Agency: U.S. Agency for International Development
Organization: Bureau for Resilience and Food Security (RFS)
Location of Position: Washington, D.C.
Open Period: April 10 - May 1, 2023
Appointment Type: This is an excepted service, time-limited appointment that is not-to-exceed five (5) years
Salary: (USD) $126,164 - (USD) $183,500 (annually)
Number of Vacancies: 1
Description of Organization: The position is located in the Center for Nutrition in USAID’s Bureau for Resilience and Food Security (RFS). RFS partners to advance inclusive agriculture-led growth, resilience, nutrition, and access to water and sanitation to accelerate and protect progress on the Journey to Self Reliance. RFS oversees four high-level, integrated efforts in support of this mission: (1) Feed the Future, guided by the Global Food Security Strategy (GFSS), (2) the USAID Multi-Sector Nutrition Strategy, (3) the U.S. Global Water Strategy, and (4) efforts to increase resilience in areas of recurrent humanitarian crisis. To deliver on this work, RFS partners with other Federal Departments and Agencies, USAID Bureaus and Missions, universities, civil society, and other public- and private-sector actors. Overseeing annual Agency investments of over $2 billion, RFS is dynamic, fast-paced, and at the forefront of the Agency.
The RFS Center for Nutrition (CN) leads the Agency’s nutrition work. Through technical assistance, training, and curated learning products, the Center supports USAID Missions’ programming, policy, and partnership work in nutrition-sensitive agriculture, nutritious food systems, and food safety. The Center manages global research and analysis investments to generate nutrition innovations and evidence for wide application. Through strategic engagement and partnership, the Center influences global nutrition investments and agendas.
The successful candidate will contribute to and perform a variety of analytical/ technical, coordination/collaboration, and program management duties as described in the attached pdf.
Qualifications:
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- You must meet the FSL years of experience of requirements to qualify for this position and grade.
- You must meet the education requirements listed in this FSL qualification standards to qualify for this position.
- Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret-level security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Sectoral expertise in agriculture, nutrition, or public health.
- Advanced degree in agriculture, nutrition, economics, public health, biological sciences, or related field.
- Demonstrated experience in designing, guiding, or implementing and communicating on agriculture programming in low and middle income countries.
Interested candidates should submit a:
- Resume/CV;
- A short written statement of interest; and
- Official or unofficial transcripts, if education is noted as a requirement above.
- Applicants claiming Veterans Preference must submit all appropriate documentation (DD-214, Service Disability Letter, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, etc.).
- Applicants serving as a current/former Political Appointee must submit all appropriate documentation (SF-50s, appointment letter, etc.)
Please submit your application package to RFSjobs@usaid.gov. “FSL APPLICATION PACKAGE: Health Development Officer (Senior Nutrition Advisor), FL-00685-02, RFS/Program Office, PD#32597” Application submissions are required by May 1, 2023. 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 DEI 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 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.
Reasonable Accommodation Policy
Any questions concerning this notice may be directed to Kelley Cormier at kcormier@usaid.gov.