIV programs including in commodities and supply chain to assure improved availability of commodities to initiate and retain positive people on treatment and thus reduce transmission, one contributing factor to increase prevalence. The total fertility rate is 4.3 children per woman. According to the Demographic and Health Survey (DHS) 2021, the modern contraceptive prevalence rate is estimated at 18 percent and 22 percent of women have an unmet need for family planning services. Several endemic neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) still cause pain and suffering throughout the country. And malaria is still the first cause of morbidity and mortality among children and continues to be the top reason for medical consultations and hospitalizations.

Given this context, the USAID’s Côte d’Ivoire health sector portfolio has expanded in recent years from exclusively HIV/AIDS related activities through PEPFAR, to a broader health sector platform. Several other global initiatives are currently being implemented including the Global Health Security Agenda and the President’s Malaria Initiative. USAID / Cote d’Ivoire has a growing family planning/reproductive health (FP/RH), maternal and child health (MCH) and immunization, and Neglected Tropical Disease portfolio. Heightened emphasis on strengthening local capacities in leadership, governance, and sustainability of health programs, systems and services are also USAID global health priorities currently under implementation.

A significant part of the PEPFAR, PMI and FP/RH budgets are allocated for procurement and distribution of essential commodities in support of the various national programs.

La Nouvelle Pharmacie de la Santé Publique (NPSP) was created in 2013 with a mission of public service with social purpose as a Public-Private Partnership:

1) To ensure availability of essential health products for public health institutions and other associated healthcare entities throughout the country; and

2) To ensure accessibility of essential good quality health products to the Ivorian population.

In 2018, USAID/Côte d’Ivoire awarded a five (5) year Cooperative Agreement to the Nouvelle Pharmacie de la Santé Publique (NPSP), subsequently extended for a second five (5) year period in 2023. Under this agreement, NPSP implements the Local Health Supplies Procurement and Logistics Activity (LHSPLA) which supports the Government of Côte d’Ivoire (GOCI) to strengthen the national supply chain system for health commodities through the different directorates, departments and health programs of the Ministry of Health (MoH). This support occurs through:

● In-Country logistics (warehousing and distribution of commodities procured by USG).

● Direct procurement of selected commodities by NPSP and

● Technical assistance provided by NPSP to GOCI to strengthen the overall national supply chain management system, from the central level to the regional and district levels.

To support management of USG procured commodities and the improved functioning of the national health commodities and supply chain system in Côte d’Ivoire, USAID Côte d’Ivoire is recruiting a Senior Commodities and Supply Chain Advisor (SCSCA).

S/he will be expected to work independently, take initiative, and manage a large results package for delivery of all USG-supported program commodities and strengthening supply chain management. The SCSCA will also take an integrated approach to managing commodities and supply chain, managing HIV commodities and all other USG procured and distributed commodities for malaria, family planning and maternal and child health, global health security, and neglected diseases. S/he will advise USAID/Côte d’Ivoire on all aspects of health commodity supply chain and logistics issues and will represent USAID as a technical expert in interactions with other stakeholders such as the host country government, implementing partners, and the broader donor community.

II. BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION:

The basic function of the position is to provide senior level technical expertise and leadership as well as support program management and coordination related to planning, implementation, and monitoring of program commodities and supply chain activities including a range of procurement and logistics functions. On average, USAID spends an estimated $24 million annually for technical assistance, procurement, management and distribution of HIV, malaria, Tuberculosis, FP and other life-saving commodities in Côte d’Ivoire.

The SCSCA will work at a senior level in a priority USG foreign assistance program that requires knowledge, experience and a high degree of maturity. S/He must have the ability to function independently in a complex and highly demanding, frequently changing, environment.

The SCSCA will be a member of the USAID Health Office team, based at the U.S. Embassy in Abidjan. S/he will report to the Health Systems Strengthening Team Lead and may supervise one senior technical FSN (the Supply Chain and Logistics Advisor).

S/he will be expected to work independently, take initiative, and manage a large results package for delivery of health commodities and strengthening supply chain management. S/he will advise USAID/Côte d’Ivoire on all aspects of health commodity supply chain and logistics issues and will represent USAID as a technical expert in interactions with other stakeholders such as the host country government, implementing partners, and the broader donor community.

The SCSCA will provide managerial, technical, and policy oversight and/or advice to ensure successful implementation of USAID’s health commodities program. This will include support to the PEPFAR, PMI, FP, GHSA, and other related programs that USAID implements in Côte d’Ivoire. The SCSCA will work closely with the USAID Health Office Team to assess the policy, institutional, and other barriers to an effective health commodity supply, and identify and advocate for innovations, best practices, reforms, and training to remedy problems found.

The SCSCA will be an expert resource responsible for the USAID’s Cote d’Ivoire management and monitoring activities related to commodity selection, procurement, and supply chain technical assistance. S/he will represent USG interests regarding commodity security for USG-purchased HIV and other health-related commodities, meaning that products are available and accessible and maintained at appropriate quality at designated sites and that they are dispensed to patients according to standards.

S/he will be responsible for providing technical leadership for all essential pharmaceutical management and supply chain components, including: (1) product selection (including registration and patent protection issues); (2) quantification and supply planning; (3) procurement; (4) distribution and storage; (5) logistics management information systems; and (6) implementation guidelines and monitoring. The SCSCA liaises with the USG interagency team, with the Ministry of Health and local Health Authorities, with the Global Fund, UN agencies and other key stakeholders, including USG implementing partners, to thoroughly understand their procurement and supply chain systems and ensure that a harmonized approach is successfully negotiated between all relevant parties.

The SCSCA will manage procurement and supply chain communications between the PEPFAR interagency partners and within the Cote d’Ivoire interagency team, while ensuring that agency leadership and the PEPFAR Coordinator are aware of interagency communication. S/he will develop a monthly report that will be shared among all interagency partners and draft weekly bullets and monthly success stories for USAID management. As it relates to health sector procurement reform goals, the Advisor also serves as the procurement and supply chain technical liaison with USAID and partners on the Government of Côte d’Ivoire procurement reform initiatives.

The SCSCA will serve as an Agreement/Contract Officer's Representative (A/COR) or Activity Manager, and s/he will provide technical expertise for interagency project managers and USAID A/CORs. He/she will be responsible for documenting, drafting, and reviewing procurement and supply chain sections in PEPFAR Country Operational Plans (COP), Malaria Operational Plans (MOP) and all other USAID reports. S/He will also review relevant Implementing Partner work plans and quarterly reports and furnish expert advice to coordination and technical working groups, including the MOH Pharmaceutical Management Technical Working Group and all other relevant GOCI and USG Technical Working Groups.

The SCSCA will represent USAID and PEPFAR interagency partners to senior national and subnational Government of Cote d’Ivoire counterparts, UN Agencies, Global Fund, World Bank, development partners, and Civil Society Organizations on commodity procurement and supply chain issues. As a technical leader, he/she will also be expected to provide expert procurement and supply chain advice towards the health reform effort and work with all relevant national stakeholders and USG partners to take a public health approach towards accountable and responsive management in the pharmaceutical sector.

III. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

A. TECHNICAL LEADERSHIP AND STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS (40%)

● Serve as senior technical advisor to the USAID Health Office’s commodities and supply chain management and logistics program,

● Serve as USAID’s commodities and supply chain technical expert and representative during workshops, committees/technical working groups, meetings, USG interagency discussions, support for strengthening the Nouvelle Pharmacie de la Santé Publique (NPSP),

● Ensure effective consultation/coordination with donors, host country representatives, non‐ governmental organizations, Global Fund staff, implementing partners and the private sector on matters related to health commodities and supply chain management,

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

● Maintain high level of technical expertise and knowledge of health supply chain and logistics management to apply state-of-the-art practices to the Côte d’Ivoire context,

● Serve as a member and/or co-chair interagency technical working groups or task forces as needed and/or requested,

● Review product selection, procurement, quantification, inventory management, recording and reporting, and consumption of USG-procured HIV- and TB-related and their lab related commodities; malaria, FP/RH and MCH commodities to ensure the timely delivery and receipt and that these products are at appropriate supply levels (with sufficient buffer supply to ensure no stockouts) and complementing supplies procured by the Government of Côte d’Ivoire and the Global Fund,

● Support procurement of additional health commodities in support of or in response to stock tensions or emergencies in Cote d’Ivoire,

● Coordinate procurement of USAID commodities, including forecasting, support with price quotations and monitoring NPSP through the ordering, shipment, receipt, customs clearance, and delivery of USG-procured products to facilities and implementing partners,

● Conduct site visits to review logistics registers and consumption reports and take physical inventories – produces written dashboard summaries of the visits,

● Monitor technical assistance interventions in commodities availability – for example number and duration of stockouts,

● Review Global Fund and other donor-supported commodity procurement and distribution to ensure complementarity between various-sourced products and provide feedback information to USG field team, USAID HQ and GHSD during Quarterly Portfolio Reviews, PEPFAR POART calls, and other data calls as necessary,

● Provide relevant procurement and supply chain information and draft relevant sections in the PEPFAR COP, PMI MOP and other operational plans including leading on all supply chain and commodity tools,

● Work with CDC and USAID laboratory specialists and USG implementing partners on common laboratory commodities issues and strategies to address them,

● Lead the drafting of procurement and supply chain programmatic and technical sections of briefing papers, cables, presentations, reports, and other relevant documents,

● Make formal presentations on programmatic and technical aspects of procurement and supply chain issues,

● Provide technical leadership to strengthen the capacity of government and appropriate non- governmental organization counterparts on specific technical procurement and supply chain issues,

● Advise the GOCI on the development and reforms of the NPSP/Direction de l’Activite Pharmaceutique (DAP), and related public procurement and pharmaceutical sector reforms in Cote d’Ivoire, to promote adequate processes to improve operational efficiency and minimize potential for corruption,

● Work with the NPSP to monitor stocks of commodities through the physical inventories to promote transparency of commodities procured by all parties, including the GoCI,

● Provide technical leadership for other USG agencies and represents USAID and the Cote d’Ivoire interagency team to GHSD and USAID HQ, the GOCI, Local Health Authorities, UN Agencies, Global Fund, World Bank, USG Implementing Partners, Civil Society Organizations, and other development partners and

● Develop strategic partnerships with these other parties to initiate coordinated approaches and to harmonize and strengthen national and subnational supply chain approaches.

B. PROGRAM MANAGEMENT (30%)

In collaboration with the other members of the health system strengthening team, the incumbent will:

a. Serve (as needed) as Agreement Officer’s Representative (AOR) and/or Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) for USAID’s local procurement and supply chain mechanism – as needed and assigned as these mechanisms may vary over time. As such, the SCSCA provides technical and administrative oversight, including:

● establishing routine communications.

● conducting and documenting site visits.

● maintaining current files on the status of partner activities, resources and work plans.

● monitoring contract and award management compliance with USAID regulations.

● identifying successes and barriers to achievement programmatic results and recommending future actions,

● reviewing and providing technical feedback on key project documents such as work plans, performance management plans (indicators, targets, results), quarterly progress and financial/accrual reports.

● Assure review of monthly expenditures to assure good financial execution,

● Triangulate financial execution with programmatic results and provide guidance to the partners accordingly, and

● Support oversight of the local partner NPSP managed by the Local Hire Supply Chain Specialist.

b. In close coordination with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) based in Washington, the SCSCA will serve as AM for Washington-managed contracts and will provide technical and administrative oversight, including some of the same activities described above, under the guidance and signature of the COR/AOR at

HQ,

c. Provide oversight for monitoring health commodity program results by tracking key performance indicators, conducting periodic data quality analyses, ensuring timely and accurate reporting of results, and making recommendations based on the findings,

d. Assess partner’s performance and provide written suggestions to support efficient and effective management of USG-purchased commodities and supply chain activities in Cote d’Ivoire,

e. Receive monthly reports from supply chain partners and analyze them together in a comprehensive manner to use the analysis and add to the USG interagency monthly updates on stock status of health commodities (HIV, malaria, FP/RH, MCH and other USG supported program commodities),

f. Provide strategic guidance to relevant implementing partners to ensure their programs are aligned/coordinated with GOCI and USG policies, objectives, and strategic priorities,

g. Participate in technical design of new projects including preparation of relevant documents such as results frameworks/log frames, technical and programmatic analyses (i.e. related to issues such as sustainability, integration, 5 x 3 strategy, gender, budget, policy, etc.), and project design elements.

h. Collaborate with other USAID team members responsible for systems strengthening, strategic information, monitoring and evaluation, and care and support.

i. Oversee the management of supply chain strengthening projects being implemented by the USAID Health Office and

j. Follow partner expenditures closely and initiate, or ensure that the appropriate person does it, the USAID process to release funds on time for partners to be funded timely and continue working with no funding gaps, C. PREPARATION OF KEY DOCUMENTS FOR THE MISSION (30%)

The incumbent will be required to:

a. Collect, analyze, and report data related to health commodities and supply chain issues as part of PEPFAR, PMI and other USG planning and reporting processes and documentation such as: annual/semi‐ annual performance reports, COPs, MOPs, USAID Operational Plans, Congressional Notifications, Congressional Budget Justifications, portfolio reviews, monthly reviews, etc,

b. Prepare correspondence and cables related to implementation, management and evaluation of health commodity and supply chain activities,

c. Assist the USAID Health Team with other tasks related to the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of USAID support to the health sector,

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

e. Prepare documentation, including PowerPoint presentations for USAID HQ and GHSD during Quarterly Portfolio Reviews, PEPFAR POART calls, PMI, FP/RH reviews and other data calls as necessary,

f. Prepare presentations to share with stakeholders all the USG relevant commodities and supply chain information, including any new relevant guidance being proposed, and

g. Triangulate information collected from different meetings attended to share one pager or slides with different USAID and/or USG teams as relevant.

POSITION ELEMENTS:

A. Supervision Received: The SCSCA will be supervised by and report to the Health Systems Strengthening Team

Lead within the USAID Côte d’Ivoire Country Office.

B. Supervision Exercised: The SCSCA may exercise full range of normal supervision over at least one FSN health advisor (Supply Chain and Logistics Advisor), providing overall policy guidance and coordinating the work of this employee to achieve program objectives.

C. Exercise of Judgment: The SCSCA must demonstrate sound and mature judgment, particularly as guidelines are updated and new activities developed and when presenting USAID policies or positions. S/he will exercise a high degree of independent judgment in providing guidance and assistance to a wide range of implementing partners in Côte d’Ivoire. Substantial reliance will be placed on the incumbent, a recognized expert and well-qualified professional, to independently plan, prioritize, and carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position. The incumbent will be expected to analyze and address problems by applying relevant guidance (for management/administrative issues) and evidence-based strategies (for technical issues). The use of initiative, discretion, cultural sensitivity, collaboration, and teamwork is expected of the incumbent when working with internal and external colleagues and implementing partners to resolve challenges. If no formal guidance exists, the incumbent will propose solutions in consultation with his/her supervisor and/or other relevant senior colleagues.

D. Authority to Make Commitments/Obligations: The incumbent is not authorized to make financial commitments on behalf of the USG. However, because of the incumbent’s expertise and standing as a highly qualified professional in his/her field, his/her conclusions and recommendations will be taken into account by

USAID direct hire colleagues who have such decision-making authority regarding funding commitments and obligations.

E. Post Entry Training: USAID will provide training on IPC (Introduction to the Program Cycle) and AOR/COR within the first year of employment. Post entry training will focus on:

(a) USG regulations that govern grants, contracts and field support activities;

(b) USG activity management and procurement systems;

(c) PEPFAR specific objectives, guidelines and procedures; and

(d) USG technical guidance concerning HIV/AIDS strategies, Malaria operations and activities.

Other formal training, attendance at workshops, seminars and conferences (both internal and external) may be provided from time to time depending on the availability of funds and if determined to be in direct support of USAID Health Office’s activities.

II. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION

A. Education

Minimum of a master’s degree in public health, pharmacy, logistics, international health, or social sciences from a recognized institution, business administration, or related field.

B. Prior Work Experience: (25 points)

The incumbent will have at least seven years (at least two years of which must be in an international development setting) of progressively responsible experience in public health, including strategic planning and activity design, program planning, budgeting, monitoring, and evaluation. Demonstrated technical leadership, program management, strategic planning, policy experience and problem-solving skills working on complex projects in a highly sensitive environment are required. Preference will be given to those candidates with proven knowledge and experience with USG or similar International Organizations programs, procedures and systems for program design, procurement, implementation, management and monitoring.

C. Language Proficiency: (10 points)

Level III English and French level IV are required. The USG reserves the right to test proficiency in either language.

D. Job Knowledge: (20 points)

The incumbent must have expert professional knowledge of health commodity security and procurement and supply chain principles, concepts, and practices. S/he should have practical knowledge on all aspects of the logistics cycle including product selection, quantification and procurement, inventory management, monitoring and reporting, and organization, staffing, and budgeting. S/he should also understand how to advise government counterparts on procurement and supply chain policies, technical guidelines, and regulatory requirements. Knowledge of logistics software is essential.

S/he must have a demonstrated knowledge of the principles, techniques and accepted procedures of program design and strategic planning, management, budgeting and performance monitoring. In addition to deep technical knowledge and experience with health supply chain management, s/he must have a detailed understanding of USG or similar International Organizations and host government operations and methods of collaboration, as well as an understanding of the structure and functions of PMI and PEPFAR.

S/he must also have experience in the developing country context, and a good understanding of the West African social, cultural and political environment.

E. Skills and Abilities: (20 points)

Specific skills and abilities are critical for this position. The SCSCA should:

a. Demonstrable skills are required in working effectively with health personnel of diverse cultural backgrounds, negotiating agreements on matters of program strategy and performance, writing, administration, and management. Ability to navigate and manage politically sensitive issues related to malaria control.

b. Have excellent interpersonal skills, tact and diplomacy required to establish and maintain a wide range of senior-level and working-level contacts with a variety of donor agencies and other government, non-governmental and private sector partners.

c. Demonstrate ability to work effectively within a team in a multicultural setting, and to supervise and mentor others.

d. Have strong management and analytical skills in order to strategize, develop and implement effective programs;

and strong financial management and administrative skills used to track the performance of implementing partners.

e. Have ability to interpret regulatory directives and related guidance.

f. Have excellent written and oral English and French language communication skills; Level III English and French level IV are required.

g. Be able to produce concise, clear reports, and utilize word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.

h. In addition, the incumbent must have proven skills in capacity building and mentoring local staff in a developing country.

F. Teamwork and Interpersonal Skills: (15 points)

Excellent leadership, communications and interpersonal skills are critical to this position. The incumbent must have the following:

(a) Must be able to work effectively with a broad range of USG personnel and partners and have demonstrated skills in donor coordination and collaboration. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment to achieve consensus on policy, program and administrative matters is a must.

(b) Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate highly technical health information to both health and non-health audiences, and achieve consensus on policy, project, research, and administrative matters.

G. Communication, and Computer Skills: (10 points)

The incumbent must have the following:

(a) Proven ability to communicate quickly, clearly and concisely – both orally and in writing in English and French.

(b) Demonstrated ability to make sensitive oral presentations logically and persuasively to senior USG and Government of Côte d’Ivoire officials and other donors.

(c) Excellent verbal communication skills, tact and diplomacy are required to establish and develop sustainable working relationships at the highest level and a high level of trust with public/private organizations. Verbal communication skills are also used to negotiate activity plans and resolve activity implementation issues with counterparts, partners and team members.

(d) Ability to communicate technical information to health and non-health audiences. Excellent written communication skills are required to prepare regular and ad hoc reports, activity documentation and briefing papers.

(e) Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook, Access, SPSS and other statistical and other relevant software) are required for effectively operating in this position. Good computer skills are required to implement, analyze, and monitor, and manage activity goals, inputs, outcomes, and achievements, both program and impact.

III. EVALUATION FACTORS/SELECTION CRITERIA

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

The following factors will be the basis for the evaluation of applications meeting the required minimum qualifications. All applications will be evaluated based on the documentation submitted with the application.

USAID reserves the right to contact your previous employers for relevant information concerning your performance and may consider such information in its evaluation. The highest-ranking applicants may be selected for an interview, but an interview is not always necessary.

A. Education

Minimum of a master’s degree in public health, pharmacy, logistics, international health, or social sciences from a recognized institution, business administration, or related field.

B. Prior Work Experience: (25 points)

The incumbent will have at least seven years (at least two years of which must be in an international development setting) of progressively responsible experience in public health, including strategic planning and activity design, program planning, budgeting, monitoring, and evaluation. Demonstrated technical leadership, program management, strategic planning, policy experience and problem-solving skills working on complex projects in a highly sensitive environment are required. Preference will be given to those candidates with proven knowledge and experience with USG or similar International Organizations programs, procedures and systems for program design, procurement, implementation, management and monitoring.

C. Language Proficiency: (10 points)

Level III English and French level IV are required. The USG reserves the right to test proficiency in either language.

https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far

D. Job Knowledge: (20 points)

The incumbent must have expert professional knowledge of health commodity security and procurement and supply chain principles, concepts, and practices. S/he should have practical knowledge on all aspects of the logistics cycle including product selection, quantification and procurement, inventory management, monitoring and reporting, and organization, staffing, and budgeting. S/he should also understand how to advise government counterparts on procurement and supply chain policies, technical guidelines, and regulatory requirements. Knowledge of logistics software is essential.

S/he must have a demonstrated knowledge of the principles, techniques and accepted procedures of program design and strategic planning, management, budgeting and performance monitoring. In addition to deep technical knowledge and experience with health supply chain management, s/he must have a detailed understanding of USG or similar International Organizations and host government operations and methods of collaboration, as well as an understanding of the structure and functions of PMI and PEPFAR.

S/he must also have experience in the developing country context, and a good understanding of the West African social, cultural and political environment.

E. Skills and Abilities: (20 points)

Specific skills and abilities are critical for this position. The SCSCA should:

a. Demonstrable skills are required in working effectively with health personnel of diverse cultural backgrounds, negotiating agreements on matters of program strategy and performance, writing, administration, and management. Ability to navigate and manage politically sensitive issues related to malaria control.

b. Have excellent interpersonal skills, tact and diplomacy required to establish and maintain a wide range of senior-level and working-level contacts with a variety of donor agencies and other government, non-governmental and private sector partners.

c. Demonstrate ability to work effectively within a team in a multicultural setting, and to supervise and mentor others.

d. Have strong management and analytical skills in order to strategize, develop and implement effective programs;

and strong financial management and administrative skills used to track the performance of implementing partners.

e. Have ability to interpret regulatory directives and related guidance.

f. Have excellent written and oral English and French language communication skills; Level III English and French level IV are required.

g. Be able to produce concise, clear reports, and utilize word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.

h. In addition, the incumbent must have proven skills in capacity building and mentoring local staff in a developing country.

F. Teamwork and Interpersonal Skills: (15 points)

Excellent leadership, communications and interpersonal skills are critical to this position. The incumbent must have the following:

(a) Must be able to work effectively with a broad range of USG personnel and partners and have demonstrated skills in donor coordination and collaboration. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment to achieve consensus on policy, program and administrative matters is a must.

(b) Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate highly technical health information to both health and non-health audiences, and achieve consensus on policy, project, research, and administrative matters.

G. Communication, and Computer Skills: (10 points)

The incumbent must have the following:

(a) Proven ability to communicate quickly, clearly and concisely – both orally and in writing in English and French.

(b) Demonstrated ability to make sensitive oral presentations logically and persuasively to senior USG and Government of Côte d’Ivoire officials and other donors.

(c) Excellent verbal communication skills, tact and diplomacy are required to establish and develop sustainable working relationships at the highest level and a high level of trust with public/private organizations. Verbal communication skills are also used to negotiate activity plans and resolve activity implementation issues with counterparts, partners and team members.

(d) Ability to communicate technical information to health and non-health audiences. Excellent written communication skills are required to prepare regular and ad hoc reports, activity documentation and briefing papers.

(e) Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook, Access, SPSS and other statistical and other relevant software) are required for effectively operating in this position. Good computer skills are required to implement, analyze, and monitor, and manage activity goals, inputs, outcomes, and achievements, both program and impact.

IV. SUBMITTING AN OFFER

1. Eligible offerors 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.

2. Offers must be received by the closing date and time specified in Section I, item 3, and submitted to the Point of Contact in Section I.

3. Offeror submissions must clearly reference the Solicitation number on all offeror submitted documents.

4. A Cover Letter of not more than one (1) page.

5. A current CV/resume. The CV/resume must contain sufficient relevant information to evaluate the Offers 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.

6. Applicants also must address the above Evaluation Factors, in a Summary Statement to be included in the Offers. This Summary Statement, limited to 500 words per factor, 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.

7. Applicants must provide a minimum of three (3) professional references, one (1) of which must be a current or former supervisor. USAID reserves the right to contact previous employers to verify http://www.usaid.gov/forms employment history. If the offeror had a previous position with USAID, the TEC and/or CO may obtain reference checks from the previous supervisor(s) or CO(s). Applicants must provide e-mail addresses and/or working telephone numbers for all references.

8. Copies of diplomas, certificates or relevant degrees may be included to corroborate the CV/resume.

9. Applicants must provide their full mailing address with telephone, facsimile numbers (if available) and email address and should retain for their records copies of all enclosures that accompany their submission.

10. Submit applications via email to accrapsc@usaid.gov

V. LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS PRIOR TO AWARD

The CO will provide instructions about how to complete and submit the following forms after an offeror is selected for the contract award:

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

1. Offeror Information for Personal Services Contracts with Individuals (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.

VI. BENEFITS

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

1. BENEFITS:

(a) Employer's FICA Contribution

(b) Contribution toward Health & Life Insurance

(c) Pay Comparability Adjustment

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

(e) Eligibility for Worker's Compensation

(f) Annual and Sick Leave

(g) Holidays

*Note: A US citizen’s salary will be subject to employee’s FICA and Medicare contribution.

http://www.usaid.gov/forms/

2. ALLOWANCES:

Section numbers refer to rules from the Department of State Standardized Regulations (Government Civilians Foreign Areas), available at http://aoprals.state.gov/content.asp?content_id=231&menu_id=92

(a) Temporary Quarter Subsistence Allowance (Section 120)

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

(c) Post Differential (Chapter 500)

VII. TAXES

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

VIII. USAID REGULATIONS, POLICIES AND CONTRACT CLAUSES

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

a. 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.

b. Contract Cover Page form AID 309-1 available at https://www.usaid.gov/forms. Pricing by line item is to be determined upon contract award as described below:

ITEM NO SUPPLIES/SERVICES (DESCRIPTION) QTY UNIT UNIT

PRICE

AMOUNT (F)

0001 Base Period - Compensation, Fringe Benefits and Other Direct Costs (ODCs)

- Award Type: PSC

- Product Service Code: R497

- Accounting Info: TBD

2 LOT $ TBD $TBD at Award after negotiations

1001 Option 1 - Compensation, Fringe Benefits and Other Direct Costs (ODCs)

- Award Type: PSC

- Product Service Code: R497

- Accounting Info: TBD

1 LOT $ TBD $TBD at Award after negotiations

2001 Option 2 - Compensation, Fringe Benefits and Other Direct Costs (ODCs)

- Award Type: PSC

- Product Service Code: R497

- Accounting Info: TBD

1 LOT $ TBD $TBD at Award after negotiations

3001 Option 3 - Compensation, Fringe Benefits and Other Direct Costs (ODCs)

- Award Type: PSC

- Product Service Code: R497 Accounting Info: TBD

1 LOT $ TBD $TBD at Award after negotiations

c. 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.

http://aoprals.state.gov/content.asp?content_id=231&amp%3Bamp%3Bmenu_id=92 https://www.usaid.gov/sites/default/files/documents/1868/aidar_0.pdf 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 http://www.usaid.gov/work-usaid/aapds-cibs

d. 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 .

e. PSC Ombudsman: The PSC Ombudsman serves as a resource for any Personal Services

Contractor who has entered into a contract with the United States Agency for International Development and is available to provide clarity on their specific contract with the agency.

Please visit our page for additional information: https://www.usaid.gov/partner-with-us/acquisition-assistance-ombudsman/psc-ombudsman.

f. FAR Provisions Incorporated by Reference 52.204-27

PROHIBITION ON A BYTEDANCE COVERED APPLICATION (JUN 2023)

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