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SOLICITATION NO.: 72061523R00010

ISSUANCE DATE: May 24, 2023

CLOSING DATE/TIME: June 13, 2023, 04:30 p.m. (Nairobi Time)

SUBJECT: Solicitation for U.S. Personal Services Contractor (USPSC) Program Office Director, GS-15

Dear Prospective Offerors:

The United States Government, represented by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is seeking applications from qualified U.S. Citizens and/or U.S Resident Aliens to provide personal services under contract as described in this solicitation.

Offers must be in accordance with the solicitation instructions. Offerors should retain copies of all offer materials for their records. Offers must be submitted electronically via email to nairobipscjobs@usaid.gov by the closing date and time indicated above. Late, incomplete, or unsigned offers will not be considered.

Scanned copies are accepted by email. Applicants must prominently reference the solicitation number in the application submission.

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, -s-

Matthew Corbin

Supervisory Executive Officer http://kenya.usaid.gov/ http://kenya.usaid.gov/ mailto:usaidke@usaid.gov mailto:nairobipscjobs@usaid.gov

Attachment 1: Sol_72061523R00010

I. GENERAL INFORMATION

1. SOLICITATION NO.: 72061523R00010

2. ISSUANCE DATE: May 24, 2023

3. CLOSING DATE AND TIME FOR RECEIPT OF OFFERS: June 13, 2023, at 04:30 p.m.

(Nairobi Time)

4. POINT OF CONTACT: Executive Office/Human Resources, Patrick Bii < pbii@usaid.gov> and

Noel Sikasa <nsikasa@usaid.gov>

5. POSITION TITLE: U.S PSC Program Office Director

6. MARKET VALUE: $117,518 to $152,771 annually equivalent to GS-15. Final compensation will be negotiated within the listed market value. USPSCs performing overseas are not entitled to

Locality Pay.

7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Nairobi, Kenya. Overseas USPSCs may be authorized to 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: One year with one six-months option. Exercise of options will depend on continuing need of services, availability of funds, successful performance, and requisite approvals.

9. ELIGIBLE OFFERORS: U.S. Citizens and/or U.S Resident Aliens1. Citizenship, if dual, must be clearly stated.

10. SECURITY LEVEL REQUIRED: Secret

11. STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Background/Introduction

USAID/Kenya and East Africa's (KEA) 2020-2025 strategy aims to improve governance, health, and market systems; increase the resilience of vulnerable populations, address climate change; and catalyze economic growth. USAID/KEA’s staff, procurement procedures, and development approaches are enabling co-creation of technical implementation frameworks with 13 ministries currently. USAID/KEA’s County

Liaison Teams (CLT) actively engage with county officials, and Local Development Organizations (LDO) composed of hundreds of local NGOs and created with Mission support are enabling more effective civil society and private sector engagement with county governments and donors.

USAID/KEA is among the largest Missions globally with 297 staff. The Mission administers 113 grants and contracts valued at $3.5 billion including over $1.3 billion with Kenyan organizations. Due to the

1 U.S. resident alien means a non-U.S. citizen lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the United States.

mailto:pbii@usaid.gov political priority and high visibility of the embassy, USAID/KEA supports nearly monthly VIP visits including recent visits from the First Lady, the Secretary of State, and Administrator Power.

Through its Regional Development Cooperation Strategy (RDCS) 2020-2025, USAID/KEA complements bilateral efforts with solutions that enhance regional resilience, advance economic systems, and foster East

African regional stability. The program focuses on strengthening an "East African-led" foundation for a more self-reliant, prosperous, and stable East Africa.

Statement of Duties to be Performed.

The incumbent serves as the acting Office Director to the Strategic Planning and Analysis Office (SPA) for USAID/KEA and has extensive management and oversight responsibilities. S/he serves as the acting

Supervisory Program Officer (SPO) and manages seven teams within SPA while working closely with the

Front Office on advancing key Mission and Washington, DC priorities. S/he provides expert advice on all program office functions including strategic planning, project design, monitoring and evaluation, budgeting, localization, environmental compliance and reporting for both the Kenya bilateral and the East

Africa Regional platforms. As SPA Director, s/he guides Mission technical offices across the program cycle as well as resource allocation to ensure optimal program choices and overall program effectiveness.

The incumbent will lead and advise on how to strengthen USAID relationships with key regional institutions as well as with GoK. S/he reports to the Deputy Mission Director.

A. Supervision and Leadership

● Serves as a senior member of Mission staff with full responsibility for the management of SPA and provides expert program advice on all issues relating to the Program Cycle. As U.S. citizen personal services contractors (USPSCs) may not supervise U.S. direct-hire employees of USAID or other U.S.

Government agencies (but may supervise USPSCs and non-U.S. citizen employees) supervision of the office’s direct-hire employees will be assumed by the responsible Deputy Mission Director.

● Provide Mission management support to the U.S. Ambassador, USAID Mission Director, Deputy

Chief of Mission, and other members of the U.S. Country Team. This includes coordinating high level meetings, budgeting and reporting requirements across the whole of government for all foreign assistance funding to Kenya.

● Provide clear leadership across SPA and the Mission to ensure effective completion of Agency and/or

Mission deliverables including but not limited to standard processes and program cycle tasks or last minute information requests that may cut across the program cycle (strategy, budget, planning, monitoring evaluation and learning, VIP briefers, etc.) with short turnaround times.

● Mentor SPA staff to strengthen team leadership and program functions across the office. Advise SPA teams on approaches to better provide a strong balance between robust customer service to the

USAID/KEA technical teams and meeting Agency program cycle deliverables.

● Provide direct supervision to four staff in SPA, including two deputy office directors; one Information

Specialist, and one administrative assistant. As Office Director, the incumbent will also be responsible for overall supervision of all teams and staff within SPA which includes four USDHs, two offshore

U.S. Personal Service Contractors (USPSCs), three local hire PSCs, and 23 FSNs.

● Lead negotiations with GOK officials, frequently at the Ministerial level, on strategic direction, budget allocations, grant agreements/amendments, and making recommendations and providing solutions, as appropriate.

B. Portfolio Planning and Management

● Provide major programmatic and planning input on all aspects of decision-making in USAID/KEA, with particular emphasis on overseeing program strategy development and coherence; project and activity development; budgeting; monitoring and evaluation, Localization, host country, donor, and partner.

● Lead SPA and senior management teams to realize effective Mission-wide strategic level Performance

Management Plan (PMP), portfolio reviews, quarterly financial reviews and tracking of project design and procurement timelines.

● Lead the Regional portfolio and provide expert engagement with three Regional Intergovernmental

Organizations; The East African Community (EAC); The Intergovernmental Authority on

Development (IGAD); and The Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA).

● Provide direction and guidance to the mission on senior level interpretation of USAID Agency regulations as it pertains to implementing program cycle processes.

C. Reporting and Communication

● Coordinate the production of major Mission programming documents for USAID/Washington including the Mission’s Country Development Cooperation Strategy, Regional Development

Cooperation Strategy, Operational Plan, Performance Plan and Report, Mission Resource Request, Congressional Notifications, etc. Helps ensure quality, compliance with regulations and guidance, and clear and compelling representation of the USAID/KEA strategy and portfolio.

● Oversee performance management practices in the Mission, including management of a support contract (Localization, Inclusion, and Sustainability Activity [LISA]), maintenance of the performance management plan, evaluation schedule, and implementation of a Geographic Information System, MAPS.

● With the Mission Director and/or Deputy Mission Director(s), frequently called to brief and participate in negotiations with Senior GOK officials and high-level U.S. Government (USG) visitors.

Prepare/clear briefing papers, notes and presentations on the USAID/KEA portfolio.

D. Representation

● Frequently engages high-level Congressional and Executive Branch visitors focused on the nature of

U.S. assistance programs in Kenya.

● Guide the mission in planning and improving the USAID and U.S. Government (USG) development portfolio.

● Facilitates overall donor and partner coordination efforts, including a broad donor effort.

● Liaise with regional counterparts, USG stakeholders, donors and others as required to further

USAID/KEA development objectives.

Position Elements

Supervision Received: The Supervisory Program Officer works under the direct supervision of the

Deputy Mission Director or his/her designee.

Supervision Exercised: The incumbent will advise in his/her area of responsibility several other SPA staff as needed including TCNs, FSNs and USPSCs. The incumbent will serve as the Supervisory Program

Office Director. Supervision of the office’s direct hire employees will be assumed by the responsible

Deputy Mission Director, as U.S. citizen personal services contractors (USPSCs) may not supervise U.S.

direct-hire employees of USAID or other U.S. Government agencies, but may supervise USPSCs and non-

U.S. citizen employees.

Available Guidelines: The incumbent must understand and be knowledgeable of guidelines which include Agency regulations, Automated Directive System requirements, Africa Bureau procedural guidance, Agency procurement guidance, Mission Orders and professional development literature.

Complexity: USAID/KEA’s activity portfolio is complex, consisting of both purely regional activities as well as bilateral activities that are implemented in the East African region. As a result, the Supervisory Program Officer will be responsible for coordination surrounding strategic program and implementation functions for USAID/KEA. Due to this complexity, the Supervisory Program Officer must be able to assess alternatives and interpret Agency policies and guidelines accordingly.

Exercise of Judgment: A high degree of independent judgment is required in providing guidance and advice to the program office team and to Technical Offices, reviewing program documentation, and managing assigned programming actions and tasks such as coordinating input for the Operational Plan, Performance Plan Report, organizing portfolio reviews, or coordinating implementation of local solutions or client mission support.

Authority to Make Commitments: Within mission delegations and job responsibilities only.

Scope and Effect: Provides guidance and senior level advice to USAID/KEA to support technical teams on the relationship of projects to Development Objectives, works across several sectors to creatively identify common points of interest and best practices. Assists the SPA team to coordinate strategic program and implementation functions for USAID/KEA.

Personal Contacts: Personal contacts include USAID/KEA and USAID/KEA staff, U.S. Embassy personnel, USAID/KEA implementing partners and other concerned stakeholders. S/he will have contact with missions in the region as well. S/he must have the ability to represent USG interests by communicating effectively in English, using a great deal of tact, diplomacy, and technical knowledge as it pertains to senior management levels.

Nature, Level and Purpose of Contacts: Contacts are established and maintained internally with the

USAID/KEA Front Office, USAID/KEA Technical and lifeline Offices, and mission working groups to lead the Mission’s programming and program reporting requirements. Externally, the incumbent may serve as the mission interface with regional partners; senior government of Kenya officials and with client missions on program support. He/she may also be required to communicate and coordinate with key officials in USAID/Washington, State Department, F Bureau, and senior staff with regional implementing partners, U.S. Embassies, other USG agencies, and other donors related to program coordination and implementation in the East Africa region.

Physical Demands and Work Conditions: The incumbent will be physically located at the U.S. Embassy USAID building in Nairobi and will be expected to attend meetings and/or events.

Travel requirements: The work may require the incumbent will be expected to travel within Kenya and possibly to provide support to client missions in East Africa. Travel to the field can be physically demanding, including transport on unpaved roads and rudimentary conditions.

Support Items: The employee will be provided with the support services, equipment, and supplies necessary to perform the work. This will include shared office equipment (such as printer, scanner and shredder), and a workstation that includes a desk, computer, file cabinets, and network access, with the possibility for mobile computing devices based on need and Mission management approval.

Sunday Pay is not authorized.

12. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The primary location of work will be on the U.S. Embassy/USAID compound in Nairobi, Kenya. No special demands are required to perform the work.

II. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION

The U. PSC Office Director must meet the following requirements in education and professional experience:

Education:

Minimum of a master’s degree in economics, business, international development, sociology, anthropology, management, public administration, or other related social sciences, or discipline is required.

Work Experience:

Minimum of 13-15 years of progressively responsible professional or program experience in managing development programs, with multilateral and bilateral donors, NGOs, and/or government is required.

Language Proficiency:

Fluency (Level IV) in English Language is required.

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. FAR provisions of this solicitation 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.

Education (10 points):

The applicant must have at least a Master's Degree in a field relevant to the duties described above such as in economics, business, international development, sociology, anthropology, management, public administration, or other related social sciences, or a related discipline. In cases of exceptional work experience, other relevant graduate degrees and/or work experience will be taken into consideration

Work Experience and Knowledge (30 points):

Thirteen (13)- fifteen (15) years of progressively responsible professional or program experience in managing development programs, with multilateral and bilateral donors, NGOs, and/or government.

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Experience with donor agency/mission organization, procedures, and operations systems (e.g., development approaches; procedures for programming funds, defining objectives, and monitoring results;

and procedures for awarding grants and contracts). At least eight years' direct USAID/international organization experience or in an affiliated capacity.

Technical knowledge, Skills and Abilities (25 points):

Strong analytical, management and organizational skills are required.

The position requires demonstrated ability in strategic planning, technical and socio- economic analysis, and budget management and reporting skills. Considerable confidence, sensitivity, poise and maturity are mandatory as the applicant may represent USAID in meetings with mid to senior level officials and with private sector and donor partners.

The applicant should possess strong interpersonal and cross-cultural skills, the ability to work within a team setting and with minimal supervision. Strong leadership and negotiating skills.

Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Windows, Word, and Excel are required.

Familiarity with Microsoft Access and Powerpoint.

Knowledge of the objectives and operations of the USG or program activities of other international donors or non-governmental organizations in East Africa and a strong understanding of the East African context.

Other knowledge, Skills and Abilities (25 points):

Broad knowledge of technical and programmatic approaches in development assistance approaches and principles is mandatory. This may include demonstrated knowledge in the areas of monitoring and evaluation, communications, activity design, performance monitoring and/or budgeting for results.

Knowledge and skill in conceptualizing programming, policies, and plans, and developing strategies for their implementation.

Significant knowledge of current USAID or similar organization’s program cycle processes, regulations and understanding of the broader range of development assistance as applied in the USAID or similar organization’s context is required.

Knowledge of the structure and workings of the U.S. government/international organization. Knowledge of the East African context, organizational culture, structure, policies, programs and operations and development priorities.

Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to write clearly, quickly and succinctly and to speak clearly and persuasively.

Knowledge of the Mission’s technical sector areas--peace and governance, health and economic growth, environment, trade and agriculture, and youth development.

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, including an ability to work as a member of a team, build consensus, provide leadership, and effectively coordinate with internal and external stakeholders in a multicultural setting is necessary.

Ability to work independently, prioritize teamwork tasks, level of effort, and assist with task completion not only through delegation but in capacity to implement and meet deadlines.

Language (10):

English (Level IV). Reading, writing and speaking

Total: 100 points

Reference checks: Pass/Fail (no points assigned)

IV. APPLYING

1. Interested applicants are required to submit the following:

A. Offer form AID 309-2, “Offeror Information for Personal Services Contracts with individuals,” available at https://www.usaid.gov/forms/aid-309-2

B. Cover Letter of not more than three (3) pages describing how the incumbent’s skills and experience fit the requirements of the position.

C. An up-to-date 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.

D. Applicants also must address the above Section: Evaluation and Selection Factors, in a

Summary Statement to be included in the Offers. This Summary Statement, limited to two (2) 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.

E. Applicants must provide a minimum of three (3) and a maximum of five (5) 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.

F. Copies of diplomas, certificates or relevant degrees may be included to corroborate the

CV/resume.

G. 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.

2. Applications must be submitted electronically via email to nairobipscjobs@usaid.gov by the closing date and time indicated above.

3. Offeror submissions must clearly reference the Solicitation number on all offeror submitted https://www.usaid.gov/forms/aid-309-2 mailto:nairobipscjobs@usaid.gov documents.

4. Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors - The Offeror will be required to show proof that the Offeror is fully vaccinated against COVID-19 on or before the first date of onboarding, or submit an approved reasonable accommodation to the CO. If the contractor does not meet this requirement the contract may be terminated.

* See Notice Regarding Any Court Order Affecting the Implementation of E.O. 14042 in Section

VIII below.

V. LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS FOR PSC HIRES

Once the CO informs the successful offeror about being selected for a contract award, the CO will provide the successful Offeror instructions about how to complete and submit the following forms.

● Medical History and Examination (DS 1622 and/or DS 1843)

● Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions (SF-85)

● Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306)

● Fingerprint Card(s)

VI. BENEFITS AND ALLOWANCES

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

1. BENEFITS:

(a) Employer’s FICA Contribution

(b) Contribution toward Health and 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

2. ALLOWANCES:

Section numbers refer to rules from the Department of State Standardized Regulations (Government

Civilians Foreign Areas)

(a) Temporary Quarter Subsistence Allowance (Section 120)

(b) Living Quarters Allowance (Section 130)

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

(d) Post Allowance (Section 220)

(e) Separate Maintenance Allowance (Section 260)

(f) Education Allowance (Section 270)

(g) Education Travel (Section 280)

(h) Post Differential (Chapter 500)

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

(j) Danger Pay Allowance (Section 650)

VII. TAXES

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

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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 clauses “General

Provisions,” found at: http://www.usaid.gov/policy/ads/300/aidar.pdf

2. Executive Order 14042 on Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Federal Awards

(Oct 2021)

PART 52—SOLICITATION PROVISIONS AND CONTRACT CLAUSES

Subpart 52.2—Text of Provisions and Clauses

52.223-99 Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors, Alternate 70.

ENSURING ADEQUATE COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS FOR FEDERAL

CONTRACTORS (OCT 2021)-Alternate 70 (OCT 2021) (M/OAA-DEV-FAR22-01c)

(a) Definition. As used in this clause –

United States or its outlying areas means—

(1) The fifty States;

(2) The District of Columbia;

(3) The commonwealths of Puerto Rico and the Northern Mariana Islands;

(4) The territories of American Samoa, Guam, and the United States Virgin Islands; and (5) The minor outlying islands of Baker Island, Howland Island, Jarvis Island, Johnston Atoll, Kingman

Reef, Midway Islands, Navassa Island, Palmyra Atoll, and Wake Atoll.

(b) Authority. This clause implements Executive Order 14042, Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety

Protocols for Federal Contractors, dated September 9, 2021 (published in the Federal Register on

September 14, 2021, 86 FR 50985).

(c) Personal Services Contracts with individuals. As a matter of policy, the contractor must comply with the USAID’s guidance applicable to direct-hire federal employees.

(End of clause)

Notice Regarding Any Court Order Affecting the Implementation of E.O. 14042

USAID will take no action to enforce the clause (FAR 52.223-99) implementing the requirements of Executive Order 14042, absent further written notice from USAID, where the place of performance identified in the contract is in a U.S. state or outlying area subject to a court order prohibiting the application of requirements pursuant to the Executive Order (hereinafter, “Excluded

State or Outlying Area”). In all other circumstances, USAID will enforce the clause, except for contractor employees who perform substantial work on or in connection with a covered contract in an Excluded State or Outlying Area, or in a covered contractor workplace located in an Excluded

State or Outlying Area. A current list of such Excluded States and Outlying Areas is maintained at https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

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

LINE ITEM

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

- Award Type: Labor Hour

- Product Service Code: R497

- Accounting Info: TBD at award after negotiations phase

0002 Option Period 1 - Compensation, Fringe Benefits and Other Direct Costs (ODCs)

- Award Type: Labor Hour

- Product Service Code: R497

- Accounting Info: TBD

4. Acquisition and Assistance Policy Directives/Contract Information Bulletins (AAPDs/CIBs):

AAPDs/CIBs for Personal Services Contracts with Individuals available at https://www.usaid.gov/work-usaid/aapds-cibs

AAPD 21-04- Executive Order 14042 on ensuring adequate COVID-19 Safety protocols for federal awards (FAR Deviation No. M-OAA-DEV-FAR-22-01c)- October 12, 2021

- AAPD 21-01 - Applicability of FAR 4.21 to USAID personal services contracts with individuals under the AIDAR Appendices D and J- March 26, 2021

- AAPD 18-02 REVISED - This AAPD extends and revises implementation of medevac regulations for USPSCs and TCNPSCs under AIDAR Appendix D and J, § 12, clauses #25 in

Appendix D, and #21 in Appendix J. – December 18, 2019

- AAPD 10-01 – PERSONAL SERVICES CONTRACTS- Changes in USG reimbursement amounts for health insurance and physical examination costs- 01/08/10

- AAPD 06-10- PSC Medical Expense Payment Responsibility – October 30, 2006

- AAPD 06-08 - AIDAR, APPENDICES D AND J: Using the optional schedule to incrementally fund contracts – June 23, 2006

5. 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

6. 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/work-usaid/personal-service-contracts-ombudsman

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

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