Acquisition and Assistance Specialist, GS-10

The Acquisition and Assistance Specialist (AA/S) position is located in the Regional Office of Acquisition and Assistance (ROAA) at USAID/Peru. The primary purpose of the AA/S is to support the execution of acquisition and assistance (A&A) actions, such as grantmaking and contract negotiations, in support of critical USAID programs throughout Peru and the country offices it supports. Current country office support includes Brazil, Ecuador, and Paraguay. The AA/S will assist with the planning, developing, managing, and advising of all aspects of procurement and A&A management relating to and affecting USAID/Peru assistance programs, policy and project planning, design, implementation, and evaluation.
The AA/S reports directly to the Director of ROAA or their designee, and will receive formal and on-the-job training. The incumbent is expected to function independently with minimal supervision within approximately six months. The AA/S role has a steep learning curve and the incumbent will be supported in their professional development.