Logistics Manager, USAID Analytical Services V (ASV)

Job Description

OPPORTUNITY

This is an opportunity to play a critical role in advancing USAID’s democracy, human rights, and governance (DRG) objectives by addressing logistical challenges inherent in managing global analytical services. As the Logistics Manager for the Analytical Services V (ASV) initiative, you will support USAID’s Bureau for Democracy, Human Rights, and Governance (DRG) by ensuring smooth operations across a diverse portfolio of analytical activities.

In this role, you will manage the complexities of coordinating consultant recruitment, onboarding, and deployment under tight timelines, ensuring personnel are identified and mobilized efficiently. You will play a vital role in maintaining a robust roster of vetted consultants and implementing streamlined onboarding and deployment processes to mitigate delays and support rapid response needs. If you excel at managing dynamic workflows, building efficient systems, and delivering responsive logistical solutions that enable high-impact analytical work, this role offers a unique chance to contribute to the success of USAID’s global DRG programs.

ABOUT ENVIRONMENTAL INCENTIVES  

At Environmental Incentives (EI), our purpose is to create the conditions for human and natural communities to thrive. We do this by helping our partners improve the performance of conservation and development programs. Our clients trust us to design and support implementation of programs that (1) use evidence to develop effective strategies within complex systems, (2) center local stakeholder experiences and facilitate collective action, and (3) produce results that support learning about what works. Environmental Incentives is a certified B Corporation with offices located in Washington, DC, South Lake Tahoe, San Diego, Nairobi, and Lima (pending registration). Our remote staff and consultants are based in multiple states within the United States, and across five continents.

ONGOING RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the delivery of tasks, ensuring all deadlines for deliverables are tracked, proceed on time, are within budget, and align with USAID’s quality standards.
• Lead the recruitment, vetting, and onboarding of consultants to meet USAID’s rigorous requirements, ensuring rapid deployment for tasks.
• Maintain a robust roster of pre-vetted consultants for timely identification and mobilization.
• Work with project and company leadership to manage all aspects of consultant logistics including tracking the details of consultant agreements, scopes of work and deliverables, level of effort, invoices, and travel. 
• Oversee logistics for consultant deployment, including travel, scheduling, and alignment with task requirements.
• Coordinate resources, schedules, and communication between home office teams, consultants, and USAID Missions to ensure seamless task execution.
• Track and report on project progress, consultant performance, and logistical metrics to support adaptive management and informed decision-making.
• Collaborate with the Project Director, research teams, and USAID stakeholders to align logistical planning with strategic priorities.

QUALIFICATIONS 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree and four (4) years of experience managing the assignment of staff and/or short-term consultants worldwide in an expedient and cost-effective manner.
• Proven ability to oversee multiple tasks and competing priorities simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are consistently met.
• Demonstrated experience managing the logistical aspects of task delivery, including tracking deadlines, ensuring on-time and within-budget execution, and coordinating complex workflows.
• Experience in strategic planning, managing budgets and analyzing financial performance, and a strong understanding of business operations and procedures.
• Exceptional proficiency in written and spoken English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of USAID policies and procedures, particularly in managing logistical and operational requirements for analytical or programmatic tasks.
• Proficiency in developing and implementing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to improve efficiency and streamline workflows.
• Experience managing varies types of contracts (CPFF, T&M, FFP, Hybrid, Cooperative Agreements, GUCS, etc.)
• Proficiency in using project management tools and systems to track task workflows, deadlines, and personnel assignments.
• Proficiency in an additional language, particularly one relevant to USAID’s priority regions, is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders across global settings.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Capacity to maintain flexibility and adapt to changing demands, including high-pressure or high-demand periods.

Additional Requirements  

• Legally authorized to work in the United States with no restrictions.  
• Criminal background check required.  

BASE STATION 

The position is open for remote opportunities, but there is a strong preference for it to be based in our Washington, D.C. office. Environmental Incentives is implementing a hybrid work model in which employees are required to work in the office two days per week.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS 

The starting salary range for this position is $61,000-$73,000 per year.

Environmental Incentives also offers a competitive benefits package that includes:  

• 100% employer-funded medical, dental, long-term and short-term disability, and life insurance for employees, and the option to enroll in supplemental life insurance. 
• Highly competitive 401k contributions that start on day one of your employment. Did we mention we offer environmentally responsible investment options?   
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time. You’ll also get paid time off opportunities each year to vote and volunteer at a charity of your choice!    
• As an Employee Stock Ownership company, you’ll share in our success and benefit from company growth.

HOW TO APPLY 

Please submit your application immediately. On a rolling basis throughout the application period, we will review applications and contact qualified candidates for additional information.

ENVIRONMENTAL INCENTIVES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

We are committed to developing an inclusive work environment for all employees, where diversity of thought, style, culture, and skill is valued in support of individual performance and potential, as well as our business goals and mission. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or and other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

Reasonable  Accommodation:

Applicants with disabilities may contact Environmental Incentives coordinators via telephone, e-mail, and other means to request and arrange for accommodations. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time. Please contact Human Resources:

Aleedra Straughter

Chief People Officer

Phone: (771) 210-1173

E-mail: careers@enviroincentives.com

About the Organization

ABOUT ENVIRONMENTAL INCENTIVES  

At Environmental Incentives (EI), our purpose is to create the conditions for human and natural communities to thrive. We do this by helping our partners improve the performance of conservation and development programs. Our clients trust us to design and support implementation of programs that (1) use evidence to develop effective strategies within complex systems, (2) center local stakeholder experiences and facilitate collective action, and (3) produce results that support learning about what works. Environmental Incentives is a certified B Corporation with offices located in Washington, DC, South Lake Tahoe, San Diego, Nairobi, and Lima (pending registration). Our remote staff and consultants are based in multiple states within the United States, and across five continents.