Internet Freedom Advisor

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking a U.S. Personal Services Contractor (USPSC) to serve as an Internet Freedom Advisor within its Democracy, Human Rights and Governance (DRG) Bureau. The position requires a master's degree with 8 years of relevant experience or a bachelor's degree with 10 years of experience, including 2 years of overseas work. Qualified candidates will provide technical expertise on internet freedom issues, manage DRG programs, develop capacity building materials, and support USAID missions globally. USAID will evaluate offerors based on stated evaluation criteria, with a focus on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA). The solicitation requires all offers to be submitted by January 31, 2025, at 9:00 AM EST, with questions to be directed in writing to the specified Point of Contact.

The contract does not have a specific set-aside designation and offers a salary range of $139,395-$181,216 per year, equivalent to a GS-14 level with Washington, DC locality pay. The base contract period is two years, with potential for three additional one-year option periods, totaling a possible five-year engagement. The position will be based in Washington, DC and requires up to 25% travel, with eligibility for remote work within the United States. A Facility Access security clearance is mandatory for this role. The contract falls under the NAICS category 541690 for Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services and is classified under PSC category R497 for Professional Support: Personal Services Contracts. USAID emphasizes that this solicitation does not obligate the agency to award a contract or cover any costs associated with offer preparation.