PEPFAR CO USPSC SOL (FINAL) - CO Signed.pdf

SOLICITATION NUMBER: 72063324R00002

ISSUANCE DATE: April 12,2024 CLOSING DATE/TIME: May 11, 2024 (17:00 Local Time, Pretoria, South Africa)

SUBJECT: Solicitation for U.S. Personal Service Contractor (USPSC)

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 Attachment 1 of this solicitation. Incomplete or unsigned offers will not be considered. Offerors should retain copies of all offer materials for their records.

USAID will evaluate all offerors based on the stated evaluation criteria. USAID encourages all individuals, including those from disadvantaged and under-represented groups, to respond to the solicitation.

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 the offer.

Any questions must be directed in writing to the Point of Contact specified in the attachment 1.

Sincerely, Ifeoma Ezeh Contracting Officer

ATTACHMENT 1 72063324R00002

I. GENERAL INFORMATION

1. SOLICITATION NO.: 72063324R00002

2. ISSUANCE DATE: April 12, 2024

3. CLOSING DATE/TIME: May 11, 2024, 17:00 Local Time, Pretoria, South Africa

4. POINT OF CONTACT: Kim Sias email at ksias@usaid.gov

5. POSITION TITLE: PEPFAR Coordinator – Botswana

6. MARKET VALUE: $104,604.00- $ 135,987.00 equivalent to GS-14

Final compensation will be negotiated within the above value and will include Locality Pay for domestic USPSCs based on the location of the Official USAID Worksite, or the approved alternative worksite if approved for remote work. USPSCs performing overseas are not entitled to Locality Pay.

7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: USAID/Botswana

Overseas USPSCs and TCNPSCs not subject to the local compensation plan may be authorized telework or remote work only from a location within the country of performance, in accordance with Mission policy. Telework or remote work from outside the country of performance may only be authorized in certain situations in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract.

8. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: The base period will be one year, estimated to start in August 2024. Based on Agency need, the Contracting Officer may exercise (an) additional option period(s) for one year for the date(s) estimated as follows:

9. ELIGIBLE OFFERORS: United States (U.S.) Citizens (if an applicant qualifies as a Resident Hire, they will be treated as such).

o U.S. CITIZEN: U.S. national (USN) means an individual who is a U.S. citizen, or a non-U.S.

citizen lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the United States.

o RESIDENT HIRE: Resident hire means a U.S. citizen who, at the time of hire as a PSC, resides in the cooperating country as a spouse or dependent of a U.S. citizen employed by a U.S. government agency or under any U.S. government-financed contract or agreement, or for reasons other than for employment with a U.S. government agency or under any U.S. government-financed contract or agreement. A U.S. citizen for purposes of this definition also includes persons who at the time of contracting are lawfully admitted

Base Period August 2024- August 2025

Option Period 1 August 2025- August 2026 permanent residents of the United States.

10. SECURITY LEVEL REQUIRED: Employment Authorization- Secret Clearance Level

11. STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Background The President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) initiative is the largest commitment ever by a nation toward an international health initiative for a single disease. The Office of U.S. Global AIDS Coordinator and Special Representative for Global Health Diplomacy, U.S. Department of State, Global Health Security and Diplomacy Bureau is responsible for implementing PEPFAR. To control and ultimately end the HIV/AIDS epidemic, collective efforts are needed to sustain existing gains while addressing the needs of targeted key and priority populations to stem the rise of new infections. Led by Global Health Security and Diplomacy Bureau PEPFAR’s strategic vision, Reimagining PEPFAR’s Strategic Direction Fulfilling America’s Promise to end the HIV /AIDS Pandemic by 2030, PEPFAR aims to accelerate the path to respond and end the HIV/AIDS pandemic as a public health threat by 2030 by reaching the global 95-95-95 treatment targets across all ages, genders, and populations groups, reducing the number of new HIV infections through effective prevention and treatment, and sustainably strengthening public health systems.

The PEPFAR program in Botswana combines the talents of staff members and operational partners from the Department of State (DOS), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), and the Peace Corps (PC) to implement an integrated HIV/AIDS program. These entities have come together to create a program that has supported activities in Botswana that allowed for rapid, unprecedented expansion of programs and services across HIV prevention, care, treatment, and health systems strengthening activities. In partnership with the Government of Botswana, the Global Fund, and other donors, Botswana has achieved and surpassed the UNAIDS 95-95-95 treatment goals. The Botswana AIDS Impact Survey V (BAIS V) was the first population-based survey to confirm achievement of UNAIDS 95-95-95 goals in sub-Saharan Africa. The survey showed that 95 percent of people living with HIV in Botswana were aware of their status, 98 percent of those aware of their status were on antiretroviral therapy (also known as ART), and 98 percent of those on ART achieved viral load suppression.

GENERAL PRINCIPLES AND FUNCTIONS

The PEPFAR Coordinator will serve as the coordination leader for activities funded under PEPFAR in Botswana. Priority areas of responsibility include:

● Coordinates and facilitates the development of planning, budgeting, and reporting to Global Health Security and Diplomacy Bureau PEPFAR (GHSD PEPFAR); serves as primary expert on annual Country Operational Plan (COP) development for interagency team;

disseminates and explains guidance to PEPFAR team; and coordinates with agencies to ensure implementing partners understand annual requirements.

● As requested by GHSD PEPFAR Leadership, responds to GHSD and PEPFAR headquarters' routine and ad hoc requests for information and reports in a timely manner. Interfaces with the interagency to ensure timely submission of all PEPFAR documents including the COP, the Annual Program Results (APR), and all other required documentation and reporting.

● Coordinates interagency task teams as appropriate and reports back to GHSD PEPFAR Leadership, US Mission Gaborone Front Office, and PEPFAR / Botswana interagency Leadership on completion of assigned tasks.

● Prepares and disseminates periodic internal and external updates/status reports on PEPFAR in Botswana. Keeps agencies on track for reprogramming, results reporting, etc.

and provides all requisite related documentation to GHSD PEPFAR. Documents interagency decisions, drafts minutes, and prepares memos as appropriate.

● Supports public diplomacy efforts led by the Embassy's Public Affairs Office.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The PEPFAR Coordinator will serve as the coordination leader for activities funded under PEPFAR in Botswana. Priority areas of responsibility include:

1) Coordinate efforts of PEPFAR Botswana team to meet requirements of PEPFAR program.

● Serve as the primary point of contact and coordinator of activities from the Department of

State, Global Health Security and Diplomacy Bureau Office of U.S. Global AIDS Coordinator and Special Representative for Global Health Diplomacy for the Embassy Front Office to PEPFAR programs in Botswana.

● Play a critical role in the planning, implementation, and reporting on interagency program performance.

● Ensure communication and effective deliberation regarding PEPFAR guidance from Washington for program plans and activities to be submitted to the U.S. Global AIDS Coordinator and Special Representative for Global Health Diplomacy for approval.

● Coordinate, facilitate, communicate, negotiate, and ensure implementation and follow-up of technical recommendations for all program elements included in the Country Operational Plan (COP). COP development is an ongoing, year-round activity, which reflects the implementation of the overall strategic plan and development of essential reprogramming activities and communications with the ALs and GHSD PEPFAR. The PEPFAR Coordinator is responsible for organization of the USG team, portfolio reviews, engagement with GoB officials, and consultation with stakeholders in preparation of the

COP.

● Provide appropriate reporting to keep the ALs informed on all substantive communications between the PEPFAR Coordinator and GHSD- PEPFAR;

● Lead the coordination, development, and the submission of semi-annual and annual reports and other documentation as required by GHSD- PEPFAR;

● Engage with GHSD – PEPFAR regularly on headquarters initiatives and guidance, maintain good communication, and share information timely with the Botswana team.

● Support GHSD- PEPFAR and other headquarters visits.

● The PEPFAR Coordinator is, in general, not a technical director of PEPFAR programs.

● The PEPFAR Coordinator must play an agency-neutral coordinating role.

2) Organize internal USG Botswana PEPFAR team functions.

● Facilitate communications between and among the various USG departments and agencies.

● Under the direction of the COM and/or the DCM, ensure the establishment, organization, functioning, and reporting of the ALs in achieving the objectives of PEPFAR Botswana.

● In collaboration with ALs, facilitate meetings and completion of deliverables, ensure adequate leadership of the technical working groups (TWGs) to include periodic rotation of TWG leadership, support agenda setting and reporting by the TWGs to interagency leadership.

● Organize AL and PEPFAR team meetings – including the circulation of agendas in advance, and meeting minutes.

● Coordinate PEPFAR Botswana calendars and schedules.

● Update and implement PEPFAR Botswana SOPs.

3) Support Embassy Front Office

● Support the COM and DCM as the head(s) of the in-country PEPFAR program and the final decision maker(s) for PEPFAR in Botswana.

● Represent the COM and DCM, as necessary, with external partners to include government, non-governmental organizations, international organizations, and the press.

● In consultation with the ALs, provide advice and counsel to the COM and DCM on all matters related to HIV/AIDS in Botswana.

● Support Front Office PEPFAR activities, briefings, and requests.

● Share information: reports, guidelines, and developments with COM and DCM.

● Enlist COM and/or DCM as needed for engagement with the USG team, the GoB and external stakeholders, and with GHSD PEPFAR.

4) Serve as Primary Point of Contact with GoB in Bilateral PEPFAR Structures

● Organize Steering Committee meetings, senior management committee meetings, and technical working group (TWG) and technical working group work stream meetings;

prepare agendas, presentations, and minutes; ensure engagements are productive, efficient, and fit for purpose.

● Engage with GoB officials and maintain relationships outside of formal structures in support of PEPFAR program;

● Organize and implement local-level GoB engagement plans.

● Ensure constant and consistent PEPFAR-GoB engagement at all levels and throughout the year.

● Note: While the PEPFAR Coordinator is the primary contact with the GoB for PEPFAR

Botswana activities, other PEPFAR agencies will have direct contact with the GoB at all levels appropriate to coordinate implementation of their activities as agreed upon in approved COP activities.

5) Manage PEPFAR Coordination Office (PCO)

● Manage the PCO staffing plan and supervise PCO staff.

● Supervise PCO staff to ensure that members share information, execute their individual and group duties, and are working collaboratively within the interagency PEPFAR team.

● Develop and maintain PCO operating budget. Advocate for additional resources as needed.

6) Support Visitors

● Serve as the central coordinator for visitors relevant to the PEPFAR portfolio (e.g., Congressional Delegations, high level technical visits);

● Support visits with agendas and briefing materials.

7) Manage PEPFAR Communications

● Support representational activities, in collaboration with the interagency and partners, to include preparing speeches for delivery by the COM/DCM, creating background materials for key PEPFAR activities, and supporting the development of public facing materials in collaboration with the Public Diplomacy Section (PD).

● Together with PD, the PEPFAR Communications Specialist, and the interagency, design and implement PEPFAR communication and information plan. Responsible for organizing and maintaining public outreach events and fact sheets.

8) Engage with Stakeholders

● Ensure effective coordination and communication between the PEPFAR team and the various HIV coordinating bodies in Botswana.

● Engage with stakeholders in support of PEPFAR objectives, including UNAIDS, WHO, PEPFAR implementers, Global Fund, other donors, civil society, private sector, and the research community.

● S/he must be able to travel throughout Botswana as/when necessary, in support of the success of HIV/AIDS policies and programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

● Professional Degree at the graduate level or equivalent required, such as a Master’s

Degree in Public Health or in a health-related field, or a Master’s Degree in Public Policy, Law, Administration, or International Relations.

Prior Work Experience:

● This position requires at least seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience working internationally in the design, implementation, management, and evaluation of development programs, preferably with significant experience in HIV/AIDS programs, including management and supervisory responsibility of an office or team. Prior experience in sub-Saharan Africa is a plus.

Technical Knowledge:

● Knowledge of public health issues and donor, bilateral or multilateral assistance programs required. HIV/AIDS knowledge required.

Skills and Abilities:

● Experience working directly with senior-level government officials and/or multilateral and donor agency representatives.

● Demonstrated experience using strong negotiation, analytical, and program coordination skills across a variety of stakeholders.

● Ability to coordinate complex programs that require cooperation between multiple agencies/organizations.

● Expertise in one or more areas related to the HIV/AIDS response, such as care and treatment, prevention, orphans and vulnerable children, key populations, program evaluation, and financial monitoring and analysis.

● Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of PEPFAR policies and programming parameters.

● Advanced written communication skills based on layout of the application package submitted.

● Expertise in developing and coordinating programs, time-sensitive plans, and complex work projects involving multiple U.S. and Botswana government agencies and external stakeholders.

● Ability to perform at a senior policy level and lead the development and implementation of successful HIV/AIDS policies and programs.

● Possess effective communication and interpersonal skills and abilities to include: the ability to foster and facilitate teamwork and consensus; conflict resolution skills, excellent writing, and oral communication skills; the ability to craft and effectively give technical and organizational presentations in a concise written and oral form.

● Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills to manage and direct other professional staff.

● Display proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Excel, PowerPoint);

● Show the capacity to maintain contacts at all levels of the host government and with stakeholders in the non-governmental arena and report on their performance and concerns. S/he must be able to transmit and interpret host country government and non-governmental sector program-related concerns to senior Mission management.

● Demonstrate fluency in the English language. The incumbent must be able to communicate effectively and accurately with 1) all categories of Mission employees; 2) host government officials at the Minister level and lower; 3) numerous international and local organizations, donors, and other embassies; 4) various Washington-based USG agencies; and 5) the public.

● Demonstrated expertise in the preparation of briefing documents and speeches including participation in the drafting of State Department cables and annual technical, programmatic, and fiscal reports. The incumbent must also be able to prepare, in English, reports, correspondence, and documents in a professional and competent manner requiring little or no editorial changes.

Language Proficiency:

● Fluent ability is required in written and spoken English (Level IV). Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills including a demonstrated ability to present highly technical information, analysis, and recommendations in clear written and oral formats.

POSITION ELEMENTS:

a. Supervision Received: The incumbent will report to the Embassy’s Deputy Chief of Mission (DCM) and will receive direct supervision from him/her. The PEPFAR Country Coordinator is expected to keep the Ambassador and GHSD- PEPFAR Leadership well-briefed on the Botswana PEPFAR program. The DCM and Coordinator will work with USAID staff at the USAID/Southern Africa regional mission in Pretoria for administrative management matters related to his or her contract, benefits, annual appraisals, etc. Although the incumbent will be a senior member of a very dynamic team in a fast-paced environment, he/she must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.

b. Supervision Exercised: This position is designated as supervisory. The incumbent currently supervises six additional positions in the PEPFAR Coordination Office.

c. Available Guidelines: The incumbent is required to understand GHSD- PEPFAR and USG implementing agency policies and procedures which govern Project Activity Management, in addition to established USG administrative operating procedures, policies, and formats. The incumbent will be required to be proactive in keeping abreast of evolving guidelines and policies which affect overall HIV/AIDS activities, including, but not limited to, USG procurement regulations and information systems.

The PEPFAR agencies’ technical staff and counterparts are available as resources to provide advice and guidance.

d. Exercise of Judgment: The incumbent is required to exercise independent judgment and ingenuity to interpret and develop applications and guidelines in devising innovative approaches to resolving technical, administrative, managerial, and/or policy problems. Excellent, balanced judgment must be exercised in setting priorities, ensuring the equities of all interagency partners are fairly represented, and upholding the goals and integrity of the PEPFAR program. In addition, considerable judgment is required in working effectively with officials of the GoB and the private sector, and coordinating multi-sectoral efforts in support of objectives, and in collecting, analyzing and reporting on progress of activities and recommending project actions. The incumbent will also be required to follow and adhere to USG Code of Ethics and Conduct

e. Authority to Make Commitments: The incumbent will have no independent authority to commit funds on behalf of the U.S. government.

g. Complexity:

Work involves varied duties that combine diverse skill sets. These include supervisory;

technical leadership; program planning, oversight, and reporting; financial management, budget tracking and analysis; and relationship management. Issues encountered will therefore vary, ranging in complexity and requiring a high level of analytical ability and independent judgment.

h. Nature, Level, and Purpose of Contacts: The incumbent will be required to maintain solid, constructive working relationships with high level personnel within and outside of the U.S. Mission. The incumbent will be frequently asked to represent the Ambassador and the PEPFAR program on policy, financial, and operational issues in meetings with officials of all levels as well as local and international PEPFAR implementing partners. The incumbent will be required to work closely with GHSD- PEPFAR, U.S. Embassy counterparts, non-governmental officials, private sector representatives, donor institutions, and other local and international groups. The established method of communication/contact will be in person, by phone, or through written communications. The purpose of contact will be: 1) to maintain open lines of communication in support of HIV/AIDS issues, clarify PEPFAR policies, financial, and operational issues; 2) to maintain regular communications regarding the timely management of activity functions and procedures; 3) to collect, obtain, and verify factual information pertaining to program/project planning and implementation; 4) to track existing activities in HIV/AIDS on a regular basis. The purpose of contacts will range from simple information gathering to assisting in the development of complex programs and documents with various partners. Consultations between the incumbent and partners can be held for explaining and assisting with strategizing project proposals and objectives, securing cooperation, resolving problems, obtaining, or furnishing information, and persuading USG staff and counterparts to take actions and accept recommendations.

i. Post Entry Training: USAID and PEPFAR applicable training may be provided.

12. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work requested does not involve undue physical demands.

II. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION

To be considered for the position, an applicant must have the following minimum qualifications:

• Education: Professional Degree at the post-graduate level or equivalent required, such as a

Master’s Degree in Public Health or in a health-related field, or a Master’s Degree in Public

Policy, Law, Administration or International Relations.

• Prior Work Experience: This position requires at least seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience working internationally in the design, implementation, management, and evaluation of development programs, preferably with significant experience in HIV/AIDS programs, including management and supervisory responsibility of an office or team. Prior experience in sub-Saharan Africa is a plus.

III. EVALUATION AND SELECTION FACTORS

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, and points for each, 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. The highest-ranking applicants may be selected for an interview, but an interview is not always guaranteed. USAID may conduct reference checks, including references from individuals who have not been specifically identified by the offeror.

FACTOR #1 - Prior Work Experience – 35 Points

● Minimum of seven (7) years of senior-level experience managing HIV/AIDS or public health programs, with a proven track record in international health, including organization and human capacity development, HIV testing, care and treatment, healthcare finance and/or monitoring and evaluation, especially within Health and HIV/AIDS settings.

● Minimum of four (4) years experience supervising, leading and managing staff.

● Minimum of four (4) years experience coordinating programs that require cooperation between multiple agencies/organizations

● Demonstrated experience successfully interacting with host government officials, civil society partners, or other stakeholders in developing countries supporting public health programs.

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FACTOR #2 – Job Knowledge, Technical Knowledge, and Program Management Experience – 35 Points

● Expertise in one or more program areas related to the HIV/AIDS response, such as care and treatment, prevention, orphans and vulnerable children, key populations, program evaluation, and financial monitoring and analysis.

● Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of PEPFAR policies and programming parameters.

● Demonstrated technical knowledge of HIV/AIDS including knowledge of the principles of communication, monitoring and evaluation.

FACTOR #3 – Skills & Abilities – 30 Points

● Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain a wide range of senior-level and working-level contacts with PEPFAR interagency programs in host-country government, non-governmental, and private sector organizations.

● Demonstrated experience and/or knowledge of fiscal principles or practices to track the financial performance of programs or projects.

● Demonstrated experience and/or knowledge of data analytic techniques used to create reports and strategic plans.

Total possible factor points: 100 points Interview points: 100 points

Selection Process:

● After the closing date for receipt of applications, applications will be reviewed for submission requirements and the established minimum requirements for the position. Applications that meet the minimum requirements will be forwarded to a Technical Evaluation Committee or TEC. The TEC will review each of the forwarded applications against the established evaluation criteria to develop a shortlist of applicants to be tested and possibly interviewed.

● Shortlisted applicants may be further evaluated. Assessments to include English writing, computer and other technical skills may be administered to determine competitively ranked applicants for possible interviews. Competitively ranked applicants may be interviewed.

Reference checks will be made only for the interviewed applicants.

● Following the interview, during which the applicant will be evaluated against the established criteria, the TEC will make a preliminary determination of applicants to be considered for employment and conduct and document reference checks. Please note that references may be solicited from current as well as former supervisors in addition to the references you provided in application packages. References will only be solicited for those interviewed applicants who are being considered for ranking. The applicant’s references must be able to provide substantive information about their past performance and abilities. If an applicant does not wish USAID to contact a current employer for a reference check, this should be stated in the applicant’s cover letter; USAID will delay such reference checks pending the applicant’s concurrence.

● Based on this final input, the TEC will make its final decision on applicant ranking and submit a selection memo to the Contracting Officer (CO) for final determination on whether an offer of employment will be made. Unsuccessful applicants who were interviewed will be contacted and advised of their non-selection. As a positive medical clearance and security certification are a condition of employment, the selected candidate will undergo a stringent investigation prior to employment with USAID/Southern Africa- Botswana.

IV. SUBMITTING AN OFFER

● Eligible offerors are required to complete and submit the offer form AID 309-2, “Offeror Information for Personal Services Contracts, available at http://www.usaid.gov/forms.

● An up-to-date curriculum vitae (CV) or resume: Your CV/resume must contain sufficient relevant information to evaluate the application in accordance with the stated evaluation criteria.

● References: Three (3) references, who are not family members or relatives, with working telephone and e-mail contacts. The references must be able to provide substantive information about your past performance and abilities. USAID reserves the right to contact your previous employers for relevant information concerning your performance and may consider such information in its evaluation of the application.

● Security Clearance: Prior to signing a contract, the selected individual will be required to obtain the appropriate security determination. Instructions for obtaining the security determination will be forwarded to the selected individual once negotiations have been concluded.

● Submissions shall be in accordance with the above information at the place and time specified. In order to be considered for the position a candidate must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the solicitation. 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, vehicle use, etc. Applicants are reminded and required to sign the certification at the end of the AID 309-2.

● 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.

● To ensure consideration of offers for the intended position, Offerors must prominently reference the Solicitation number on submitted documents.

Methods of application submissions: For applicants to be considered for this position the following guidelines will be adhered to and forms completed, signed and submitted to http://www.usaid.gov/forms jobapplications@usaid.gov, to allow the evaluation committee to thoroughly and objectively review your application vis-a-vis the requirements of the position.

For queries please contact: Ms. Kim Sias, Human Resource Assistant, Telephone: +27 12 452 2206, e-mail address: ksias@usaid.gov.

V. LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS PRIOR TO AWARD

The CO will provide instructions about how to complete and submit the forms after an offeror is selected for the contract award. Forms outlined below can be found at http://www.usaid.gov/forms:

1. AID 309-2

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

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

4. Fingerprint Card (FD-258). **

** Forms 2 through 4 shall be completed only upon the advice of the Contracting Officer that an applicant is the successful candidate for the job.

VI. BENEFITS AND ALLOWANCES

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

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

ALLOWANCES:

Section numbers refer to rules from the Department of State Standardized Regulations (Government Civilians Foreign Areas), available at https://aoprals.state.gov/content.asp?content_id=282&menu_id=101

(a) Temporary Quarters Subsistence Allowance (Section 120)

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

(c) Post Allowance (Section 220)

(d) Separate Maintenance Allowance (Section 260)

(e) Education Allowance (Section 270) mailto:jobapplications@usaid.gov mailto:------------@usaid.gov http://www.usaid.gov/forms http://aoprals.state.gov/content.asp?content_id=231&menu_id=92 http://aoprals.state.gov/content.asp?content_id=231&menu_id=92 https://aoprals.state.gov/content.asp?content_id=282&menu_id=101

(f) Education Travel (Section 280)

(g) Post Differential (Chapter 500)

(h) Payments during Evacuation/Authorized Departure (Section 600)

If a Resident Hire USPSC is selected for this position the benefits and allowances will be adjusted as per Mission and AIDAR policy.

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 .

USAID Acquisition Regulation (AIDAR), Appendix J, “Direct USAID Contracts with a Cooperating Country National and with a 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 Pricing by line item is to be determined upon contract award as described below:

LINE ITEMS

ITEM

NO

(A)

SUPPLIES/SERVICES (DESCRIPTION)

(B)

QUANTITY

(C)

UNIT

(D)

UNIT

PRICE

(E)

AMOUNT

(F)

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

- Award Type: Cost

-Product Service Code: R497

-Accounting Info:

1 LOT $TBD $TBD at Award after negotiatio ns with

Contractor http://www.usaid.gov/sites/default/files/documents/1868/aidar_0.pdf http://www.usaid.gov/sites/default/files/documents/1868/aidar_0.pdf http://www.usaid.gov/sites/default/files/documents/1868/aidar_0.pdf http://www.usaid.gov/sites/default/files/documents/1868/aidar_0.pdf http://www.usaid.gov/sites/default/files/documents/1868/aidar_0.pdf http://www.usaid.gov/sites/default/files/documents/1868/aidar_0.pdf http://www.usaid.gov/forms

Option Period 1 – Compensation, Fringe Benefits and Other Direct

Costs (ODCs)

- Award Type: Cost

-Product Service Code: R497

-Accounting Info:

1 LOT $TBD $TBD at Award after negotiatio ns with

Contractor

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

5. 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 more information:

https://www.usaid.gov/work-usaid/personal-service-contracts-ombudsman

The PSC Ombudsman may be contacted via: PSCombudsman@usaid.gov

6. FAR Provisions Incorporated by Reference.

52.204-27 Prohibition on a ByteDance Covered Application (Jun 2023)

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