1. SOLICITATION NO.: 72066321R00011
2. ISSUANCE DATE: 03/12/2021
3. CLOSINGDATE/TIMEFORRECEIPTOF OFFERS: 04/11/2021 (5:00pm Ethiopia’s local time.)
4. POINT OF CONTACT: Annmarie McGillicuddy, Supervisory EXO and Fekadu Tamirate, HR Specialist, e-mail at addisusaidjobs@usaid.gov.
5. POSITION TITLE: Water Security, Sanitation and Hygiene Lead
6. MARKET VALUE: $79,468 to $103,309 equivalent to GS-13. The final compensation will be negotiated within the listed market value based on the successful candidate’s salary history, work experience, and educational background. Salaries over and above the top of the pay range will not be entertained or negotiated. Resident-Hires USPSCs are not eligible for any fringe benefits, differentials, or allowances; and are only eligible for FICA, health insurance, and life insurance.
7. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: For two years, with three renewable one-year option periods up to a maximum of five years. Estimated to start on 07/01/2021.
8. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia with possible travel as stated in the Statement of Work.
9. ELIGIBLE OFFERORS: U.S. Resident-Hire. “U.S. Resident Hire Personal Services Contractor” (“PSC”) means a U.S. citizen who, at the time of hiring as a PSC, resides in the Cooperating Country: (1) As a spouse or dependent of a U.S. citizen employed by a U.S. Government Agency or under any U.S. Government-financed contract or agreement, or (2) For reasons other than for employment with a U.S. Government Agency or under any U.S. Government-financed contract or agreement. A U.S. citizen for purposes of this definition also includes a person who at the time of contracting is a lawfully admitted permanent resident of the United States and have a valid work authorization for Ethiopia.
10. SECURITY LEVEL REQUIRED: Facility Access. The final selected candidates must obtain both the appropriate security and medical clearances within a reasonable period. If such clearances are not obtained within a reasonable time or negative suitability issues are involved, any offer made may be rescinded.
11. STATEMENT OF DUTIES
General Statement of Purpose of the Contract:
The position will provide leadership, program management and technical support for USAID water security and sanitation-related programs. The Water Security, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Lead is a senior professional and expert in strategic planning, program and activity design, budgeting, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the full spectrum of WASH service delivery. The incumbent serves as the Mission’s senior advisor on WASH and water resource management (WRM) issues and ensures that the Mission has the necessary strategic, technical, and management expertise to direct and successfully implement WASH programs. In addition, s/he manages three other staff supporting the Mission’s $125 million WASH Project. The WASH Lead is expected to guide, coordinate, manage and monitor the expanding and high-profile WASH related portfolio of the country, leading to successful outcomes. She/he serves as the in-house subject matter expert on WASH and the Mission’s senior representative in policy, strategic and technical engagements with the interagency, host country government, international and bilateral organizations, and donor agencies to address technical issues and coordinate efforts.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION
Applications will be initially screened by the Human Resources Office to determine whether applicants have met the advertised minimum qualifications. A list of qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring office for further consideration and screening. Offerors who do not meet all the education and experience factors are considered NOT qualified for the position.
EDUCATION: A minimum of a master’s degree in environmental management, public health, engineering, economics or related field is required. Demonstrated proficiency in computer-based software application and processing is required.
WORK EXPERIENCE: At least 7 years of progressively responsible technical experience in water supply, sanitation, and hygiene improvement, including work in environments comparable to those of Ethiopia. The position requires a combination of managerial, technical, and analytical abilities. Expertise in the areas of sustainable water and sanitation services, hygiene promotion, private sector engagement, finance, sector policy reform, and program design is desirable. Experience in analyzing sector data and translating into practice.
