Senior Program Officer - Personal Services Contractor

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY

OFFICE OF TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

SENIOR PROGRAM OFFICER

The U.S. Department of the Treasury is seeking detail-oriented administrative and program support staff to serve as a Senior Program Officer (Senior PO) for its Washington, DC-based technical assistance program. The person selected will be hired under a personal services contract.

The Office of Technical Assistance provides technical assistance to over 50 countries in five functional areas: economic crimes, government debt and infrastructure finance, budget and financial accountability, banking and financial services, and revenue administration. OTA carries out its technical assistance projects in developing and transitional countries through both resident and intermittent advisors.

The Senior Program Officer is a headquarters-based position supporting a wide range of international technical assistance projects. In addition to fulfilling all core Program Officer responsibilities, the Senior PO supports OTA leadership across a broad range of programmatic and administrative functions and serves as a key resource to Program Officers, providing guidance to promote timely action and consistent alignment with office-wide policies, goals, and customer service standards.

SCOPE OF POSITION

Senior Program Officers provide a comprehensive slate of contracting, budgeting, travel, administrative and logistical support for multiple overseas projects.  Additionally, they perform analytical studies and operational program resource work, conduct and coordinate special projects, provide training and support to OTA’s Program Officers, and provide management with a variety of support functions.

The position is located in Washington, DC. Some international travel may be expected.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will have an undergraduate degree in public administration, international affairs, or other relevant subject matter; and at least five years of related work experience, preferably in U.S. government foreign assistance. 

Required Skills and Experience:

• Knowledge of governmental budgeting and financial management
• Experience developing project proposals or program objectives, formulating budgets, and tracking expenditures
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills
• Experience collaborating with decision makers
• Staff training and support experience
• Familiarity with international travel and logistics for assistance projects
• Strong computer skills including proficiency in MS Office, SharePoint, video conferencing tools, and financial management systems
• Interpersonal skills and experience collaborating as part of a team
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet deadlines

In addition, the following experience/knowledge is not required but is preferred:

• Master’s degree in public administration, international affairs, or other relevant subject matter
• International experience in the public, private, or non-profit sectors, particularly in developing/emerging markets
• Familiarity with public financial management and economic concepts
• Foreign language ability

Please note: These are PERSONAL SERVICES CONTRACTOR positions; NOT civil service positions.

U.S. citizenship is required.

SALARY: In accordance with program regulations and based on demonstrated salary history, salaries range from $57.78 to $75.11 per hour.

Background checks and Security Clearance:  Secret

Candidates will need to be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate level of security clearance.

Successful applicants must be able to obtain State Department medical clearance for worldwide travel. 

HOW TO APPLY:  Individual applicants should submit a cover letter and resume by e-mail to: recruitment@ota.treas.gov.Companies should not submit resumes on behalf of individuals. For consideration, emailed applications should not be sent to or contain a cc to any OTA, IRS, or other government personnel or email address(es). 

Please reference Solicitation 2032K825R00010 on your cover letter and resume. When e-mailing, the subject line must contain the following: Solicitation 2032K825R00010– Senior Program Officer – Applicant’s Last Name, First Name. Emails received not containing this subject line will be deemed non-responsive and will not be forwarded to the program office/selection official(s) for consideration.

No phone calls please and no hand carries. This announcement is open and continuous until September 30, 2025, although selections may be made in advance of that date.    

Please be advised that all contractors, if hired, must obtain a Unique Entity Identifier.

The U.S. Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.