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Distributed Learning Designer, Alutiiq International Solutions-Contractor for DoS

Office: Alutiiq International Solutions-Contractor for DoS
Grade/Salary: Low to Mid $80Ks
Position Title: Distributed Learning Designer
Point of contact: Margaret Schneegans
Contact Email and/or Phone: MSchneegans@alutiiq.com (703)992-8921
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Clearance Required: Secret
Position Title: Distributed Learning Designer

General Description:

The Distributed Learning Designer reports to the Distributed Learning Manager who reports to the Training Advisor in Instructional Systems Management and is responsible for designing and developing educational technology in accordance with the Instructional Systems Design model, Standard Operating Procedures, and FLETA standards for the Office of Training and Performance Support (TPS). This position requires the incumbent to work closely with program offices, subject matter experts, multimedia specialists, and instructional designers to design and develop lesson plans, student materials, and instructional media ensuring FLETA standards are met.

Major Duties:
• Assess subjects for technology insertion in terms of merit, resource impact, strategic/tactical direction, level of educational success, customer demand, and anticipated delivery requirements.
• Design and develop courses of instruction using the Instructional Systems Design model
• Develop lesson content through the use of technology-based tools
• Update and revise to maintain subject matter currency
• Identify training gaps and recommend changes to training programs and curricula that will minimize or eliminate training gaps
• Evaluate and adapt commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) and existing government based training materials or courses (GOTS)
• Develop project management plans establishing course requirements and timelines
• Stay abreast of changes in policy, laws, technology, skill requirements, office directives, roles, or responsibilities to ensure up-to-date curriculum
• Conduct full in-house curriculum development and course design and evaluation, subject matter research, liaison with subject matter experts (SME), technology-based training and multimedia design and development, liaison with other offices, and documentation
• Provide curriculum management including maintaining all curriculum records, scheduling curriculum reviews, conducting curriculum reviews, making recommendations, and tracking revision history.
• Develop learning goals and objectives, using the Instructional Systems Design model in accordance with the TPS Standard Operating Procedures
• Develop, maintain and ensure adherence to a course development schedule during the development cycle
• Responsible for or may aid and instruct developers in designing and developing supplemental materials, such as user guides. manuals, checklists and other training aids (facilitator and participant guides) as needed
• Analyze content and provide final quality control check on lessons and all supporting material, analyzing the effectiveness of a course and tailoring the course to improve effectiveness
• Evaluate BETA test results and ensure they conform to TPS SOP. FLETA accreditation, and adult education standards
• Attend internal and external meetings as the Distributed Learning expert
• Provide weekly updates of course activities to the Training Advisor
• Provide the necessary support and guidance to achieve and retain all FLETA accreditation requirements for DS/T/TPS

Professional Qualifications/Skills:
• Must be a US citizen and possess or be able to obtain/maintain a SECRET clearance (A TOP SECRET clearance may be required)
• Must possess certifications and/or degrees in educational technology, education, or instructional design.
• Must meet GS 1750 certification requirements
• At least a Bachelor's degree is required from a regionally accredited university
• At least three years of curriculum development experience with one year of experience with distributed learning which can be substituted with education
• At least one year of U.S. Government contract experience is desired
• Concentration in adult learning, educational technology, or curriculum development
• Specialized knowledge or professional experience in several of the following: instructional systems design, education and adult learning principles, cooperative learning, programming and authoring tools, graphic arts and media design and educational product evaluation
• Must be knowledgeable of all five phases of the Instructional Systems Design
• Must be familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures within distributed learning course development
• Demonstrated experience using the Instructional Systems Design Model
• Knowledge of computer-based instruction design concepts and practices
• Knowledge of distributed learning and multimedia insertion Knowledge of SCORM and 508 compliance
• Excellent writing, proofreading and design skills to develop training course materials
• Must possess excellent written and spoken command of the English language
• Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft applications (MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel)
• Must maintain professional proficiency through annual training, workshops, and conferences sponsored by groups such as the American Society for Training and Development (ASTD).
• Occasional local travel (Washington DC area) may be required

Program Assistant, Family Liaison Office (M/DGHR/FLO), GS-303-07 (OA)

Program Assistant, Family Liaison Office (M/DGHR/FLO), GS-303-07 (OA), full time, two-year limited appointment, with potential to be extended up to a maximum of five years, Excepted Service, Schedule A. This appointment is not in the Competitive Service. The selected candidate will receive a two-year Non-Career term appointment with benefits (FERS, TSP, FEGLI and FEHB).

Summary:

The position is located in the Family Liaison Office (FLO), Bureau of Human Resources, Department of State. The incumbent of this position reports to the Division Director and provides front desk receptionist services for FLO, serves as back-up to the Executive Assistant, and provides part-time program assistance. The position is located in Washington, DC.

The Family Liaison Office was established in 1978 to improve the quality of life of Foreign Service employees and their family members. The FLO assists both employees and family members in the areas of family member employment, educational counseling, crisis support, unaccompanied tours, and expeditious naturalization. FLO provides support to evacuees from overseas missions, is the functional office for the worldwide Community Liaison Office program, and organizes Washington and overseas training conferences annually. FLO produces numerous publications and electronic media and FLO staff participate in numerous presentations in FSI courses; to other agency personnel and to post communities overseas. You may research information about FLO on the Internet: www.state.gov/m/dghr/flo.

The Family Liaison Office serves employees and family members not only from the Department of State, but also fields questions and makes referrals for many agencies with personnel abroad including the U.S. Agency for International Development, the Foreign Commercial Service, the Justice Department, and Peace Corps, among others.

Key Requirements:

A. U.S. Citizenship is required.
B. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.

Major Duties:

A. As Receptionist, receive, screen and track incoming calls and visitors, referring them appropriately to FLO staff or to other resources in the Department. The incumbent will be familiar with the basic regulations and resources of each FLO program area in order to make proper referrals. He or she will track calls and visitors to make sure each client request has been acted upon in a timely fashion. He or she exercises sound judgment in dealing with a wide range of issues, clients and effectively organizes and prioritizes work.

B. Incumbent serves as back-up to the Executive Assistant by providing administrative support to the office. As back-up, the incumbent maintains central files and office logs; drafts letters, memos and cables for Director's signature; prepares electronic time and attendances reports for the office; serves as travel arranger for FLO staff; and carries out other duties, as assigned.

C. Develop, administer, and maintain various databases depending on program needs. Generate periodic and occasional statistical reports based on the date as requested by FLO staff, the Department of State, and other government agencies, international businesses, parents, and private voluntary organizations. As requested, provides assistance to other FLO portfolios.

Qualifications (ranking factors):

The successful candidate must:

A. Have a minimum of 3 years of experience living in a Foreign Service community abroad.
B. Have excellent customer service skills.
C. Have excellent oral and written communication skills, including ability to format letters, cables, and email messages, and to edit for spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
E. Be able to handle multiple tasks under time constraints, prioritizing appropriately.
F. Have good knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, including Access, and be able to conduct Internet research.

How to Apply:

Interested individuals may submit one of the following:

An Application for Employment as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174), or a federal resume (see important instructions for submitting a resume at the end of this announcement).

In addition, each candidate must submit a supplemental statement that addresses each ranking factor and explains in detail how the applicant's experience (paid or unpaid), education or special training relates to those qualifications. Applications that are incomplete or mailed in government postage-paid envelopes will not be considered.

SUMMARY OF REQUIRED APPLICATION ELEMENTS: In summary, you must include ALL of the following. If ANY item is missing or incomplete, your application cannot be considered:

A. A DS-174, a Federal Resume, or any other format that contains ALL of the required elements listed in paragraph 14 of this announcement; NOTE: these forms or formats can be found on the internet.
B. "Supplemental Statement" addressing EACH of the Qualifications and Ranking Factors IN DETAIL;
C. Most recent performance evaluation;
D. For Federal Employees (including former employees and those on INWS):
1. Most recent Performance Appraisal Report or EER (even if several years old), or if one does not exist, a form DS-1812 or equivalent form from another agency;
2. Most recent SF-50 (even if several years old);
E. Veterans must demonstrate proof of eligibility.

Send applications to Tracy Young, HR/HRSP/S, Room H615, SA-1 2401 E Street, NW, Washington, D.C., 20522-0108. Applications may be faxed to Tracy Young at (202) 663-2622 or submitted by email to cspapps@state.gov. The application must be received by 5 p.m., EST on May 3, 2013. If there are any questions regarding this announcement, please contact Susan Frost, M/DGHR/FLO Director, at (202) 647-1076 or Frostsh@state.gov. Applicants may want to email, cable, or fax (202-647-1670) their intention to apply to Ms. Frost.

Evaluation Method:

Determination of basic eligibility and evaluation of the applicant's experience, education, and training will be based solely on a review of the Federal application or resume. It is imperative that the information provided be in sufficient detail to permit accurate evaluation of eligibility and background as they relate to the qualification requirements listed in the announcement. Competition for vacancies in the Family Liaison Office is very keen.

Please note that because all Family Liaison Office positions are in the Excepted Service, neither past nor current Federal status nor executive order eligibility are required. However, if applicants have government employment status or eligibilities, it is helpful to document this in the application to assist in determining the level of skills and abilities of each candidate. Therefore: 1. All current or former Federal employees and reinstatement eligible candidates must submit a current performance appraisal and a SF-50 showing proof of competitive status. (If a current performance appraisal does not exist, form DS 1812 Applicant Appraisal) or equivalent form from another agency, signed by the current supervisor, is acceptable, or if the performance appraisal of record does not fully address the ranking factors, the DS 1812 may be submitted.) 2. All non-competitive eligible candidates should submit proof of eligibility. 3. All applicants claiming veterans' preference must provide proof of eligibility. 4. All other applicants (non- status) must submit information identified above. 5. All applicants must submit information that addresses the ranking factors (qualifications) in this announcement.

Privacy Act Information:

The Office of Personnel Management and other Federal agencies rate applicants for Federal jobs under the authority of sections 1104,1302, 3301, 3304, 3320, 3361, 3393, and 3394 of title 5 of the United States Code. The information requested is needed to evaluate your qualifications. Other laws require inquiring about citizenship, military service, etc.

Information for those who wish to submit a resume:

Please note that although neither the format nor a particular application form is specified, there is certain information that applicants must provide in order to determine if the legal requirements for Federal employment have been met and to evaluate one's qualifications. If a resume format is used, it must contain the following information for the applicant to be considered for the position.

Personal and Educational Information:

1. Full name, mailing address (with zip code) and day and evening phone numbers, including area code;
2. Social Security Number;
3. Country of citizenship (most federal jobs require U.S. citizenship);
4. Veterans' preference(proof of eligibility required);
5. Highest Federal civilian grade held, including series, beginning and ending dates;
6. Name, city and state of last high school attended and date of diploma or GED;
7. Name and state of colleges and universities attended; major fields of study, type and year of any degrees received (if no degree, show total number of credits earned and indicate whether they are in quarter or semester hours).

Work Experience and Other Qualifications:

Applicants must provide information on their work experience, both paid and non-paid, that is related to the position for which they are applying, including:

1. Job title (series and grade if Federal employment);
2. Duties and accomplishments;
3. Employer's name and address;
4. Supervisor's name and telephone number (indicate if we may contact your current supervisor);
5. Starting and ending dates of employment (month and year);
6. Hours worked per week;
7. Salary;
8. Any other qualification, including: job-related training (title and date of course); skills (e.g., languages, typing speed, and computer software/hardware); current licenses; or honors, awards and special accomplishments (e.g., honor societies, publications). 9. Early availability may be a factor.

FLO STRONGLY recommends that applicants contact the Career Development Resources Center (CDRC) for guidance on the preparation and submission of an application for a U.S. government position. They can be contacted via telephone at 202-663-3042, via fax at 202-663-3146, or via email at CDRC@state.gov. The CDRC is located at SA-1, Room L321, Columbia Plaza, 2401 E St., NW, Washington, DC 20520. This service is available at no cost to Department of State employees and family members of U.S. government employees serving overseas under chief of mission authority.

Nonprofit & Academic Jobs

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Executive Director, International Affairs, Longwood University

Full-Time, Administrative and Professional Faculty, Exempt Position #FA312

Longwood University, founded in 1839 and nestled in the heart of Virginia (60 miles west of Richmond), is a coeducational public institution that seeks a qualified individual to lead the Office of International Affairs. The Director reports directly to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs and will direct all activities in the Office of International Affairs, including all efforts to manage and increase study abroad for Longwood students, and all efforts to manage and increase numbers of international students coming to Longwood. Primary responsibilities include:

Providing leadership and facilitating communication with diverse university constituents to develop and oversee a comprehensive university-wide initiative to promote international programs; Developing recruitment strategies to attract international exchange students, promoting faculty participation in international teaching and research activities; working with academic departments and programs to internationalize the curriculum and the campus; Working closely with Coordinator of Study Abroad programs to promote increase of student participation in study abroad; supporting the Director of the new ESL program to achieve successful implementation and growth; guiding the Director of International Admissions; and supervising the International Student Services Advisor. Developing partnerships and managing agreements with international universities and organizations that result in international student enrollment at Longwood University as well as study abroad opportunities for Longwood students; and Providing leadership for university efforts to enhance international awareness on campus and providing support for academic programs that are planning to offer international experiences to their students.

QUALIFICATIONS: Doctoral Degree preferred, Master's degree required with administrative experience in international program administration in a higher education setting. Demonstrated skills in entrepreneurship, innovation, and revenue generation specific to international program development, an understanding of study abroad programs including exchange programs and faculty-led programs, and knowledge of current regulations relevant to international students and scholars are required. Additional qualifications include an ability to manage and supervise directors and support staff and administer department budgets; and an ability to work and communicate in culturally diverse communities as well as collaborate effectively with University partners. Written and/or conversational recognition of a second language is helpful. Travel to off-campus locations as well as international travel is required.

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Commonwealth of Virginia benefits accompany this position. Faculty rank may be awarded if qualifications allow. Successful fingerprint based criminal background investigation is required. The selected candidate must complete a Statement of Personal Economic Interests. Review of applications will begin immediately. To apply, please send a letter of application, resume, and contact information for three references, "Release of Information," and "EEO Data Collection Form" (found on our website at http://www.longwood.edu/hr/24381.htm, under "Recruitment and Hiring" – the EEO form is voluntary) (indicate position FA312) to:

Human Resources
Longwood University
201 High Street
Farmville, VA 23909
Phone: 434-395-2074
Fax: 434-395-2666
Email: humres@longwood.edu

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Longwood University will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodations to applicants in need of accommodations in order to provide access to the application and/or interview process. You are not required to note the presence of a disability on your application. If, however, you require accommodations in the application and/or interview process please contact the Office of Human Resources at 434-395-2074 or humres@longwood.edu.

The Annual Fire and Security Report(s) includes campus security information, campus fire statistics, safety procedures and provides statistics for criminal and disciplinary offenses. The report(s) are provided annually in compliance with the Clery Act and the (HEOA) Higher Education Opportunity Act.

Longwood University's Annual Safety and Security report is available at: http://www.longwood.edu/assets/police/Clery_Act_2011_Crime_Report.pdf and the Annual Fire Safety report at: http://www.longwood.edu/assets/police/Fire_Report_for_Clery_Act_2011.pdf A hard copy of the Annual Security and Fire Safety reports and/or a copy of the Fire Log are maintained at the Longwood Police Office and will be provided upon request.

A diversified workforce is an important part of our strategic plan. EOE/AA (4/19/13)

Deputy Chief Financial Officer, Arlington, VA

International Relief and Development, (IRD) Inc., is a non-profit organization specializing in international development and humanitarian assistance in over 20 countries is recruiting for a Deputy Chief Financial Officer. IRD's mission is to reduce the suffering of the world's most vulnerable groups and provide tools and resources needed to increase their self-sufficiency. We accomplish our mission by implementing targeted cost-effective relief and development programs that improve the lives of these vulnerable groups. IRD works with a wide range of partners to provide technical assistance in the areas of health, economic development, relief, infrastructure, civil society and sustainable agriculture.

The Deputy CFO is a senior level management position that reports directly to the CFO with oversight of the Contracts & Grants Unit. The Deputy CFO is an integral part of the Finance team and is responsible for leadership and assistance with strategic and tactical execution on all accounting and finance initiatives. This will include assisting in the direction of the company's overall financial policies, overseeing all financial functions including accounting, budget, credit, insurance, tax, and designing and coordinating a wide variety of accounting, statistical data, reporting and internal control documentation.

A successful candidate will have the following duties: Plan, develop, organize, implement, direct and evaluate the organization's finance operations. Directly supervise all accounting management staff, including developing annual goals and completing annual performance reviews. Enhance and implement financial/ accounting policies and procedures to increase staff efficiency and effectiveness. Lead the documentation of policies and procedures and implement best practices in internal controls organization-wide. Lead the internal preparation for all audits and work with outside auditors to ensure successful and timely completion of audits. Assist with the preparation of all financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, tax returns and reports for donors and other clients. Help manage financial budgeting and forecasting processes, to ensure alignment with and achievement of organizational strategies and priorities. Create, enhance, and oversee management of accounting processes (e.g., financial reporting, procurement, accounts payable/ receivable, cash control/ management). Develop other financial and accounting policies and procedures as needed. Act as strategic partner to evaluate and advise on long-range planning, introduction of new programs/ strategies/ solutions and regulatory action.

QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Education Required: MBA or Master's degree (MA/MS) with major coursework in public or business administration, accounting, or the equivalent. Essential Characteristics: 10+ years, experience as DCOF or at the Director or Controller level with a non-profit or accounting firm. Experience at the Controller level. Extensive internal control experience – ability to implement best practices in internal controls. High performer with proven track record of achieving results. Capable of progressing to CFO position. Experience in a Deltek environment strongly preferred. Current working knowledge of Single Audit requirements. Experience with proposal pricing (contracts and grants). Experience in different levels of accounting throughout career. Energetic, forward-thinking and creative with high ethical standards. Sound technical skills, analytical ability, good judgment and strong operational focus. Well-organized and self-directed. Excellent communication skills. CPA.

TO APPLY: Apply online at http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH13/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRDDC&cws=1&rid=1025.

Senior Contracts Specialist, Washington, DC

Save the Children has created a new and exciting opportunity for a Senior Contracts Specialist. The Senior Contracts Specialist will participate in new initiatives to train and build capacity and provide support for Save the Children US and Save the Children International (SCI) and WDC based business partners. The Specialist is responsible for the support, management and implementation of current and new contracts, training materials and he/she will serve as a resource for policies and regulations related to USAID or other major donors.

Responsibilities: Infrastructure: Work with the Director, Contracts and other departments to ensure contracts are managed efficiently; update policies; develop organizational capacity to administer contracts with a specific focus on USAID and other government clients, develop relevant rules and regulations.

Contract Reporting, tracking/ donor interaction: Prepare and negotiate contracts and subcontracts and RFPs; Review of cost proposals, solicitations, prime contracts and other related contract documents; provide feedback on cost proposals, solicitations, prime contracts, FAR and AIDAR references; set up tracking system, maintain manuals.

Review and Analysis: Review contracts and identify risk to stakeholders; review budgets and contract documents. Compliance: Maintain knowledge with USG/global Fund (GFATM) rules and regulations and communicate changes to SC US and SCI; monitor procurement under contracts to ensure compliance. Training and Technical Assistance: Develop and deliver formal and informal Contracts trainings, including innovative and interactive communications tools, share best practices; provide timely support.

REQUIREMENTS: BA in Business/ Public Administration, or similar field. 5-7 years' experience in contracting activities through the life of the award. Proven experience in the compliance function in the area of contracts, procurement and subcontracts especially US government contracts. Thorough understanding of US Government requirements including FAR and AIDAR, and OMB circulars A110, A122, and A113. Experience in budget preparation, contract negotiation, subcontract management, procurement, performance auditing and dispute resolution. Contract management experience required, experience with USAID contracts strongly preferred. Strategic planning skills, communication skills, organizational skills required. Strong research skills. Employee Type: Full time.

TO APPLY: Apply Online: http://www.savethechildren.org. Save the Children is the leading independent organization for children in need, with programs in over 120 countries, including the United States. We aim to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives by improving their health, education and economic opportunities. In 2010, we improved the lives of over 64 million children in need in the United States and around the world. Our goal is to reach more than 74 million children annually by the year 2012. Join our dedicated and diverse staff committed to improving the well-being of children.

Save the Children provides an attractive benefits package including competitive salaries, a matching retirement plan, health and welfare benefits, life insurance, an employee assistance program, generous time off and much more. Save the Children provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap, disability, marital status, or status as a veteran. Save the Children complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

Associate Director, New Business Development, Africa - Washington DC

Save the Children is seeking an Associate Director, New Business Development, Africa, who will provide quality control and support to International Programs' efforts to achieve greater program impact through the successful pursuit of larger and more strategic funding opportunities. The Associate Director provides technical assistance, support and training to field and HQ staff. The primary focus is on large-scale fundraising opportunities from USAID and other public institutional sources.

Responsibilities: Assist country office in proposal development; provide quality control, review strategies and action plans for technical and cost proposals, edit proposal sections, budgets, graphics, work plans, and oversee final proposal production for submission to donors. Develop and maintain systems, procedures, policies and materials to support the identification, selection and response to strategic opportunities. Represent SC US as needed in meetings with donors and partners. Strengthen staff capacity: Deliver trainings, provide tools which include proposal guides and manuals, and interact with International Program staff on proposal teams.

REQUIREMENTS: BA required; MA in related field preferred. 6-8 years' experience in international development, including at least 5 years' experience with program/ proposal development for large-scale multi-million dollar international development programs funded by USAID and other public institutional donors. Detailed knowledge of USAID's procurement procedures; knowledge of USG grant and/or contract regulations. Strong writing and communication skills, able to lead teams. Fluency in French required. Strong prior training and capacity building experience; proven experience with creating modules. Overseas experience preferred. Must be willing to travel 25-30%. Employee Type: Full time.

TO APPLY: Apply Online: http://www.savethechildren.org. Save the Children is the leading independent organization for children in need, with programs in over 120 countries, including the United States. We aim to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives by improving their health, education and economic opportunities. In 2010, we improved the lives of over 64 million children in need in the United States and around the world. Our goal is to reach more than 74 million children annually by the year 2012. Join our dedicated and diverse staff committed to improving the well-being of children.

Save the Children provides an attractive benefits package including competitive salaries, a matching retirement plan, health and welfare benefits, life insurance, an employee assistance program, generous time off and much more. Save the Children provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap, disability, marital status, or status as a veteran. Save the Children complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

Participants Needed!

I am a Georgetown University PhD student currently looking for participants who are:

· Age 60+
· Native English speakers who also use Spanish regularly
· Comfortable with computers (can use a mouse and type with two fingers; no need to be proficient in any particular software)

I need people like you to help me complete my dissertation by participating in a study on older adult bilinguals. The study consists of three sessions, each 1-2 hours long. You will be compensated for participation. Sessions will take place on Georgetown's campus or in a public location convenient to you and me. To find out more about participation in the study, contact me (Jessica Cox) at jgc48@georgetown.edu or (302) 354-7122, or Dr. Cristina Sanz at sanzc@georgetown.edu. Timing is flexible; we can accommodate your schedule.

Executive Secretary for Private Foundation &ndash Robertson Foundation for Government

Work hours: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm (Monday thru Friday)
Office covers cost of health/dental insurance
Executive Secretary for non-profit Family Foundation

About us:

The Robertson Foundation for Government (RFFG) is a nonprofit family foundation dedicated to helping government meet its talent needs by identifying, educating and motivating top U.S. graduate students to pursue federal government careers in foreign policy, national security and international affairs.

Talent. Education. Service.

Established by the family of the late philanthropists Charles and Marie Robertson, and named in their honor, the Robertson Foundation for Government pursues a mission that was central to Mr. and Mrs. Robertson's philanthropic activities: strengthening the United States government and increasing its ability and determination to defend and extend freedom throughout the world by improving the training and education of men and women for government service, with particular emphasis on international relations and foreign affairs. http://www.rffg.org/

You will perform general office/clerical duties on an "as needed" basis. You will be responsible for general transcription/direction, filing, draft correspondence, perform varied clerical and typing/word processing duties. You will make independent decisions within established guidelines regarding planning, organizing, and scheduling of own work. The general job responsibilities / requirements are listed but not limited to those below:

• Must be very organized and have the ability to work independently
• Execute independent research
• Create excel spreadsheets and have excellent knowledge of all other Microsoft Office products including Microsoft Publisher
• Must have general book keeping experience and understanding of "QuickBooks"
• Complete special projects without a great deal of supervision
• Event Planning
• Preparation for bi-annual Board meetings
• Open, copy and distribute correspondence and other materials
• Phone coverage
• Handle meeting scheduling and making travel arrangements as requested
• Draft and type correspondence

Location: Foggy Bottom-Washington, DC
Salary will be commensurate with skills of a top Executive Assistant. Send resumes, inquiries & references kzamani@rffg.org. Please include salary requirements. Background checks and drug testing will be part of the hiring process.

Salary commensurate with experience
This is at a non-profit organization.

Program Assistant with The Asia Foundation, Washington, DC

The Asia Foundation's Washington, DC office is seeking a Program Assistant to help provide administrative, program and logistical support to the Washington office. The Program Assistant, under the direction of the Associate Director, will work with staff in the Washington, DC office to ensure efficient communication between Asia Foundation offices and external institutions in the Washington, DC area. The Program Assistant will engage with specialists in relevant program fields to support exchange programs, reach out to consultants and grantees, and visit other Washington-based organizations.

REQUIREMENTS: Candidates require a Bachelor's Degree, preferably in the social sciences, international relations, Asian studies, or other similar concentration, and at least two years of administrative work experience in supporting program and policy-related activities and event planning functions. Knowledge of office procedures and equipment, and word processing, database, and spreadsheet software is required. Experience with social media and myemma marketing software preferred. Work experience in an international development organization, non-profit, or government office also a plus.

Job Functions: Varied job assignments will include: assisting with program design and logistical arrangements for meetings, exchange programs, seminars, and other events involving senior-level US and international participants; assisting with scheduling appointments and arranging meeting schedules for international grantees and visiting staff; drafting and edit program descriptions, background papers, and research on specific topics; managing the Washington office contacts database; developing content for and managing distribution of monthly electronic newsletter; assisting with public outreach and communications strategies, including monitoring social media tools, event listings, and peer organizations' websites; attending and reporting on Congressional hearings and other policy meetings in Washington; providing support to administrative personnel to ensure the smooth functioning of the Washington office, including preparation for meetings, photocopying, phone coverage, and corresponding by email; and, other duties as assigned.

TO APPLY: please place your cover letter and resume in one document and submit it as an attachment at http://www.asiafoundation.org/about/employment/. We will only consider applicants who apply online. In addition, to be considered, an applicant must submit their application prior to the deadline of April 19th, 2013. Must be able to legally work in the United States without sponsorship. No relocation assistance will be provided for this position. The Asia Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/D/V. No phone calls, please.

Senior Contracts Specialist with Save the Children, Washington, DC

Save the Children has created a new and exciting opportunity for a Senior Contracts Specialist. The Senior Contracts Specialist will participate in new initiatives to train and build capacity and provide support for Save the Children US and Save the Children International and WDC based business partners. The Specialist is responsible for the support, management and implementation of current and new contracts, training materials and he/she will serve as a resource for policies and regulations related to USAID or other major donors.

Responsibilities: Infrastructure: Work with the Director, Contracts and other departments to ensure contracts are managed efficiently; update policies; develop organizational capacity to administer contracts with a specific focus on USAID and other government clients, develop relevant rules and regulations. Contract Reporting, tracking/ donor interaction: Prepare and negotiate contracts and subcontracts and RFPs; Review of cost proposals, solicitations, prime contracts and other related contract documents; provide feedback on cost proposals, solicitations, prime contracts, FAR and AIDAR references; set up tracking system, maintain manuals.

Review and Analysis: Review contracts and identify risk to stakeholders; review budgets and contract documents. Compliance: Maintain knowledge with USG/ global Fund (GFATM) rules and regulations and communicate changes to SC US and SCI; monitor procurement under contracts to ensure compliance. Training and Technical Assistance: Develop and deliver formal and informal Contracts trainings, including innovative and interactive communications tools, share best practices; provide timely support.

REQUIREMENTS: BA in Business Administration, Finance or Public Administration. 5-9 years' experience in contracting activities through the life of the award. Proven experience in the compliance function in the area of contracts, procurement and subcontracts especially US federal (OMB Circulars, A122, A133, FAR and AIDAR) and European governments. Experience in budget preparation, contract negotiation, subcontract management, procurement, performance auditing and dispute resolution. Contract management experience required. Strategic planning skills, communication skills, organizational skills required. Strong research skills. Familiarity with A-133 audit requirements. Advanced knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) 22 CFR 226, 22 CFR 228, and AIDAR. Employee Type: Full time.

TO APPLY: Apply Online: http://www.savethechildren.org. Save the Children is the leading independent organization for children in need, with programs in over 120 countries, including the United States. We aim to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives by improving their health, education and economic opportunities. In 2010, we improved the lives of over 64 million children in need in the United States and around the world. Our goal is to reach more than 74 million children annually by the year 2012. Join our dedicated and diverse staff committed to improving the well-being of children. Save the Children provides an attractive benefits package including competitive salaries, a matching retirement plan, health and welfare benefits, life insurance, an employee assistance program, generous time off and much more. Save the Children provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap, disability, marital status, or status as a veteran. Save the Children complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

Associate Director, New Business Development, Africa with Save the Children - Washington DC

Save the Children is seeking an Associate Director, New Business Development, Africa who will provide quality control and support to International Programs' efforts to achieve greater program impact through the successful pursuit of larger and more strategic funding opportunities. The Associate Director provides technical assistance, support and training to field and HQ staff. The primary focus is on large-scale fundraising opportunities from USAID and other public institutional sources.

Responsibilities: Assist country office in proposal development; provide quality control, review strategies and action plans for technical and cost proposals, edit proposal sections, budgets, graphics, work plans, and oversee final proposal production for submission to donors. Develop and maintain systems, procedures, policies and materials to support the identification, selection and response to strategic opportunities. Represent SC US as needed in meetings with donors and partners. Strengthen staff capacity: Deliver trainings, provide tools which include proposal guides and manuals, and interact with International Program staff on proposal teams.

REQUIREMENTS: BA required; MA in related field preferred. 6-8 years' experience in international development, including at least 5 years' experience with program/ proposal development for large-scale multi-million dollar international development programs funded by USAID and other public institutional donors. Detailed knowledge of USAID's procurement procedures; knowledge of USG grant and or contract regulations. Strong writing and communication skills, able to lead teams. Fluency in French required. Strong prior training and capacity building experience; proven experience with creating modules. Overseas experience preferred. Must be willing to travel 25-30%. Employee Type: Full time.

TO APPLY: Apply Online: http://www.savethechildren.org. Save the Children is the leading independent organization for children in need, with programs in over 120 countries, including the United States. We aim to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives by improving their health, education and economic opportunities. In 2010, we improved the lives of over 64 million children in need in the United States and around the world. Our goal is to reach more than 74 million children annually by the year 2012. Join our dedicated and diverse staff committed to improving the well-being of children. Save the Children provides an attractive benefits package including competitive salaries, a matching retirement plan, health and welfare benefits, life insurance, an employee assistance program, generous time off and much more. Save the Children provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap, disability, marital status, or status as a veteran. Save the Children complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

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OMS (Office Management Specialist) - 2 Vacancies, Western Hemisphere Affairs/Front Office, GS-09

Bureau/Office: Western Hemisphere Affairs/Front Office
Grade/Salary: GS-09 $51,630 - $67,114 yearly
Position Title: OMS (Office Management Specialist) - 2 Vacancies

Job Description:

Incumbent serves as the primary secretary and personal assistant to the Deputy Assistant Secretary (DAS); applies a basic foundation of administrative concepts, principles, and practices to carry out the work of the DAS. Exercises exclusive control over the DAS's appointments with complete authority of commitments; prepares or requests preparation of briefs indicating the purpose of the appointment and outlining the background data.

Receives all correspondence for the DAS and routes matters requiring action to the appropriate Office Director; makes arrangements for meetings and conferences. Receives and makes proper disposition of telephone calls.

Types correspondence from rough draft, notes or oral instructions; serves as liaison between the DAS and other Office Directors inside and outside of the Department; and serves as backup to other Front Office secretaries as needed.

Point of Contact: Vontrice Jones
Contact Email and/or Phone: jonesvl@state.gov
Closing Date: May 31, 2013
Clearance Required: TS
Noncompetitive Eligibility Required? Yes

Seeking Eligible Family Members (EFMs) with noncompetitive eligibility under Executive Order 12721.

Noncompetitive eligibility under E.O. 12721 enables EFMs to apply for jobs noncompetitively. With this hiring option, they are considered before other candidates.

To have this noncompetitive eligibility hiring option, an EFM must have completed 52 weeks of service in an appropriated fund position(s) performed under a Family Member or Temporary Appointment overseas. Work must be performed during the time the family member was accompanying a sponsor officially assigned to a U.S. mission overseas and the EFM must have received fully successful or better (or equivalent) performance rating as demonstrated by their latest PAR.

To apply for this position, candidates with noncompetitive eligibility should send the following required documents to the contact listed above:

• A copy of their resume
• Proof of their eligibility (i.e., E.O. 12721 documentation, initial, final and INWS SF-50s, etc.)
• A copy of their most recent performance appraisal

Administrative Support Assistant (OA), GS-303-7/8

Introduction
The position is located within the Human Resources Career Development and Assignments Office in the Mid-level Division in the Overseas Civil Service Assignments Unit (OCSA). The incumbent reports directly to the Unit Chief, performing work of general program support of a nature which encompasses a variety of different duties and responsibilities.

Major Duties
Maintains the CS Abroad Community Website ensuring present job announcements are posted and information is current. Reviews the comments and questions from GS employees posted on the site regarding the FS limited non-career opportunities responding to routine queries and referring other questions to the appropriate officer in the unit. 35%

Maintains and establishes the electronic database for the various types of LNAs under the control of the unit in order to run reports and statistics for the Limited Non-Career LNA programs such as the Hard to Fill, Overseas Development Program, Expert LNAs, etc. Works under the direction of the Unit Chief, who provides general guidance regarding the information to be inputted. Reviews the Interdivisional panel agendas pulling any information regarding the assignment of LNAs that needs to be captured in the database. Carefully reviews all work to ensure the accuracy of the information entered.

Receives telephone calls and visitors to the office and, based on a thorough knowledge of the office and its programs and procedures, responds to inquiries that do not require in-depth research or technical knowledge. As appropriate, independently directs inquiries to the appropriate action officer. Exercises judgment in determining which calls/visitors the Unit Chief should receive, screening those that can be handled by other action officers within the organization. Issues reminders of meetings and appointments and reschedules them when required. Prepares the Time and Attendance for the unit. 20%

Assists in the preparation of all taskers: to include formatting, printing, assembling, copying, adding enclosures, and addressing envelopes or labels. Reviews all correspondence handled by the office for procedural and grammatical accuracy. Makes corrections as necessary or provides suggestions to action officer for revision. Maintains control of correspondence received in the office. Assumes responsibility for notifying the responsible staff personnel when follow up work is required to complete actions to ensure timely replies. Assists in the preparation of memoranda, reports, and other material that require special formatting and procedures. Prepares and/or compiles other material as required including reports, charts, slides, graphs, statistical, and tabular material for use in presentations. Maintains office reference files in accordance with official records management procedures. Monitors the files of the CS employees on FS Limited Non-career Appointments retiring those files that are no longer active in accordance with the Department's Disposition Schedule.

Assumes responsibility for staying informed about the latest regulations and higher policies governing the preparation of correspondence, studies, and reports in addition to familiarity with and adherence to specific office procedures. Maintains reference file of applicable guidelines for use by personnel. 30%

Accurately and promptly transmits and receives documents and messages electronically via electronic mail (e-mail). Operates a personal computer terminal, to prepare a variety of narrative and tabular material (e.g., correspondence, reports, technical papers, charts, statistical tables, manuals, travel orders, messages and other documents) involving the common terminology of the unit for which the work is done and requiring accuracy in spelling, grammar, and syllabication. Operates related peripheral equipment such a printers and modems as required. Uses software and printers to create, copy, and edit, e.g., make insertions or deletions or move material from one place to another; store; retrieve; and print a variety of standardized documents using a glossary of pre-recorded formats, form letters, standard paragraphs, and mailing lists. Refers to technical dictionaries, textbooks, research reports, or similar material as reference tools to facilitate these assignments. Assures the propriety of formats, spacing, arrangements, and preparation of material in final form as prescribed in style manuals. Uses judgment regarding form and arrangement for statistical or tabular material involving numerous headings and subheadings. 15%

*EOE* refers to candidates who have noncompetitive hiring eligibility under Executive Order 12721

Bureau/Office: HR/CDA/ML/OCSA
Grade/Salary: GS-7/8 $42,209 - $60,765
Position Title: Administrative Support Assistant
Point of Contact: Joann G. Alba
Contact Email and/or Phone: AlbaJG@State.gov (202) 663-0627
Closing Date: Open until filled - Position becomes vacant on June 29, 2013.
Clearance Required: TS
Noncompetitive Eligibility Required? Yes

Seeking Eligible Family Members (EFMs) with noncompetitive eligibility under Executive Order 12721.

Noncompetitive eligibility under E.O. 12721 enables EFMs to apply for jobs noncompetitively. With this hiring option, they are considered before other candidates.

To have this noncompetitive eligibility hiring option, an EFM must have completed 52 weeks of service in an appropriated fund position(s) performed under a Family Member or Temporary Appointment overseas. Work must be performed during the time the family member was accompanying a sponsor officially assigned to a U.S. mission overseas and the EFM must have received fully successful or better (or equivalent) performance rating as demonstrated by their latest PAR.

To apply for this position, candidates with noncompetitive eligibility should send the following required documents to the contact listed above:

• A copy of their resume
• Proof of their eligibility (i.e., E.O. 12721 documentation, initial, final, INWS SF-50s, etc.)
• A copy of their most recent performance appraisal

Executive Assistant to PDAS, DRL/FO, GS-9

Bureau/Office: DRL/FO
Grade/Salary: GS-9
Position Title: Executive Assistant to PDAS

Point of Contact: Hinda Mohamed
Contact Email and/or Phone: MohamedHA@state.gov – 202-647-6857
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Clearance Required: TS
Noncompetitive Eligibility Required? Yes

Seeking Eligible Family Members (EFMs) with noncompetitive eligibility under Executive Order 12721.

Noncompetitive eligibility under E.O. 12721 enables EFMs to apply for jobs noncompetitively. With this hiring option, they are considered before other candidates.

To have this noncompetitive eligibility hiring option, an EFM must have completed 52 weeks of service in an appropriated fund position(s) performed under a Family Member or Temporary Appointment overseas. Work must be performed during the time the family member was accompanying a sponsor officially assigned to a U.S. mission overseas and the EFM must have received fully successful or better (or equivalent) performance rating as demonstrated by their latest PAR.

To apply for this position, candidates with noncompetitive eligibility should send the following required documents to the contact listed above:

• A copy of their resume
• Proof of their eligibility (i.e., E.O. 12721 documentation, initial, final and INWS SF-50s, etc.)
• A copy of their most recent performance appraisal

This position is located in the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL), Department of State (DoS). The bureau provides guidance and coordination of policy formulation and implementation of United States (U.S.) policy on democracy and human rights.

The incumbent serves as a Special Assistant to the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary (PDAS), and works with the Assistant Secretary (A/S), the three other Deputy Assistant Secretaries DAS), four Special Representatives/Envoys/Ambassador (Specials) and over 140 Bureau employees located in 3 different buildings. The incumbent assists in shaping priorities and defining issues associated with democracy, human rights and labor.

At the direction of the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary and key staff, the incumbent also performs special and confidential tasks and assignments relating to DRL matters.

The incumbent responds to inquiries from both within and outside DRL concerning the status, location, subject matter, deadlines and effective and efficient processing procedures, to include issues that deal with DRL policies and procedures or questions on the various types of negotiations. Determines the feasibility of meeting deadlines on specific documents and notifies originator if an extension is required. May receive inquiries on different human rights violations and contacts the appropriate source to obtain information to present the issue to the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary.

Helps with drafts or helps edits communications for signature by the Secretary, Under Secretary, Assistant Secretary and Bureau Principals. Ensures memoranda and other correspondence for signature, information, approval or clearance that come to the front office are directed to the Assistant Secretary promptly through appropriate channels and that the Special Advisors and others are made aware of decisions and other actions taken on such documents by the Assistant Secretary. Ensures that the Assistant Secretary's requirements and prior policy instructions are appropriately reflected and explained in decision and information memoranda that come to the Assistant Secretary.

Manages the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary's daily schedule and serves as the administrative contact for all internal and external communications within the Department including e-mail and telephone correspondence. Monitors internal paperwork sent to other State offices required by Front Office such as travel documents, travel memos, and clearance upgrades. Informs policy officers, based on the meeting's subject, what materials should be prepared and the necessary information the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary would need. Gathers, assembles, and analyzes facts and presents oral and written notes of compiled data to the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary or other senior personnel. Participates on special committees or projects concerned with administrative matters. Researches and investigates facts involving administrative problems or other project and assignments through to completion and develops recommendations. Provides advice and assistance for new support staff as they learn the written Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) and unwritten Operating Procedure within the State Department.

Attends weekly Directors meetings and provides the bureau with specific notes which should or will be addressed as well as those that are still outstanding, and helps in tasking action items to appropriate action officer(s) to ensure all materials are provided for Front Office senior officials.

Secretary (Office Automation), Arms Control, Verification and Compliance, Office of Euro-Atlantic Security Affairs (AVC/ESA), GS-8

Bureau/Office: Arms Control, Verification and Compliance, Office of Euro-Atlantic Security Affairs (AVC/ESA)
Grade/Salary: GS-8
Position Title: Secretary (Office Automation)

Job Description: This position is located within the Bureau of Arms Control, Verification and Compliance, Office of Euro-Atlantic Security Affairs, (AVC/ESA). The ESA Office has primary responsibility within the U.S. Government for arms control issues and negotiations concerned with conventional armed forces, and represents ESA in the Washington interagency community in leading the development of conventional arms control policy and in the preparation for and management of U.S. participation in international forums dealing with negotiations and agreements on European regional and/or conventional arms control and military security matters.

The Secretary's responsibilities will include (but are not limited to) maintaining calendars; arranging and rescheduling appointments; initiating flight itineraries, fund sites, travel authorizations, and vouchers for travel; receiving and properly referring incoming telephone calls and visitors to the office; maintain time and attendance; liasioning with Department personnel and personnel from other government agencies, embassies, industries, and non-government organizations; and ordering office supplies and maintaining proper function on all office equipment.

Point of Contact: Richard Davis
Contact Email and/or Phone: Richard Davis, (202) 647-9170, DavisRI@state.gov
Closing date: Open Until Filled
Clearance Required: TS
EOE/Non-Competitive Status Required: Yes

Seeking Eligible Family Members (EFMs) with Executive Order [12721] Eligibility

Executive Order Eligibility enables EFMs to apply for jobs non-competitively. With this status, they are considered before other candidates.

To be eligible for Executive Order Eligibility, an EFM must have completed 52 weeks of service in an appropriated fund position(s) performed under a Family Member or Temporary Appointment overseas. Work must be performed during the time the family member was accompanying a sponsor officially assigned to a U.S. mission overseas and the EFM must have received fully successful or better (or equivalent) performance rating as demonstrated by their latest PAR.

To apply for this position, candidates with Executive Order Non-Competitive Eligibility should send the following required documents to the contact listed above:

1. A copy of their resume or OF-612
2. Proof of their eligibility (i.e., E.O. 12721 documentation, initial and final SF-50s, etc.)
3. A copy of their most recent performance appraisal

Staff Assistant, S/ES-EX Front Office, GS-7/9/11

Bureau/Office: S/ES-EX Front Office
Grade/Salary: GS-7/9/11
Position Title: Staff Assistant

Point of Contact: Mark R. Brandt, Deputy Executive Director
Contact Email and/or Phone: brandtmr@state.gov, 202-647-5467
Closing Date): Open until Filled with a Start Date: August, 2013
Clearance Required: TS/SCI
Noncompetitive Eligibility Required? Yes

Seeking Eligible Family Members (EFMs) with noncompetitive eligibility under Executive Order 12721.

Noncompetitive eligibility under E.O. 12721 enables EFMs to apply for jobs noncompetitively. With this hiring option, they are considered before other candidates.

To have this noncompetitive eligibility hiring option, an EFM must have completed 52 weeks of service in an appropriated fund position(s) performed under a Family Member or Temporary Appointment overseas. Work must be performed during the time the family member was accompanying a sponsor officially assigned to a U.S. mission overseas and the EFM must have received fully successful or better (or equivalent) performance rating as demonstrated by their latest PAR.

To apply for this position, candidates with noncompetitive eligibility should send the following required documents to the contact listed above:

• A copy of their resume
• Proof of their eligibility (i.e., E.O. 12721 documentation, initial and final SF-50s, etc.)
• A copy of their most recent performance appraisal

Staff Assistant Position: S/ES-EX

Introduction:

This position is located in the Office of the Executive Director, Executive Secretariat. The incumbent serves as a Staff Assistant and works closely with the Deputy Executive Director and bureau staff, in order to be fully cognizant of the Office and Department's viewpoints as they relate to administrative operations and activities. The incumbent's responsibilities include aiding the Deputy Executive Director with everyday operations by providing administrative support.

Duties:

The incumbent performs staff administrative duties consistent with the support required by the Executive Director's Office, which requires a high degree, comprehensive knowledge of views of the Deputy Executive Director and other senior officials. Performs staff functions in support of the Deputy Executive Director by carrying out assignments requiring a high degree of tact and diplomacy, and a comprehensive knowledge of the Department's programs and policies. The incumbent gathers recommendations for reports for the Executive Director's signature, analyzes and digest important documents and inquiries. Maintains a thorough knowledge of the views and policies of the Director in order to carry out the administrative assignments. The incumbent works closely with the Deputy to ensure continuous, smooth paper flow to and from the Office.

Serves in a liaison capacity for the Deputy with other Bureau officials' staffers to ensure documents tasked to those officials are tracked to conclusion. Maintains liaison with the 7th floor principals' offices, and other high level officials within the Department and other government agencies. Obtains information and presents it with the appropriate comments and other pertinent data to the Deputy for consideration.

The incumbent reviews matter requiring the personal attention of the Deputy; analyzes a wide variety of proposals and policy recommendations, official correspondence, official telegrams, reports and other documents of a highly classified and sensitive nature directed to the Office for clearance and/or endorsement. Obtains complete background information from responsible officers in the Department on such matters and arranges materials in clear and concise form with notes and recommendations prior to presentation to the Deputy for action. Performs research studies on assigned problems which the incumbent's superior does not time to pursue. Maintains and updates the office's official website as well as several databases containing information pertinent to the Department's intranet site.

Based on current and comprehensive knowledge of Department and Office policies, the incumbent independently answers important inquiries referred to the Office orally or as required in written form. As such, prepares draft correspondence for signature by Deputy, or other senior staff members, on a variety of substantive subjects. Keeps the Deputy informed at all times of the latest developments on matter which requires the Deputy's immediate and urgent attention, prior to discussions with the Executive Director.

Prepares travel logistics, briefing books, and any administrative support for the Secretary's travel itineraries and military aircraft travel for all other S-Bureau principals: (two) Deputy Secretaries of State, all Under Secretaries of State, as well as the Special Envoys and Representatives supported by the Executive Secretariat. Assists the Staff Assistant to the Executive Director on an as-needed basis with travel/logistics requirements related to the Secretary's foreign travel.

Incumbent assists in the coordination of administrative day-to-day activities and operations of the Office.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Secretary (Office Automation), Arms Control, Verification and Compliance, Office of Missile Defense and Space Policy (AVC/MDSP), GS-318-08

Bureau/Office: Arms Control, Verification and Compliance, Office of Missile Defense and Space Policy (AVC/MDSP)
Grade/Salary: GS-318-08, $46,745 - $60,765
Position Title: Secretary (Office Automation)

Job Description: The bureau advances national and international security through the negotiation and implementation of effectively verifiable and diligently enforced arms control and disarmament agreements involving weapons of mass destruction and their means of delivery as well as certain conventional weapons.

The Office of Missile Defense & Space Policy (MDSP) provides research, analysis, options, and recommendations to support the AVC Bureau Assistant Secretary, the Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security, and other Department of State officials on issues related to missile deffense, strategic early warning cooperation, and national security-related space policy. The office represents the bureau and/or department on U.S. Delegations for bilateral and multilateral consultations and negotiations in those areas.

The incumbent will serve as persoanl assistant to the Director of MDSP. Serves as the office manager and is responsible for overseeing overall administrative support for the MDSP Director and staff. Reviews correspondence and documents prepared for signature of or requiring coordination by the Director for conformance with regulations, grammar, format, and special policies of the organization. On own initiative, returns such communications to the originator for correction when not in conformance with known policies or correspondence regulations. Gives advice and instructions to subordinate offices, this is accomplished through discussions with the original author or clerical support to obatain a higher degree of compliance with general Office polices and correspondence regulations.

In addition to the duties in the position description. The incumbent is responsible for the following:

• E-2 orders and vouchers, and maintain travel budget records
• ARIBA supply orders
• eCC – electronic country clearance cables
• SMART – the Dept's new cable system
• GEMS and ePerformance
• Web-based visitor security form for visitors
• Crosshatch cable process
• Interface with Language Services for Translations; complete the Translations forms and get EX funding as necessary
• Interface with GPS for business card orders and other products
• Interface with FSI for office training – forms and web applications
• Webforms for any number of things
• Assist with Ethics Financial Disclosure forms for L/Ethics
• Archive and storage (Dept regulations require us to keep paper travel voucher records for over 6 years!)

PD Number*: D0921600
Point of Contact: Jacqueline L. Dale
Contact Email and/or Phone: DaleJL@state.gov
Closing date: Open until filled
Clearance Required: Top Secret
Noncompetitive Eligibility Required? Yes

Seeking Eligible Family Members (EFMs) with noncompetitive eligibility under Executive Order 12721.

Noncompetitive eligibility under E.O. 12721 enables EFMs to apply for jobs noncompetitively. With this hiring option, they are considered before other candidates.

To have this noncompetitive eligibility hiring option, an EFM must have completed 52 weeks of service in an appropriated fund position(s) performed under a Family Member or Temporary Appointment overseas. Work must be performed during the time the family member was accompanying a sponsor officially assigned to a U.S. mission overseas and the EFM must have received fully successful or better (or equivalent) performance rating as demonstrated by their latest PAR.

To apply for this position, candidates with noncompetitive eligibility should send the following required documents to the contact listed above:

• A copy of their resume
• Proof of their eligibility (i.e., E.O. 12721 documentation, initial and final SF-50s, etc.)
• A copy of their most recent performance appraisal

USAID-Related Jobs

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Senior Advisor for Biomedical Technologies for HIV Prevention Washington, DC

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has contracted through CAMRIS International partnered with IAP World Services Inc., (IAPWS), to recruit and hire qualified individuals for a Senior Advisor for Biomedical Technologies for HIV Prevention, Division of Technical Leadership and Research (TLR), Office of HIV/AIDS (OHA), Bureau for Global Health (GH), United States Agency for International Development (USAID/GH/OHA/TLR).

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is at the forefront of the U.S. Government (USG) response in the fight against HIV/AIDS. USAID is a key partner in the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and works closely with other USG agencies on this initiative in more than 90 countries. USAID is a key player in the Global Health Initiative (GHI), which seeks to shift the focus of USG assistance from Agency- and disease-specific programs to a more integrated and synergistic approach across all aspects of global health.

In the Bureau for Global Health (GH), the Office of HIV/AIDS (GH/OHA) is the locus of HIV/AIDS technical leadership for the Agency and has primary responsibility for the Agency's HIV/AIDS program. GH/OHA provides strategic direction, technical leadership and support to field programs in HIV and AIDS. The Office provides input to decisions concerning the strategic allocation of financial and human resources in the sector and assists in designing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating programs. This entails ensuring the technical integrity of Agency and Mission strategies; providing global technical leadership on the full range of issues related to HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment, managing numerous research and field support programs; and monitoring and reporting on the impact of the Agency's HIV/AIDS program.

The Senior Advisor for Biomedical Technologies for HIV Prevention serves in the Technical Leadership and Research division (TLR) of the Office of HIV/AIDS (OHA), Bureau for Global Health (GH) and reports to the Team Leader for Research. Within TLR, the Senior Advisor will be a member of the Research Team, and will also work closely with other teams within TLR and the Supply Chain Management Systems (SCMS) Division. TLR provides technical leadership, research, and programmatic expertise to help the Agency and its Missions develop strategies and programs that respond to USG, USAID and congressional compliance and budget priorities. TLR staff and division programs incorporate innovations, best practices, and lessons learned to advance the goals of GHI and PEPFAR. Key functions for this position include providing expert technical recommendations, programmatic oversight, and strategic guidance as USAID prepares for the introduction of microbicides, PrEP, and related HIV prevention products. This will include consultation at a high level with other relevant USG agencies, research and academic institutions, private foundations and other donors, developing country governments and regulatory agencies, industry, and civil society.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The Roles and Responsibilities of the Senior Advisor for Biomedical Technologies for HIV Prevention will include the following, particularly as related to the scale-up, roll-out, and implementation of microbicides, PrEP, and related HIV prevention products: Serve as the subject matter expert within USAID on biomedical technologies for HIV prevention; Advise senior USAID leadership in the development and implementation of short and long term program strategies for biomedical technologies for HIV prevention; Lead the development of normative guidance for product introduction and implementation; Lead the complex transition from product research and development (R&D) to product introduction and implementation; Support implementation research to address key questions regarding demand creation; optimal programmatic platforms for delivery; targeting individuals, couples, and communities; provision of antiretroviral drugs for both prevention and for treatment, integration with other health and development sectors; health system strengthening; Support regulatory review and approval or licensure of HIV prevention products in target countries; Identify product manufacturing and distribution issues and define alternative scenarios.

Develop and support implementation plans and strategies in collaboration with development partners, donors, beneficiaries, and advocacy groups; Expedite introduction and implementation of HIV prevention products, building on USAID experience with the introduction of other health technologies (e.g., contraceptives, vaccines, medical male circumcision, male and female condoms); Plan and support the development of strategic demand forecasts and marketing plans; Contribute to modeling population-level impact and cost effectiveness at varying levels of user adherence and population coverage; Identify priorities for product scale-up and roll-out through consultations with the public, academic, and private sectors; Transform manufacturing and distribution targets into programmatic objectives, functional requirements, and deliverables.

REQUIREMENTS The contractor must have: Master's or higher level academic degree(s) in technical fields relevant to health product regulatory approval, manufacturing, scale-up, and roll-out. Minimum of ten years of experience relevant to health technology introduction and implementation. Familiarity with the conduct and analysis of clinical trials and the translation of clinical research into subsequent stages of product development. Experience or knowledge of health programs in developing country settings with limited resources and infrastructure. Demonstrated experience in applying intellectual rigor and good judgment in program evaluation and oversight. Excellent analytical skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Willingness to travel internationally and within developing country context. US citizenship or Permanent Residency required to obtain Secret Security Clearance. This is an opportunity for employment or a contract, but we reserve the right to make no selection or award.

CAMRIS International and IAP World Services Inc. offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. TO APPLY: Please submit your resume online at www.camris.com. Application Deadline: Open until filled. CAMRIS and IAP are Equal Opportunity Employers EOE M/F/D/V

Training Specialist, Washington, DC

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has contracted through CAMRIS International partnered with IAP World Services Inc., (IAPWS), to recruit and hire qualified individuals for a Training Specialist, Office of Professional Development and Management Support, Professional and Organizational Development Team, Bureau for Global Health (GH/PDMS/POD), United States Agency for International Development.

The Bureau for Global Health (GH) at USAID provides Agency global leadership and technical expertise in the areas of population, family planning and related reproductive health, child and maternal health and nutrition, infectious diseases, and HIV/AIDS. The Office of Professional Development and Management Support (PDMS) is seeking a Training Specialist. This Office provides the human resource leadership and expertise necessary to attract, develop, motivate and retain a high performing and diverse workforce as well as supports administrative and operational aspects of the USAID/W Global Health Bureau.

The Professional and Organizational Development (POD) Team is one of three teams in the Office. Specifically, the POD Team strategic objective is "to strengthen the ability of USAID staff to lead and manage health programs" by providing resources, sharing knowledge, building capacity and maximizing learning opportunities. PD Team intermediate results are to improve the: Learning environment needed to support staff performance; Skills and knowledge needed to meet needs of changing environment and programs; and Team processes and team productivity.

PDMS facilitates on-going professional development learning opportunities, such as the regional State of the Art (SOTA) workshops conferences, training courses, distance learning, reference materials and job aids. The team also manages the orientation process to USAID and the Global Health (GH) Bureau for incoming staff. Additionally, PDMS acts as a liaison for USAID Human Resources and regional bureaus to provide comprehensive and systematic training resources to employees. Finally, PDMS manages the organizational development process for missions, GH offices and divisions.

The Training Specialist performs a variety of routine and complex tasks and assists with backstopping as needed. The Training Specialist ranks tasks in order of importance and impending deadlines, handles several tasks simultaneously, is capable of working independently, as well as in a team atmosphere, and seeks guidance when needed. The individual must possess a working knowledge of USAID policies and guidelines, as well as corporate practices and procedures. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: As a member of the POD Team, the Training Specialist will be expected to support professional development and organizational development efforts of the POD Team as well as outreach efforts. All members of the POD team, including the Training Specialist, are expected to serve as trainers and/or process facilitators for PD and OD events as needed and consistent with their skills. In addition there are substantial coordination and administrative responsibilities. Illustrative duties are listed below although since the Training Specialist will work as a member of the POD Team it is anticipated that duties may change as needs and skill mix of the Team changes over time.

Professional Development Training Coordination and Support: The Global Health Mini-University: Every year, the GH Bureau plans and implements the one-day Global Health Mini University in partnership with a local University to showcase state-of-the-art global health programs and approaches. Participants include GH Bureau staff, University students, partners, and other stakeholders. The Training Specialist will be expected to coordinate the Global Health Mini-University process including: Coordinate with training implementing partners and university partner on logistics: website registration, space, materials, etc. Coordinate with subject matter experts from within the GH Bureau to manage reviews for presentation proposals. Work with a planning committee to formulate the agenda, request logistics volunteers, set up the event, and manage the event. Work with the implementing partner to collect and analyze event evaluations.

Technical Essentials: The PD Team hosts regular Technical Essentials presentations that are intended as a series of presentations to orient GH Bureau staff on technical fundamentals and state-of-the-art programming within the GH Bureau's technical offices. Presentations topics may include: HIV/AIDS, Reproductive Health, Family Planning, Malaria, Nutrition, Infectious Diseases, Maternal Health, Child Health, and cross-cutting areas such as Health Systems Strengthening and Behavior Change Communication. The Training Specialist will coordinate the Technical Essentials Series process including: Working with the PD Program Assistant to organize logistics: space, dates/ times, advertisements, registration. Coordinate with subject matter experts from within the GH Bureau. Draft an agenda or timeline for the series in collaboration with the subject matter experts, PD Team, and Personnel Team. Work with the PD Program Assistant to collect and analyze evaluations.

Cross-Cutting Technical Training: The PD Team has been requested to develop training in key cross-cutting technical areas such as Health Systems Strengthening and Health Financing. The Training Specialist will assist the PD team in designing, updating, maintaining and archiving agendas, resources and curricula for PD offerings and website content.

eLearning: The PD Team, in collaboration with the Office of Population and Reproductive Health (PRH), manages an eLearning platform that provides USAID staff, partners, and all global health stakeholders to complete online courses in various technical areas including: HIV/AIDS, Reproductive Health, Family Planning, Malaria, Nutrition, Infectious Diseases, Maternal Health, Child Health, and cross-cutting areas such as Health Systems Strengthening and Behavior Change Communication. The Capacity Development Advisor on the PD Team manages this portfolio. The Training Specialist will support the Capacity Development Advisor in coordinating with subject matter experts to review and revise current courses as well as propose and develop new courses.

State-of-the-Art Workshops and Major PD Events: Assist as needed in coordination and conducting follow-up for major GH Bureau training and PD workshops, meetings, and conferences. (e.g., State of the Art Meetings, Health Managers' Workshops, etc.). Work as a member of the POD Team to help develop course modules, materials and tools as needed and assist as needed in designing and conducting follow-up post-event evaluations for PD and OD events.

PD Team Administrative Coordination and Support: Training Evaluation: Assist in design and implementation of post-event evaluations of PD activities, including evaluation instruments and tracking of results, application of learning and long-term impact of training.

PD Communications and Marketing: The PD team uses a variety of communication mechanisms to reach staff in DC and the field about learning, training, and personal growth opportunities. As a member of the PD Team, the Training Specialist will develop and disseminate relevant PD communications, including: contributing the Professional and Organizational Development (POD) Blog, supporting GH staff with publishing efforts, and writing communications for GH Bureau and Mission Health Staff on relevant PD topics, particularly with regards to technical training.

Research and track PD training provided by partners for field staff: Work with GH C/AORs to collect heath training information for field staff. Periodically contact partners to get information on training sponsored in field. Target staff in field to provide information to and follow-up as necessary. Research, track and update training provided by universities or other donor organizations.

Course catalog creation and maintenance: Ensure that course information is accurate and up to date on an on-going basis. Work with subject matter experts to develop course description with learning goals and objectives. Work with PD Program Assistant to have course information correspond to information on training calendar.

Technology Training and Support: Provide support as needed to the GH Bureau on new IT initiatives, including providing training on Gmail & Google Drive.

REQUIREMENTS The contractor must have: Bachelor degree and at least two years of relevant professional experience; Demonstrated organizational skills; Demonstrated understanding of international development, specifically global health; Demonstrated excellent writing and communication skills; Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Applications; Strong research and analytical skills; Demonstrated ability and experience in facilitation, design, implementation, and evaluation of experiential training for adults. A Secret Security clearance is required and must be obtained.

Candidates with the following qualifications are preferred: Master's degree or equivalent experience in a related field; Knowledge of USAID's health programs, regulations, and policies; Experience in the use of database applications; Demonstrated experience and ability in organizational development; Experience or education in a relevant health field; Relevant field experience in a country where USAID implements health programs.

Additional Requirements: Percent of Time Traveling: Up to 25% of time may be devoted to international travel. Language Skills: Oral and written communications skills and the ability to read, analyze, and interpret general trade and business periodicals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from Bureau for Global Health senior officials, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to reports and financial tracking systems. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. This is an opportunity for employment or a contract, but we reserve the right to make no selection or award.

TO APPLY: CAMRIS International and IAP World Services Inc. offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Please submit your resume online at www.camris.com. Application Deadline: Open until filled. CAMRIS and IAP are Equal Opportunity Employers EOE M/F/D/V

Evaluation Technical Advisor, Washington, DC

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has contracted through CAMRIS International partnered with IAP World Services Inc., (IAPWS), to recruit and hire qualified individuals for an Evaluation Technical Advisor, Policy, Evaluation and Communications Division, Office of Population and Reproductive Health, United States Agency for International Development.

INTRODUCTION: The Evaluation Technical Advisor position is designed to serve in the Policy, Evaluation and Communication (PEC) Division within the Office of Population and Reproductive Health (PRH) in the Bureau for Global Health (BGH). The PEC Division supports improved collection, analysis, and use of data in policymaking and program planning; and promotes policies, behavior change, and community norms that result in improved health outcomes, especially family planning and reproductive health outcomes. The Division also provides technical input for evaluation efforts across the population, health and nutrition (PHN) sector. The Evaluation Advisor will contribute to PRH's evaluation portfolio by providing leadership and direction in the design, implementation and evaluation of improved data collection, monitoring and evaluation, analysis and data use efforts. As part of this role, the Evaluation Technical Advisor will assist in the guidance and oversight of the FP/RH aspects of the Bureau-wide MEASURE Evaluation Project. MEASURE Evaluation provides assistance in data collection, monitoring and evaluation, data analysis, and data dissemination and use in the areas of family planning, reproductive health, maternal and child health, nutrition and HIV/AIDS. The Advisor also will provide leadership and technical guidance on program monitoring and evaluation of FP/RH issues to the PRH, BGH, Regional Bureaus and Missions as appropriate. The Advisor will work closely with the Senior Research and Evaluation Advisor, and will be supervised by the Chief of the PEC Division.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The Evaluation Technical Advisor will have an integral role within the PEC Division. The primary responsibilities for the Advisor are: Office and Bureau: Serve as an M&E technical resource to PRH Office, including providing advice on FP/RH monitoring and evaluation to PRH technical advisors, GH Bureau, and Regional Bureaus and Missions, as requested. In collaboration with the Senior Research and Evaluation Advisor, lead the development of approaches to strengthen monitoring and evaluation practices within PRH, including developing M&E briefings and tools. Ensure communication and collaboration with USAID/Washington units, missions, cooperating agencies, other donors, and other organizations with regard to FP/RH M&E issues. Chair PRH's Evaluation Process Improvement Committee (EPIC).

MEASURE Program: In collaboration with the AOR, provide technical backstopping and management oversight on FP/RH issues to the MEASURE Evaluation Project, including participating in Bureau-wide management meetings; monitoring the technical and financial performance of the FP/RH portfolio; and providing guidance to the PRH Technical Priority champions on monitoring and evaluation (M&E) issues related to their program areas, as requested. In collaboration with the AOR, provide leadership and management oversight to FP/RH aspects of Bureau-wide follow-on GH Monitoring and Evaluation project. Travel (as time and budget permit) to monitor MEASURE DHS and MEASURE Evaluation field activities and to assist Missions in M&E and other data collection issues.

Other Responsibilities: Review USAID country programming documents. Prepare briefing materials. May serve as a Country Lead, an Alternate Country Lead, or participate in a country team as the PRH specialist. Travel to assist the country team's Mission as time and budget permit. Participate in working groups or global leadership priorities.

REQUIREMENTS: The contractor must have: Master's degree in social science, demography, public health, epidemiology or closely related field required. Knowledge of population, family planning and reproductive health programming required. At least five years related experience in monitoring and evaluation, including experience providing M&E technical assistance in health projects in developing countries. Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation methodologies, including indicators. Knowledge of and experience in project design, implementation and evaluation. Proficient with statistical and other software packages; e.g. STATA, SPSS, etc. Strong administrative management skills (workplans, budgeting, results reporting). Experience with USAID programming, budgeting, and evaluation functions and procedures desirable. Knowledge of child health, HIV/AIDS, and infectious diseases desirable. Excellent verbal and writing skills. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team. Spanish or French language skills desirable. US Citizenship required with ability to obtain Secret Security Clearance. This is an opportunity for employment or a contract, but we reserve the right to make no selection or award.

TO APPLY: CAMRIS International and IAP World Services Inc. offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Please submit your resume online at www.iapws.com. Candidates meeting the requirements for the position will be required to provide a USAID 1420-17 Contractor Employee Biographical Data Sheet to document employment and salary history. Application Deadline: April 14, 2013. CAMRIS and IAP are Equal Opportunity Employers EOE M/F/D/V

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Linguist - Expert, FEDSYS

Company Overview
FEDSYS is a professional services company focused on providing reliable, cost-effective solutions to clients within both the public and private sectors. FedSys areas of experience and expertise include information technology, language services, intelligence, security, program management, customs and border management, and staffing. Services include requirements analysis, engineering, facility and systems design, systems integration and installation, customization, programming, maintenance, support, translation and interpretation, and training.

Description
The ideal candidate will perform in the role of an Expert Level Linguist and will be responsible for the full range of activities in processing material or participating in situations requiring advanced capability to perform translation, transcription and interpretation in support of the US Interagency work. In addition, the incumbent will perform “ancillary” linguistic activities, which include but are not limited to the following, are: blogging, collection, content management, editing, language training, monitoring, quality control, scanning, selection, subject matter expertise, summarizing/gisting, terminology management, translation-related services, triage, workflow, writing reports, writing analysis. Ensuring professional performance during working hours; demonstrating appropriate personal behavior during leisure hours.

Duties and Responsibilities

Translation
· Can translate a wide variety of complex texts that may contain difficult, idiomatic, scientific, and colloquial writing. Can capture subtleties, nuance, tone and register. Text might include commentary reflecting specific culture to analysis to argumentation and translator can capture meaning of socio-cultural elements embedded in text. Expression reflects native usage.

Transcription
· Able to interpret at virtually all levels, including complex or highly complex idiomatic speech with a very high degree of accuracy.
· Has excellent command in terms of speaking and comprehension of one or more dialects.
· Can successfully render expressions specific to a culture, and convey almost all subtleties and nuances appropriately.

Interpretation
· Reviews audio materials, writes/transcribes information from target language into English with a high-degree of accuracy and expression.
· Must be familiar with the communications collection equipment and have basic knowledge on its operation
· Must be familiar with basic investigative terminology and trends and any relative concerns regarding the investigations
· Must be familiar with minimization requirements for intercepted communications and proper handling instructions

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
· Near native proficiency in reading, writing and speaking in at least one of the following languages; Arabic, Arabic (Sudanese Dialect), Berber, Chinese (Mandarin), Danish, Dari, Dhivehi, Farsi, Finnish, German, Hausa, Hindi, Indonesian-Malaysian, Korean, Kurdish, N. African French, Norwegian, Pashto, Punjabi, Russian, Somali, Swahili, Swedish, Turkish, Urdu, Uyghur, or Uzbek.
· Must also have near native proficiency in reading, writing and speaking in English
· Has a good understanding of regional dialects
· Adheres to translation/transcription/interpretation protocols.
· Very good computer skills MS applications, Internet research
· Can review another linguist’s work for accuracy of content and quality of written expression commensurate with his/her own ability as a translator

Interface
This position will interact with both internal and external customers to include members of FedSys Senior Management and the US Interagency Community.

Security Requirements
Candidate must be able to successfully pass a background and drug screening as a condition of employment. Currently, Linguists must possess and maintain a Top Secret security clearance for the duration of employment; however FedSys may hire a candidate at any clearance level as deemed required by the Government at the time of selection. Clearance level requirements may be subject to change at the Government’s discretion. Applicants selected will be subject to a Government security background investigation and must meet eligibility and suitability requirements. This position may be deemed as deployable to overseas locations. Should this position be deemed as deployable, you must meet all requirements to be deployable and maintain that status throughout your employment with FedSys.

Additional Requirements
Must be a U.S. Citizen

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here, typical to that of an office environment, are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and use hands along with fingers, to handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee may frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Work Environment
The work environment, typical to an office environment, characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Some travel may be expected. Infrequent travel in support of business activities may be required.

Educational / Work Experience
· High School or GED equivalent is required
· Must have 10+ years professional work experience.
· Must be able to perform full range of activities as a linguist i.e. translation, transcription, interpretation

Professional/Certification Requirements
· Superior professional capabilities
· ILR Testing Requirements: Expert minimum ILR 5-5+ for translation or interpretation on interagency language roundtable

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with it.

FedSys, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other criteria the consideration of which is made impermissible by applicable law.

Linguist - Senior, FEDSYS

Company Overview
FEDSYS is a professional services company focused on providing reliable, cost-effective solutions to clients within both the public and private sectors. FedSys areas of experience and expertise include information technology, language services, intelligence, security, program management, customs and border management, and staffing. Services include requirements analysis, engineering, facility and systems design, systems integration and installation, customization, programming, maintenance, support, translation and interpretation, and training.

Description
The ideal candidate will perform in the role of a Senior Level Linguist and will be responsible for the full range of activities in processing material or participating in situations requiring advanced capability to perform translation, transcription and interpretation in support of the US Interagency work. In addition, the incumbent will perform “ancillary” linguistic activities, which include but are not limited to the following, are: blogging, collection, content management, editing, language training, monitoring, quality control, scanning, selection, subject matter expertise, summarizing/gisting, terminology management, translation-related services, triage, workflow, writing reports, writing analysis. Ensuring professional performance during working hours; demonstrating appropriate personal behavior during leisure hours.

Duties and Responsibilities

Translation
· Can translate a wide variety of complex texts that may contain difficult, idiomatic, scientific, and colloquial writing. Can capture subtleties, nuance, tone and register. Text might include commentary reflecting specific culture to analysis to argumentation and translator can capture meaning of socio-cultural elements embedded in text. Expression reflects native usage.

Transcription
· Able to interpret at virtually all levels, including complex or highly complex idiomatic speech with a very high degree of accuracy.
· Has excellent command in terms of speaking and comprehension of one or more dialects.
· Can successfully render expressions specific to a culture, and convey almost all subtleties and nuances appropriately.

Interpretation
· Reviews audio materials, writes/transcribes information from target language into English with a high-degree of accuracy and expression.
· Must be familiar with the communications collection equipment and have basic knowledge on its operation
· Must be familiar with basic investigative terminology and trends and any relative concerns regarding the investigations
· Must be familiar with minimization requirements for intercepted communications and proper handling instructions

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
· Near native proficiency in reading, writing and speaking in at least one of the following languages; Arabic, Arabic (Sudanese Dialect), Berber, Chinese (Mandarin), Danish, Dari, Dhivehi, Farsi, Finnish, German, Hausa, Hindi, Indonesian-Malaysian, Korean, Kurdish, N. African French, Norwegian, Pashto, Punjabi, Russian, Somali, Swahili, Swedish, Turkish, Urdu, Uyghur, or Uzbek.
· Must also have near native proficiency in reading, writing and speaking in English
· Has a good understanding of regional dialects
· Adheres to translation/transcription/interpretation protocols.
· Very good computer skills MS applications, Internet research
· Can review another linguist’s work for accuracy of content and quality of written expression commensurate with his/her own ability as a translator

Interface
This position will interact with both internal and external customers to include members of FedSys Senior Management and the US Interagency Community.

Security Requirements
Candidate must be able to successfully pass a background and drug screening as a condition of employment. Currently, Linguists must possess and maintain a Top Secret security clearance for the duration of employment; however FedSys may hire a candidate at any clearance level as deemed required by the Government at the time of selection. Clearance level requirements may be subject to change at the Government’s discretion. Applicants selected will be subject to a Government security background investigation and must meet eligibility and suitability requirements. This position may be deemed as deployable to overseas locations. Should this position be deemed as deployable, you must meet all requirements to be deployable and maintain that status throughout your employment with FedSys.

Additional Requirements
Must be a U.S. Citizen

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here, typical to that of an office environment, are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and use hands along with fingers, to handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Specific vision and hearing abilities required by this job include close vision and excellent hearing.

Work Environment
The work environment, typical to an office environment, characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Some travel may be expected. Infrequent travel in support of customers’ needs may be required. Work is conducted in overlapping shifts – Morning, Evening, and “Swing” shift options.

Educational / Work Experience
· High School or GED equivalent is required
· Must have 5- 10 years professional work experience.
· Must be able to perform full range of activities as a linguist i.e. translation, transcription, interpretation

Professional/Certification Requirements
· Advanced professional capabilities
· ILR Testing Requirements: minimum ILR 4-4+ for translation or interpretation on interagency language roundtable

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with it.

FedSys, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other criteria the consideration of which is made impermissible by applicable law.

Linguist - Primary, FEDSYS

Company Overview
FEDSYS is a professional services company focused on providing reliable, cost-effective solutions to clients within both the public and private sectors. FedSys areas of experience and expertise include information technology, language services, intelligence, security, program management, customs and border management, and staffing. Services include requirements analysis, engineering, facility and systems design, systems integration and installation, customization, programming, maintenance, support, translation and interpretation, and training.

Description
The ideal candidate will perform in the role of a Primary Level Linguist and will be responsible for the full range of activities in processing material or participating in situations requiring advanced capability to perform translation, transcription and interpretation in support of the US Interagency work. In addition, the incumbent will perform “ancillary” linguistic activities, which include but are not limited to the following, are: blogging, collection, content management, editing, language training, monitoring, quality control, scanning, selection, subject matter expertise, summarizing/gisting, terminology management, translation-related services, triage, workflow, writing reports, writing analysis. Ensuring professional performance during working hours; demonstrating appropriate personal behavior during leisure hours.

Duties and Responsibilities

Translation
· Can translate a wide variety of complex texts that may contain difficult, idiomatic, scientific, and colloquial writing. Can capture subtleties, nuance, tone and register. Text might include commentary reflecting specific culture to analysis to argumentation and translator can capture meaning of socio-cultural elements embedded in text. Expression reflects native usage.

Transcription
· Able to interpret at virtually all levels, including complex or highly complex idiomatic speech with a very high degree of accuracy.
· Has excellent command in terms of speaking and comprehension of one or more dialects.
· Can successfully render expressions specific to a culture, and convey almost all subtleties and nuances appropriately.

Interpretation
· Reviews audio materials writes/transcribes information from the target language into English with a high-degree of accuracy and expression.
· Must be familiar with the communications collection equipment and have basic knowledge on its operation
· Must be familiar with basic investigative terminology and trends and any relative concerns regarding the investigations
· Must be familiar with minimization requirements for intercepted communications and proper handling instructions

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
· Near native proficiency in reading, writing and speaking in at least one of the following languages; Arabic, Arabic (Sudanese Dialect), Berber, Chinese (Mandarin), Danish, Dari, Dhivehi, Farsi, Finnish, German, Hausa, Hindi, Indonesian-Malaysian, Korean, Kurdish, N. African French, Norwegian, Pashto, Punjabi, Russian, Somali, Swahili, Swedish, Turkish, Urdu, Uyghur, or Uzbek.
· Must also have near native proficiency in reading, writing and speaking in English
· Has a good understanding of regional dialects
· Adheres to translation/transcription/interpretation protocols.
· Very good computer skills MS applications, Internet research
· Can review another linguist’s work for accuracy of content and quality of written expression commensurate with his/her own ability as a translator

Interface
This position will interact with both internal and external customers to include members of FedSys Senior Management and the US Interagency Community.

Security Requirements
Candidate must be able to successfully pass a background and drug screening as a condition of employment. Currently, Linguists must possess and maintain a Top Secret security clearance for the duration of employment; however FedSys may hire a candidate at any clearance level as deemed required by the Government at the time of selection. Clearance level requirements may be subject to change at the Government’s discretion. Applicants selected will be subject to a Government security background investigation and must meet eligibility and suitability requirements. This position may be deemed as deployable to overseas locations. Should this position be deemed as deployable, you must meet all requirements to be deployable and maintain that status throughout your employment with FedSys.

Additional Requirements
Must be a U.S. Citizen

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here, typical to that of an office environment, are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and use hands along with fingers, to handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Specific vision and hearing abilities required by this job include close vision and excellent hearing.

Work Environment
The work environment, typical to an office environment, characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Some travel may be expected. Infrequent travel in support of customers’ needs may be required. Work is conducted in overlapping shifts – Morning, Evening, and “Swing” shift options.

Educational / Work Experience
· High School or GED equivalent is required
· Must have 1-5 years professional work experience.
· Must be able to perform full range of activities as a linguist i.e. translation, transcription, interpretation

Professional/Certification Requirements
· Advanced professional capabilities
· ILR Testing Requirements: minimum ILR 3-3+ for translation or interpretation on interagency language roundtable

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with it.

FedSys, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other criteria the consideration of which is made impermissible by applicable law.

Senior Director of Stability and Governance Practice Arlington, VA

International Relief and Development (IRD) is seeking a Senior Director to lead its successful international development Stability and Governance Practice (S&GP). The position is based in Arlington, VA and includes the management of overseas programs worldwide. This is an exciting leadership opportunity for a seasoned international development executive to lead a major business practice for a prime implementer of USAID and other donor funded programs. We are looking for a dynamic, passionate leader who has combined senior leadership experience (Chief of Party or similar) in the field with business development success here in Washington, DC.

International Relief Development (IRD) Inc., based in Arlington, Va. is one of the premier nonprofit organizations implementing development and relief projects around the world. We implement large projects, many of which are conflict prevention and stability programs, for a range of donors including USAID. Our projects are often in the 100M range and we are usually the prime implementer. We are currently implementing stability and governance projects in Asia, Africa and the Middle East encompassing conflict prevention, stability initiatives, rapid response and democracy and governance.

Responsibilities: As the leader of IRD's Stability and Governance Practice the Senior Director will be responsible for the success of IRD S&GP programs in Asia, Africa and the Middle East, as well as new business efforts. The Senior Director of the Stability and Governance Practice handles the following: Oversees for implementation of IRD's international S&GP projects including deliverables, donor compliance, start-up and close-out. Develops short and long term strategies and plans for new S&GP program development activities worldwide. Leads the process of prioritizing and selecting opportunities to bid on, identifying promising solicitations in collaboration with other sectors and IRD management. Champions prospective and live proposal efforts working with all segments of the team including business development, finance, recruitment as well as leading the technical team. Manages IRD S&GP staff, including day-to-day management, new staff recruitment, staff professional development, and staff assignments within the S&GP Division. Develops and maintains strong professional relationships with donors, clients, partners and other stakeholders. In coordination with the IRD Directors of Compliance and Internal Audit, take responsibility for ensuring that all IRD S&GP Division (HQ and field levels) programs, projects, activities, etc. are compliant with donor/ client requirements and IRD policies and procedures.

REQUIREMENTS: Education: Master's degree in International Relations, Peace Building, Anthropology or a related field. Experience: Minimum of 15 years international development work experience preferably in developing countries; Minimum of six years managing USAID programs in the field and HQ settings. Knowledge of US government regulations (USAID, USDA, and USDOS), World Bank and other donor, grant regulations strongly preferred. Proven ability to manage business development and program implementation team with a prime implementer of international development programs. Excellent writing, analytical and oral communications skills. Must be proficient in English. Proficiency in a second language (Spanish, French, etc. desirable). Travel: Up to 30% of time.

TO APPLY: Please apply online at http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH13/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRDDC&cws=1&rid=1063

Deputy Director, US- Based Health, Education and Training Programs with University Research Co., LLC

Deputy Director, US- Based Health, Education and Training Programs
University Research Co., LLC
Position ID: FY2013.HETP.

Hours: Full-time

Location: Rockville, MD

Salary: Commensurate with required experience and qualifications
University Research Co., LLC (URC)

URC is a global company dedicated to improving the quality of health care, social services, and health education worldwide. With a non-profit affiliate, the Center for Human Services (CHS), URC manages projects in over 45 countries, including the United States.

Established in 1965, URC offers a range of technical assistance to strengthen health and social systems and service quality by empowering communities and health workers to identify and scale up locally appropriate solutions to critical problems. Internationally, we expand access to and improve the quality of services addressing maternal, newborn, and child health; infectious diseases, including HIV/AIDS, TB, and malaria; reproductive health and family planning; food and nutrition; and vulnerable children and families. In the US, we focus on improving communication related to issues like substance abuse, with a particular focus on reaching underserved populations.

URC's mission is to provide innovative, evidence-based solutions to health and social challenges worldwide. Please join us in carrying out our mission (http://www.urc-chs.com/).

Division & Project Overview:

Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, the Center for Human Services, the nonprofit 501(c) 3, affiliate of University Research Co. LLC, is a leader in language acquisition, adult education, and public health. In 1988, we expanded our offices to New Jersey where we have offered a variety of programs in Cumberland, Salem, and surrounding counties.

Our program offerings range from English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction, support for disabled migrant and seasonal farmworkers, a referral network for women living with HIV /AIDS and Diabetes self-management classes and family literacy services.

Roles and Responsibilities:

University Research Co., LLC seeks an experienced manager with health communication expertise to join the senior management team of a major Federal contract focused on public education and the prevention of underage alcohol use.

The purpose of this role is to support the Project Director in the development and implementation of the contract's strategic plans and policies, and to provide leadership and direction to the client and project technical staff.

Reporting to the URC Director of Domestic Programs, the Deputy Director will function in dual roles: (1) as the second-in-command for the overall project and (2) as the URC subcontract manager.

As the project Deputy Director, he/she will:

• Have full delegated authority to act on behalf of the Project Director in his absence;
• Provide leadership and direction for technical staff, setting an effective agenda and ensuring performance goals are met and set;
• Assist in managing daily operations, including staff supervision, resource allocation, completion and submission of project deliverables, etc.;
• Serve as a mentor, coach and guide to junior staff and task leaders, particularly with regards to client priorities and preferences as well as local, state and national support networks as well as the application of social marketing and other relevant strategies and theoretical constructs;
• Represent the project to the public, key stakeholders and potential partners;
• Provide guidance, as requested by the Project Director, for work assignments such as the provision of technical assistance and training, outreach, community mini-grant coordination , partnership development, marketing, web site and materials development, database management activities, and evaluation;
• Collaborate and coordinate with other client-funded projects to ensure ongoing information exchange that will be useful in the development of messages, prevention education and communications, and technical assistance materials. University Research Co., LLC 2 of 2.

In the subcontract manager role, he/she will serve as the key liaison with URC headquarters and will be responsible for:

• Ensuring the subcontract is executed on target, on time, and on budget;
• Assisting in negotiating and developing subcontract and subcontract budget;
• Establishing and maintaining a consultant pool with requisite skills to address long- and short-term project needs;
• Supervising and mentoring URC staff and handling relevant personnel issues, including but not limited to annual performance reviews;
• Participating in URC Domestic Programs meetings and strategic planning efforts;
• Contributing to URC corporate marketing and program development activities, including writing proposal text, identifying potential staff, and developing overall program design and budgets.

The Deputy Director will also be responsible for other duties as requested by the Project Director and the URC Director of Domestic Programs.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required Experience & Qualifications:
• Masters degree in public health, social work, communication or related fields, plus five years of relevant experience in health communications, health education, or social marketing;
• Five or more years of management and supervisory experience;
• Familiarity with alcohol, tobacco, and other drug prevention state, local, and national networks and resources, a plus;
• Demonstrated skills in health communication campaign development, materials development, and evaluation of such activities;
• Time management, organizational & interpersonal skills with demonstrated writing, community assessment, and business management skills;
• Demonstrated public speaking, leadership, and training capabilities;
• Ability to make quality, independent decisions and handle confidential information;
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively under tight deadlines, with high volume and multiple interruptions;
• Ability to work well on a team and forge relationships with constituencies at the Federal, state, and local levels;
• Strong knowledge of computer applications including MS Office and online communications and applications;
• Familiarity with government contracting environment preferred.

To Apply:

For immediate consideration, please visit URC's Career Opportunities page at www.urc-chs.com/careers.

Please cut and paste your cover letter and upload your CV where indicated. Also, please complete your application form and attach a completed USAID Form 1420 Contractor Employee Biographical Data Sheet as well.

Due to the large number of inquiries we receive, only candidates who have met the required experience & qualifications for this position will be contacted. No phone calls please. However, since we are active around the world in the field of public health, we may wish to retain your CV in our database for other/future opportunities, unless you direct us otherwise.

Thank you very much for your interest.

URC is an E-Verify Employer
URC is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
We value and seek diversity in our workforce.

Knowledge Management Specialist with University Research Co., LLC

University Research Co., LLC Position Vacancy Announcement
Knowledge Management Specialist
University Research Co., LLC
Position ID: FY2013.IDG.
Hours: Full time
Location: Bethesda, MD (HQ)

Salary: Commensurate with required experience and qualifications
University Research Co., LLC (URC)

URC is a global company that works to improve the quality of health care, education and social services in the U.S. and around the world. We provide technical assistance and field research to strengthen health systems and service quality by empowering health workers to find and expand proven and locally appropriate solutions to critical problems. URC is dedicated to expanding access to high-quality maternal, newborn and child health services, preventing and reducing infectious diseases including HIV/AIDS, TB and malaria; and improving family planning and reproductive health education.

Established in 1965, our work spans over 30 countries around the globe. Our mission is to provide innovative, evidencebased solutions to health and social challenges worldwide. Please join us in carrying out our mission (http://www.urcchs.com/).

Division & Project Overview:

URC and its nonprofit affiliate CHS are global health organizations with over 45 years of experience helping government and private sector clients design, operate, and evaluate programs that address health, social, and educational needs. Many URC-CHS projects develop and use job aids and BCC materials (including print, audio and video) to help achieve project outcomes. URC-CHS currently has a large collection of materials on various topics from more than 30 countries.

The International Development Group is one of three international program divisions at URC/CHS and manages health field programs funded by USAID and CDC in Africa and the Latin America region with key focus areas improving health systems performance, including management support systems, and quality of care in maternal and child health, family planning, HIV/AIDS, TB and nutrition.

Roles and Responsibilities:

The Knowledge Management Specialist will facilitate innovative methods of knowledge exchange across the projects of the International Development Group (IDG) to ensure synthesis and dissemination of project activities, best practices, and lessons learned. This position is expected to build and expand upon knowledge sharing practices already in place and to create a strategic knowledge management program for the division. In addition, this position will contribute to knowledge management strategy development and implementation for URC as a whole, facilitating knowledge exchange across all company projects, country offices, and staff.

Responsibilities for the Knowledge Management Specialist include but are not limited to the following:

• Employ and champion innovative knowledge management methods and techniques to close knowledge gaps and promote both internal, cross-project sharing of key ideas and external dissemination of information for projects incountry and globally.
• Support country teams to develop, edit, and produce materials on innovations, evidence-based lessons learned, and best practices, ensuring that all materials produced in audience-specific formats. Topics will include maternal, neonatal, and child health; HIV/AIDS; tuberculosis; malaria, reproductive health and family planning; food and nutrition; quality improvement; health systems strengthening; health communication and behavior change; and research and evaluation.
• Advise on the development and production of websites, intranets, videos, social media strategies and messages, international meetings, conference posters and presentations, press releases, project reports, technical briefs, success stories, and other events and materials.
• Aid project teams in developing and maintaining strategic documentation, communication, and dissemination plans to meet project goals and reach key stakeholders.
• Provide technical support to project teams to initiate and maintain knowledge management practices in-country.
• Serve as part of the corporate knowledge management working group to develop and implement company-wide knowledge management strategies that foster organizational learning and growth.
• Promote and facilitate communities of practice in key technical areas throughout the company. University Research Co., LLC 2 of 2
• Liaise with the global health knowledge community outside of URC.
• Contribute to corporate business development initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications:

Note: You must currently be eligible to work long-term in the United States without requiring visa sponsorship.

Required Experience & Qualifications:

• Master's degree in public health, international development, information communication, social sciences, or another related field.
• At least 5 years of experience with organizational development, knowledge management, and/or organizational learning functions, with experience in international development projects strongly preferred.
• Firm understanding of innovative knowledge management concepts and methods and experience developing and delivering knowledge sharing programs.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, with advanced editing experience. Ability to explain complex concepts in layman's language.
• Experience with knowledge sharing technologies and social media.
• Robust interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate, get consensus across different teams, and establish productive relationships.
• Demonstrated analytical skills and ability to interpret data.
• Strong client orientation, with an understanding of client needs and concerns and an ability to provide a prompt and effective response.
• Self-motivation and drive for results.
• Fluency in English (required) and fluency in French or Spanish (preferred).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Willingness to travel and work with project teams in low-resources settings.

To Apply:

For immediate consideration, please visit URC's Career Opportunities page at www.urc-chs.com/careers.

Due to the large number of inquiries we receive, only candidates who have met the required experience & qualifications for this position will be contacted. No phone calls please. However, since we are active around the world in the field of public health, we may wish to retain your CV in our database for other/future opportunities, unless you direct us otherwise.

Thank you very much for your interest.

URC is an E-Verify Employer
URC is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
We value and seek diversity in our workforce.

Senior Technical Advisor, Silver Spring, MD

The Henry M Jackson Foundation is seeking a Senior Technical Advisor to support the US Military HIV Research Program (MHRP) located at The Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) in Silver Spring, Md. The incumbent is responsible for assisting the Director of Global Health Programs in monitoring and evaluating site activities under the prevention, care and treatment initiatives supported overseas (OCONUS) by the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR), U.S. Military HIV Research Program (USMHRP).

The incumbent will be responsible for developing measures for more effective monitoring and evaluation of HIV care and treatment programs including ARV services; TB/HIV and PMTCT programs at MHRP sites in Vietnam, Kenya, Nigeria, Tanzania, and Uganda; as well as MHRP participation in the implementation of the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief ("Emergency Plan"). Additionally the incumbent will work closely with the HQ Clinical Care Program Advisor, Program Evaluation Advisor, country teams, and partner organizations in developing and executing large scale and multi-site basic-program and public health evaluations, focusing on services provided to patients in relation to best practices of public health programs.

QUALIFICATIONS: Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 1) Program monitoring and evaluation; 2) Experience working with statistical packages such as SPSS or SAS is required; 3) Budget development, management and reporting; 4) Excellent communication skills; ability to troubleshoot technical procedures; 5) ability to work independently and supervise others; 6) Must demonstrated initiative, creativity and flexibility in problem solving and the ability to lead, supervise and work as part of a team; 7) Must be fluent in oral and written English.

Minimum Education/ Training Requirements: Bachelors' degree required, Master's in Public Health or social sciences, with strong analytical skills preferred. Minimum Experience: 4-6 years of relevant experience in monitoring and evaluation of health programs. A research/ statistical background is preferred. Experience with HIV/AIDS programs is desirable, experience with PEPFAR preferred. International work experience is preferred.

Physical Capabilities: Incumbent will be located at the Rockville office and travel to field sites as required on a quarterly basis to assist field-based program personnel and liaise with USG agencies. Supervisory Responsibilities/ Controls: Incumbent will work under the guidance of Dr. Tiffany Hamm, Director, Global Health Programs. Work Environment: Office/ field environment; may require working evenings and weekends; may involve working with biohazardous materials. Incumbent will be required to travel to field site locations in Africa on a regular basis.

TO APPLY: Please apply on-line at www.hjf.org/careers. Click "Advanced Search" and enter job number 208078 in the Job Opening ID box. HJF is a nonprofit medical research organization that provides support services to the military medical community and offers a competitive salary and generous benefits package. AA/EEO. HJF administers innovative medical research, supports education and training, and facilitates collaborations between the military and private medical communities. We provide comprehensive management and scientific services for more than 1,000 basic, clinical and applied research projects conducted around the globe. We also support continuing medical education programs for more than 160 military medical research and treatment facilities, and military medical organizations.

Deputy Program Manager, Bethesda, MD

CAMRIS International is seeking a Deputy Program Manager who will work closely with the Program Manager, Program Specialist, HR Specialist, Program Assistant, Program Security Officer, Subcontractor, COR and subcontractor personnel to ensure effective and efficient recruitment of institutional contractor employee positions, consistent hiring practices and comprehensive orientation, and highest quality management and administrative support. The Deputy Program Manager will have direct contact with contract employees to provide day-to-day support and will work with the Program Manager to ensure that the project's policies and procedures are complete, appropriate, and effectively implemented.

Responsibilities include: Administer and ensure quality control for all delegated tasks based on daily demands from staff, Points of Contact and COR. Respond to staff e-mails, phone calls, etc. per ad hoc requests, or assign these to other team members for follow through and supervise completion and quality control. Manage the Project Improvement Plan (PIP) process including implementation of domestic and international staff surveys, focus group discussions, key informant interviews and overall data collection and development of recommendations. Develop project improvement work plan. Establish and maintain ongoing relationships with project vendors to insure improved facilitation of key project functions and benefits. Oversee all elements of the recruitment process including preparation of job descriptions, postings, CV collection and initial vetting, coordination of short list interviews with Project Assistants and contact with candidates, Points of Contact and interview panels. Ensure that subcontract recruitment requests are filed in a timely manner including expanding support for international recruitments. Review routine salary packages including employee budgets for submission to Program Manager and project COR. Oversee security clearance process in coordination with project Security Officer. Oversee employee promotions. Coordinate with the requesting office to finalize new scopes of work, obtain and approve 1420 forms, prepare and submit salary approval packages, collect and process approvals from M/OAA. Negotiate terms and conditions for routine employment Offer Letters and agreements.

Review Offer Letter packages for submission to CAMRIS Human Resources and Program Manager. Update bi-weekly GHSI-II meeting agendas with subcontractors and CAMRIS. Conduct internal meetings and update senior staff on recruitment when needed. Update monthly recruitment and employee roster. Lead, facilitate and manage all onboarding processes including Employee Orientation, reference checks and verifications. Update and develop Employee Handbook in coordination with HR Specialist. Manage staff termination and retirement processes with HR Specialist. Manage project website content. Manage staff pilot testing sessions and trainings. Ensure quality control and input on content, partner coordination and implementation of open staff meetings for health benefits, retirement, payroll, online trainings and systems etc.

Support teambuilding and partnerships with subcontractors including communications improvements and regular meetings with subcontractors and GHIS-II site manager. Support ongoing improvements and iterations of internal Project Procedure Manual. Assist in the review, development and implementation of written policies and procedures, forms, and communication materials. Support the Project's overall reporting requirements and information management. Represent the project at employee meetings, recruitment fairs, and other events as needed. Other duties as assigned.

Job REQUIREMENTS: Relevant USAID or USAID-funded project experience, particularly in the area of Global Health. Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal skills, oral and written communication, and customer service. Ability to manage a high volume of detail-oriented work under tight deadlines. Overseas experience focused on international development or global health, particularly in a USAID program setting, is highly desirable.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred. 5-8 years of experience with USAID project management and staff supervision, overseas personnel logistics, human resources, management of complex operations, and, team building and capacity building. Primary Location: Bethesda, MD, United States. Travel: No.

TO APPLY: Please submit your resume online at www.camris.com. CAMRIS International offers comprehensive benefits. CAMRIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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