USAID/Afghanistan, Multi Location
SOLICITATION NUMBER: 72030620R10011
ISSUANCE DATE: October 27, 2019
CLOSING DATE/TIME: November 11, 2019 (4:30 pm KBL time)
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, Sections I through V of this solicitation. Incomplete offers will not be considered. Offerors should retain copies of all offer materials for their records.
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 offers.
Any questions must be directed in writing to kblaidfsnjobs@usaid.gov .
Sincerely,
Contracting Officer
Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
I. GENERAL INFORMATION
1. SOLICITATION NO.: 72030620R10011
2. ISSUANCE DATE: October 27, 2019
3. CLOSING DATE/TIME FOR RECEIPT OF OFFERS: November 11, 2019 no later than 4:30 pm Kabul time.
4. POSITION TITLE: Project Management Specialist (Agriculture) - (Multiple Vacancies)
5. MARKET VALUE: Equivalent to FSN-11 (Step 1 – 13)
In accordance with AIDAR Appendix J and the Local Compensation Plan of U.S. Embassy Afghanistan. Final compensation will be negotiated within the listed market value.
6. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: Employment contract issued under this solicitation is of a continuing nature. Its duration is expected to be part of a series of sequential contracts; all contract clauses, provisions, and regulatory requirements concerning availability of funds and the specific duration of the contract shall apply. The initial Cooperating Country National Personal Service Contract (CCNPSC) contract will be for one year with a four years option pending continued need for the position, contractor performance, and funds availability.
7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Kabul, Afghanistan.
8. SECURITY LEVEL REQUIRED: Foreign Service National (FSN) Security Certification.
9. STATEMENT OF DUTIES
1. General Statement of Purpose of the Contract
The Office of Agriculture (OAG) promotes a vibrant and prosperous agriculture sector through management of a portfolio that consists of over $41.5 million in nearly two dozen active and planned projects. The incumbent is a core member of the Agriculture Team working on a portfolio of agriculture, agribusiness and agro-processing activities, with Agreement/Contract Officer's Representative (A/COR) responsibilities for several projects and activities to address food security issues in Afghanistan. The incumbent serves as a subject matter expert on technical area(s) that cut across value chains (i.e. veterinary sciences, marketing, soil conservation, business development, water resource use, plant protection, alternative development, vocational training, agriculture extension, food processing, etc.) The incumbent provides expert advice and technical assistance in his/her area of expertise to USAID staff, implementing partners (IPs), host government and private companies across value chains. The incumbent serves as the primary point-of-contact A/COR for all activities related to specific value chain(s). This includes working with partners s/he supervises to implement work plans, modifications, and the implementation of discrete training, invitational travel and other components. The incumbent works closely with the OAG Programs and Policies Team (PPT) to conceptualize, design, implement, monitor and evaluate, and manage gender mainstreaming matters. The incumbent prepares and approves activity designs, creates results monitoring plans, and drafts annual Performance Plan and Report (PPR) narratives and key issue reports. The incumbent likewise liaises with the relevant technical staff of the Office of Acquisition and Assistance (OAA) and the Office of Financial Management (OFM) on contracting and financial management issues concerning projects.
1. Statement of Duties to be Performed
Manage designated projects as A/COR
Attention: For full details on Duties and Responsibilities please see the attached solicitation.
2. Supervisory Relationship
The incumbent works under the direct supervision of the OAG Deputy Office Director and/or the relevant Team Leader.
3. Supervisory Controls
The incumbent supervises one FSN-10 Project Management Specialist and provides guidance to one FSN-08 Project Management Assistant to perform at the expected performance level on a day to day basis.
1. AREA OF CONSIDERATION:
Cooperating Country National (CCN), meaning an individual who is a cooperating country citizen, or a non-cooperating country citizen lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the cooperating country.
2. PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work requested does not involve undue physical demands.
3. POINT OF CONTACT:
Any questions about this solicitation may be directed to: kblaidfsnjobs@usaid.gov. Applications submitted to this email address will not be considered.
Note: No in-person appointments or telephone calls will be entertained, unless you require more information about this solicitation.
I. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION
a. Education: A Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, business administration, economics, management and/or international development field is required. or related development and social science fields is required. (Education requirement must be met at the time of application for the subject position).
b. Work Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in project management, agriculture development, rural development, private sector development or social survey planning and administration is required. (Work experience requirement must be met at the time of application for the subject position).
c. Language: Level IV (Fluent) speaking/reading English and Level IV (Fluent) speaking/reading Dari and/or Pashtu is required. (English language ability will be tested).
d. Knowledge: Knowledge of quantitative research methodology and techniques. Knowledge and understanding of Afghan government agricultural institutions and practices. Knowledge of economic and cultural characteristics, and the problems, resources and development prospects/priorities in Afghan agriculture.
II. EVALUATION AND SELECTION FACTORS
Below factors will be used for screening candidates to be considered for English Proficiency and written examination.
• Work Experience 50 points
• Knowledge 20 points
• Skills and Abilities 30 points
Maximum Points: 100 points
After an initial application screening, the best qualified applicants will be invited for a written examination, English Proficiency Test and to an oral interview.
a. Skills and Abilities: Strong analytical skills, including the ability to identify, locate, analyze, and evaluate relevant quantitative and qualitative data and to carry out technical analyses. The ability to organize and present project information in written and oral form is required. Under limited supervision, the incumbent must be able to plan, manage and evaluate the project(s) to which s/he is assigned, including analyzing and incorporating cross cutting outcomes such as gender and climate smart agriculture into project implementation. The incumbent must conduct site visits to support project monitoring. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and with cross-cultural sensitivity, tact and poise with a range of professional counterparts at all levels, including those from host country ministries, representatives of the USG, technical staff, other U.S. government agencies, implementing partners, international organizations and other donors. In addition to excellent MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), the incumbent must have the ability to use statistical software and/or information technology to improve data compilation, analysis and reporting. The incumbent must have the ability to learn USAID specific software such as Afghan Info, FTFMS, GLAAS, Phoenix and ASIST. The incumbent must be able to work in a team-oriented, gender-integrated environment and under pressure.
I. PRESENTING AN OFFER
1. Applicants are requested to submit a complete application package which must include all required documents (provided below) to AFPAKjobs@usaid.gov with a Subject line Project Management Specialist (Agriculture) FSN-11 (SOL#: 72030620R10011).
Offers must be received by the closing date and time specified in Section I, item 3.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
a. Complete the mandatory Google form application available on the following link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScw4Qbi-l9str5t674cS5GmBN-5f05toiSFLVJnaQiK-e7K3A/viewform?usp=sf_link
b. Cover memo/email text that outlines how your qualifications and experience meet the selection criteria.
c. Updated version of Application for Employment as a Locally Employed Staff (DS-174, dated 6/30/2022) https://eforms.state.gov/Forms/ds174.PDF (A copy of the DS-174 form can also be downloaded from ACBAR.org under this link http://www.acbar.org/applicationform. Applicants who are accessing this solicitation through jobs.af can download directly from the website) AND
d. A current resume or curriculum vitae.
IN ORDER TO HAVE YOUR APPLICATION CONSIDERED, YOU MUST SUBMIT ALL FOUR ABOVE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS. IF YOU OMIT ANY OF THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS, GOOGLE FORM, COVER PAGE, CV OR UPDATED DS-174 FORM, YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
For Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), please refer to below link:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rkZ_Xgdql4Mq9vroj16fJibBYElRhN0b9PGdldAc-G0/edit?usp=sharing
Note:
Æ Only short-listed candidates will be notified.
Æ This vacancy is open only to Afghan Nationals.
Æ Applications with old DS-174 form will not be considered.
Æ Applications with insufficient, incomplete and inconsistent information to make a determination will not be considered.
Æ No in-person appointments or telephone calls will be entertained.
Æ Applications submitted as .RAR and/or WinZip file will not be considered.
Æ Candidates who are applying for this position must fully meet the education requirement (graduated and degree and/or diploma already received) as specified. At the time of applications, candidates must also meet in full the experience requirement. There is no exception for these requirements.
Æ Short-listed candidates will be requested to provide educational documents such as degrees, diplomas, certificates and other pertinent documents as needed. Failure to provide the required documentation will result the rejection of their application from further consideration.
Æ The Agency retains the full right to cancel or amend the solicitation and associated actions.
Æ Offers must be received by the closing date and time specified in Section I, item 3.
Æ To ensure consideration of offers for the intended position, Offerors must prominently reference the Solicitation number in the offer submission.
II. LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS FOR PSC HIRES
Once the Contracting Officer (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.
1. Pre-employment Medical History and Examination Form
2. U.S. Embassy Kabul Security Certification Request
3. Appointment Affidavits Standard Form 61
III. BENEFITS/ALLOWANCES
As a matter of policy, and as appropriate, a PSC is normally authorized the following benefits and allowances:
BENEFITS and ALLOWANCES:
a. 25% Unique Conditions of Work Allowance (UCWA)
b. Defined Contribution Plan (DCF) 12% of the base salary
c. Transportation Allowance
d. Premium Pay
e. Leave Benefits
f. Medical Benefits
g. Death and Disability Benefits
h. Retirement and other end of service benefits
i. Travel and TDY Benefits
IV. TAXES
Local Employee Staff (CCN) is responsible for paying local income taxes. The U.S Mission does not withhold year end local income tax payments.
V. USAID REGULATIONS, POLICIES AND CONTRACT CLAUSES PERTAINING TO PSCs
USAID regulations and policies governing CCNPSC awards are available at these sources:
1. 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 .
3. Acquisition & 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.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs. The EEO complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation. Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.
Attachments
Solicitation - 72030620R10011 Project Management Specialist (Agriculture) FSN-11.pdf
DS-174.PDF
Post Date
Oct 27, 2019
Closing Date
Nov 11, 2019
Reference
72030620R10011
Number of Vacancies
2
Salary Range
As per company salary scale
Years of Experience
5 years
Probation Period
3 month
Contract Type
Long-term
Contract Duration
Not Specified
Contract Extensible
true
Minimum Education
Bachelor's Degree
Gender
Any
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