Agency: U.S. Agency for International Development
Organization: Bureau for Resilience, Environment and Food Security, Feed the Future Policy, Analysis, and Engagement Office (REFS/FTF-PAE)
Location of Position: Washington, DC
Telework/Remote Eligibility: Eligible to telework up to four days per pay period (two days per week). The position is not remote eligible.
Open Period: August 29, 2024 – September 20, 2024
Appointment Type: This is an excepted service, time-limited appointment, that is not to exceed five initial years and may be considered for two, two-year extensions, depending on the needs of the service.
Salary: (USD) $107,657 – $158,097 per year
Number of Vacancies: One

Description of Organization: This position is located in the Analysis, Data, and Learning Division of USAID’s Bureau for Resilience, Environment, and Food Security (REFS). REFS’s mission is to partner to advance inclusive agriculture-led growth, resilience, nutrition, and access to water and sanitation to accelerate and protect global food security. The Analysis, Data, and Learning Division leads Bureau efforts to measure impact, develop innovative methods and metrics, assess how a changing world will impact REFS programming, and promote a culture of evidence based decision making.

Description of Position: Please refer to the attachment for the full description of the position.

Specialized Experience: For the FL-03 (GS-13 equivalent) grade level, you must have one year of specialized experience at the FL-04 (GS-12) grade level or equivalent. Specialized experience is defined as:

• Demonstrated expertise in using geographic information system software such as ArcGIS, QGiS or similar platforms for spatial data analysis, mapping and visualization; experience in managing, manipulating, and analyzing large spatial datasets, including data collection, data cleaning, and spatial data management; and
• Experience creating high-quality maps and spatial visualizations that effectively communicate analytical results, incorporating principles of cartographic design and map layout.

Education Requirement:

• At the FSL-03 level, at least a graduate degree is required.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be a U.S. citizen. Candidates must indicate citizenship on their application. If citizenship is not stated, the application will not be considered; and
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret-level security clearance.

Interested candidates must submit the following:

• A cover letter expressing interest and clearly addressing the stated requirements for the position; and
• A resume/CV that must include the month, year, and the number of hours worked per week for each position listed.

Other Applicable Documents:

• An applicant claiming Veterans’ Preference must submit all appropriate documentation (DD-214, Service Disability Letter, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, etc.); and
• An applicant serving as a current/former political appointee must submit all appropriate documentation (SF-50s, appointment letter, etc.).

Please submit your application package to [email protected]. Applicants must use the subject line “REFS_5, FSL APPLICATION PACKAGE: Program Officer (Geospatial Analyst), FSL-03, PD# 31652.” Application submissions are required by 11:59 p.m. ET, September 20, 2024. Packages not submitted by the deadline with the specified subject line—or incomplete packages—will not receive consideration.

This notice may be used to fill additional vacancies, as the workforce needs of the Bureau may change.

USAID Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) Commitment:
USAID envisions a world where all individuals are valued, have equitable access to opportunities, and are included, respected, and safe in their societies. USAID embraces diversity as outlined in USAID’s equal employment opportunity (EEO) statement. We seek to elevate and include the voices of the USAID workforce, recognizing and valuing the unique contributions of all stakeholders. USAID also strives to improve equity for underrepresented communities that have historically been denied fair and just treatment, and improve accessibility in all facets at USAID.

Additional Resources:

• EEO Policy Statement
• Reasonable Accommodation Policy
• Foreign Service Salaries
• Healthcare & Insurance

Any questions concerning this notice may be directed to Nicholas Johnson at [email protected].