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Program Director, Nonproliferation #0110012

 
Location:            Arlington, VA  
Sector:                  Non Profit 
Organization URL: http://www.crdfglobal.org
Experience:    Advanced  
Date Posted      Jan-20-2012 

Description


CRDF Global, an international non-profit supporting collaboration between American and foreign scientists, engineers and entrepreneurs, seeks a dynamic leader and team builder for the position of Program Director, Nonproliferation which reports to the Vice President, Programs.

Responsibilities:

  • Oversight of NP programs including program design and implementation, management of grants competitions, evaluation of projects and program activities, and compliance with programmatic objectives, funder requirements and internal policies and procedures.
  • Development of annual program budgets and plans, and monitoring of expenses
  • Relationship management with existing funding agencies and development of new relationships with potential funders and/or partner organizations
  • Recruitment and supervision of program staff
  • Creation of new business development strategies; identification of new funding sources; and pursuit of new initiatives in coordination with the Development and External Relations department.
  • Coordination with senior management, other CRDF Global programs, as well as international partners on nonproliferation issues




Qualifications


Qualifications:
  • Significant experience in management of international grants programs
  • Strong international experience and/or recognized experience in nonproliferation
  • Advanced degree in the natural sciences, national security or international studies
  • Demonstrated people management experience
  • Proven record of successful fundraising including establishing new funding relationships
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Regional knowledge of the Middle East, North Africa, South Asia, and Eurasia,
  • Willingness to travel to high-risk countries
  • U.S. citizen with an active security clearance at the secret level or eligibility to obtain one.
 
CRDF Global offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

CRDF Global is an equal opportunity employer.  M/F/D/V
 


Contact Details



Application Instructions


To apply, please complete our online application and submit in one attachment:
  • a cover letter
  • resume
  • contact information for 3 references.
APPLY ONLINE


Senior Humanitarian Advisor - Afghanistan


Location:                 Kabul, Afghanistan 
Sector:                     Government 
Organization URL: http://www.globalcorps.com
Experience:           Advanced  
Last Date To Apply             Feb-17-2012 
Date Posted                                 Jan-20-2012 

Description


SOLICITATION NUMBER: SOL-OFDA-12-000007
 
                                                ISSUANCE DATE: January 17, 2012
                                                CLOSING DATE: February 17, 2012, 5:00 p.m. EST

SUBJECT:  Solicitation for U.S. Personal Service Contractor for a Senior Humanitarian Advisor in Afghanistan

Ladies/Gentlemen:

The United States Government, represented by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is seeking applications (Optional Form 612 only) from qualified U.S. citizens to provide personal services as a Senior Humanitarian Advisor under a personal services contract, as described in the attached solicitation.

Submittals must be in accordance with the attached information at the place and time specified.

Applicants interested in applying for this position MUST submit the following materials:
  • Complete and hand-signed federal form OF-612 (including OF-612 continuation sheets as needed).

NOTE: Submission of a resume alone IS NOT a complete application. This position requires the completion of additional forms and/or supplemental materials as described in the "Applying" section. Please carefully review the complete job announcement and the "Applying" instructions. Failure to provide the required information and/or materials will result in your not being considered for employment.

  • Supplemental document specifically addressing the five (5) Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs) shown in the solicitation.

Incomplete or unsigned applications will not be considered.  These signed forms must be mailed, delivered, faxed, or emailed (email applications must be signed) to:
            GlobalCorps
            529 14th Street, NW, Suite 700
            Washington, DC 20045
            E-Mail Address: shaafghanistan@globalcorps.com
            Facsímile: (202) 315-3803 or (240) 465-0244

Applicants should retain for their records copies of all enclosures which accompany their applications.  Any questions on this solicitation may be directed to:
            Amanda Kitch or Matthew Sapp
            Telephone Number: (202) 661-9349 or (202) 661-9381
            E-Mail Address: shaafghanistan@globalcorps.com
            Website: www.globalcorps.com
            Facsímile: (202) 315-3803 or (240) 465-0244

                                                            Sincerely,

                                                            Lance Butler III
                                                            Contracting Officer


Solicitation for U.S. Personal Service Contractor (PSC) Senior Humanitarian Advisor – Afghanistan

1.  SOLICITATION NO.: SOL-OFDA-12-000007

2.  ISSUANCE DATE: January 17, 2012

3.  CLOSING DATE/TIME FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: February 17, 2012, 5:00 pm EST

4.  POSITION TITLE: Senior Humanitarian Advisor

5.  MARKET VALUE:  GS-14 equivalent ($84,697 - $110,104 - not eligible for locality pay).  Final compensation will be negotiated within the listed market value based upon the candidate’s past salary, work history and educational background.  Salaries over and above the top of the pay range will not be entertained or negotiated. 

6.  PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE:  Two (2) years with three (3) option years

7.  PLACE OF PERFORMANCE:  Kabul, Afghanistan

There may be an initial training program in Washington, D.C. for three months, which will include formal classroom training and on-the-job training; and may include security training. After completion of Washington training, the Senior Humanitarian Advisor will be assigned to the place of performance.

8.  STATEMENT OF WORK

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Background

The Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA) is the office within USAID that is responsible for providing emergency non-food humanitarian assistance in response to international crises and disasters.  OFDA is part of the Bureau for Democracy, Conflict, and Humanitarian Assistance (DCHA) and is organized into three divisions.  The Disaster Response and Mitigation Division (DRM) is responsible for the provision of emergency humanitarian assistance through a grants mechanism to non-governmental organizations (NGOs), international organizations (IOs) including the United Nations (UN) agencies, and to other partners to ensure the implementation and delivery of this assistance. This division also oversees OFDA's non-response efforts in disaster risk reduction. DRM also coordinates with other organizations for the provision of relief supplies and assistance. DRM devises, coordinates, and implements program strategies for a variety of natural and man-made disaster situations.  It encompasses a group of technical sector specialists who provide expert capability in assessing the quality of disaster response and disaster risk reduction activities.  The Program Support Division (PS) provides programmatic and administrative support including budget/financial services, procurement planning and guidance, contracts and grants administration, and communication support for OFDA’s Washington and field offices.  The Operations Division (OPS) develops and manages logistical and operational support for disaster responses and administrative support to all offices and operations.  OPS maintains readiness to respond to emergencies through several mechanisms, including managing Search and Rescue Teams (SAR), coordinating and supporting Disaster Assistance Response Teams (DARTs), and the Washington-based Response Management Teams (RMTs) as needed.

Introduction

Since 2002, frequent natural disasters and conflict have displaced populations and generated significant humanitarian needs throughout Afghanistan. Recurrent natural disasters in Afghanistan include drought, floods, landslides, earthquakes and avalanches which affect an average of 400,000 Afghans a year. The majority of individuals displaced under the Taliban regime returned home between 2001 and 2007, according to the U.N.  However, natural disasters and continued conflict have resulted in recurrent and protracted displacement.  An intensification of conflict, particularly in southern regions, forced more than 100,000 individuals to flee their homes in 2010, according to the Internal Displacement Monitoring Center.  In addition, between 5.5 million and 6 million refugees have returned to Afghanistan since 2002, according to the U.N.  In total, approximately 400,000 individuals are known to be displaced as of April 2011, although restricted humanitarian access impedes comprehensive displacement tracking.

Since 2001, USAID/OFDA has provided more than $260 million in humanitarian assistance to address the needs of returning populations, internally displaced persons, and other vulnerable populations affected by conflict and natural disasters in Afghanistan.  USAID/OFDA-funded activities have included support for logistics and emergency relief commodities, responses to food insecurity, severe acute malnutrition, emergency health, shelter, water, sanitation and hygiene, as well as assistance to recover basic livelihoods.  USAID/OFDA continues to support a three-pronged approach to improving humanitarian responses in Afghanistan by supporting a rapid response capacity to address acute needs following natural disasters and conflict, assisting communities and local civil society to better prepare for and mitigate the risks associated with natural disasters and enhancing humanitarian coordination and data collection and analysis so that disaster affected populations are identified and needs responded to quickly and appropriately.

OBJECTIVE

USAID/OFDA requires the services of a Senior Humanitarian Advisor based in Kabul, Afghanistan, to ensure that OFDA’s objectives for disaster assistance, risk reduction, strategic reporting, interagency coordination, and situational analysis are met in the ongoing response.

9.  CORE FUNCTIONAL AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This position requires an individual who is able to reside in Kabul, Afghanistan, as determined in consultation with the Embassy and the Mission and subject to security and programmatic considerations.  It also requires a willingness to travel within Afghanistan on short notice for possibly an extended period of time.  The incumbent will serve as the primary contact and liaison for OFDA's ongoing humanitarian assistance activities in Afghanistan. The incumbent will work closely with the USAID/Afghanistan Mission, the Embassy’s Refugee Coordinator, international organizations (IOs), non‑governmental organizations (NGOs), the United Nations, and NATO-led forces where appropriate, to respond to humanitarian needs and sudden onset disasters. The Senior Humanitarian Advisor will be responsible for program analysis, program monitoring, oversight of program implementation, as well as reporting to OFDA Washington, the Europe, Middle East, and Central Asia (EMCA) Regional Office in Budapest, Hungary, the USAID Afghanistan Mission and, as required, U.S. Embassy staff.

The Senior Humanitarian Advisor will serve as the primary point of contact for OFDA implementing partners working in Afghanistan and will monitor, evaluate and report on OFDA-funded programs. This position requires substantial coordination with representatives from other USAID offices, the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan (GIRoA), Provincial Regional Teams (PRTs), District Stabilization Teams (DSTs), as well as with relevant United Nations (U.N.) and NGO agencies, therefore requiring a highly collaborative work style.  The Senior Humanitarian Advisor must be prepared to function effectively in a challenging and restrictive work environment and be willing to strictly adhere to U.S. Embassy security and travel policies.

Working directly under the guidance and supervision of the Principal Regional Advisor for Europe, the Middle East, and Central Asia (EMCA), the incumbent will:

  • Serve as the principal point of contact for OFDA in Afghanistan for humanitarian issues, and serve as a liaison on program issues among the USAID Mission, U.S. Embassy, NATO-led coalition forces, OFDA/Washington, and the overall humanitarian community.
  • Lead efforts to identify and assess humanitarian assistance requirements and target beneficiary groups and locations, and existing relief programs, and recommend the types of interventions and budget levels necessary to support OFDA’s programs in Afghanistan. 
  • Supervise relevant foreign national program staff within the Kabul OFDA Program Office.
  • Monitor ongoing programs and the overall humanitarian assistance landscape in Afghanistan. Regularly review partner’s reports, coordinate with OFDA/EMCA regional office, and OFDA/Washington on issues of mutual interest, and provide coordinated Washington and field feedback to the partners.
  • Coordinate closely with OFDA/EMCA regional office, OFDA/Washington, the USAID Mission, PRTs, DSTs, the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, and NATO Forces as well as U.N. agencies, International Organizations and NGOs working in Afghanistan.
  • Coordinate collection of information and provide updates and recommendations through written reports on issues related to the humanitarian situation, including the following:
    • Capacity and level of activity of local institutions to carry out relief programs;
    • Capacity and ability of U.N., IOs, and NGOs to carry out programs;
    • Capacity of the logistics infrastructure to support programs;
    • Security situation of personnel, convoys, and relief operations in general;
    • Impact of the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan (GIRoA) activities on humanitarian programs;
    • Contributions by other donors, problems arising from implementation of relief programs, and any other issues that require the attention of OFDA; and 
    • Humanitarian coordination issues and any recommendations for change.
  • Provide guidance to organizations that are developing proposals for OFDA, based on OFDA’s Guidelines for Unsolicited Proposals and Reporting; review concept papers and proposals and provide timely recommendations/comments to OFDA/ Washington.
  • Present OFDA perspectives to NGOs, IOs, and U.N. agencies relating to humanitarian assistance strategies, priorities and technical requirements. Work closely with OFDA/Washington Technical Assistance Group (TAG) and PRA to discuss and understand sectoral priorities.
  • Visit OFDA-funded projects, as security permits, and report on a timely basis to the EMCA regional team on the quality of grantees’ work, noting deficiencies, attributes, and evolving operational conditions. 
  • Represent U.S. Government (USG) humanitarian interests at national meetings and conferences, and facilitate, as requested, travel and briefings for official USG visitors interested in humanitarian issues.
  • Maintain regular liaison with U.N., NGOs, IOs, GIRoA, and other organizations regarding humanitarian activities.
  • Maintain regular, close coordination and communication with OFDA/Washington EMCA regional offices and OFDA’s military liaison officers at CENTCOM. 
  • Contribute to field reports on trends, individual agency programming issues, and topics such as humanitarian protection and coordination.
  • Submit situation reports and assessment reports whenever necessary, including official reporting cables as the situation warrants.
  • Have the ability to operate standard field communications equipment; may be required to operate a four-wheel drive, standard shift vehicle in cross-country conditions.

SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIP:
The Senior Humanitarian Advisor will report directly to the OFDA Principal Regional Advisor (PRA) for the Europe, Middle East, and Central Asia Region in Budapest, Hungary. However, for many activities, the Senior Humanitarian Advisor will coordinate tasks directly with personnel within USAID/Afghanistan, and in collaboration and consultation with other USAID and U.S. embassy staff.  The Senior Humanitarian Advisor does not have the authority to commit OFDA resources without approval from OFDA/Washington.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS:
Supervisory controls will be minimal.  The Senior Humanitarian Advisor is expected to act independently with minimal direction and will have wide latitude for the exercise of independent judgment. The OFDA PRA for EMCA will provide direction in terms of broadly defined program goals and objectives.

10.  PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is generally sedentary and does not pose undue physical demands.  During deployment on Disaster Assistance Response Teams (DARTs) (if required), and during site visits, there may be some additional physical exertion including long periods of standing, walking over rough terrain, or carrying of moderately heavy items (less than 50 pounds).

11.  WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is primarily performed in an office setting.  During deployment on Disaster Assistance Response Teams (DARTs) (if required), and during site visits, the work may additionally involve special safety and/or security precautions, wearing of protective equipment, and exposure to severe weather conditions.

12.  START DATE:  Immediately, once necessary clearances are obtained.

13.  POINT OF CONTACT:  See Cover Letter.


EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION
(Determines basic eligibility for the position.  Applicants who do not meet all of the education and experience factors are considered NOT qualified for the position.)

Bachelor’s degree with study in, or pertinent to, the specialized field of, but not limited to, international relations, economics, food policy, Central Asian studies, or a related field or country; and nine (9) years of progressively demonstrated experience in emergency relief, disaster risk reduction and/or disaster preparedness programming and management, including but not limited to overseas field experience as demonstrated by short-term deployments or assignments in emergency situations.

OR

Master’s degree with study in, or pertinent to, the specialized field of, but not limited to, international relations, economics, food policy, Central Asian studies, or a related field or country; and seven (7) years of progressively demonstrated experience in emergency relief, disaster risk reduction and/or disaster preparedness programming and management, including but not limited to overseas field experience as demonstrated by short-term deployments or assignments in emergency situations.

SELECTION FACTORS
(Determines basic eligibility for the position.  Applicants who do not meet all of the selection factors are considered NOT qualified for the position.)
  • Applicant is a U.S. Citizen;
  • Complete and hand-signed federal form OF-612 and OF-612 continuation sheets submitted;
  • All applicants must submit complete dates (months/years) and hours per week for all positions listed on the OF-612 to allow for adequate evaluation of your related and direct experience.  Experience that cannot be quantified will not be counted towards meeting the experience requirements.
  • Supplemental document specifically addressing the Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs) submitted;
  • Ability to obtain a SECRET level security clearance as provided by USAID.
  • Ability to obtain a Department of State medical clearance;
  • Satisfactory verification of academic credentials.

QUALITY RANKING FACTORS (QRFs)
(Used to determine the competitive ranking of qualified applicants in comparison to other applicants.  The factors are listed in priority order from highest to least.)

QRF #1           Field experience in humanitarian assistance and/or development in a conflict affected environment. Afghanistan experience desired, but not required.
 
QRF #2           Demonstrated experience assessing disaster responses and plans, and developing strategic plans for humanitarian assistance.
 
QRF #3           Demonstrated program development and/or management experience in the field of humanitarian assistance and/ or disaster relief, preparedness, mitigation, disaster risk reduction and training.
 
QRF #4           Knowledge of and experience in dealing with foreign governments and local authorities, and in coordinating relief activities with other U.S. Government agencies (e.g. Department of State, Department of Defense, USAID missions, and Embassies), UN, other international organizations, and non-governmental organizations in providing humanitarian assistance.
 
QRF #5           Excellent oral and written communication skills as demonstrated through the preparation of reports, briefings, and other communications. Demonstrated experience briefing high level U.S. Government, U.N., or host government officials.

BASIS OF RATING: Applicants who meet the Education/Experience requirements and Selection Factors will be further evaluated based on scoring of the Quality Ranking Factor (QRF) responses.  Those applicants determined to be competitively ranked may also be evaluated on interview performance and satisfactory professional reference checks.

Applicants are required to address each of the QRFs on a separate sheet describing specifically and accurately what experience, training, education and/or awards they have received that are relevant to each factor.  Be sure to include your name and the announcement number at the top of each additional page.  Failure to address the selection and/or Quality Ranking Factors may result in your not receiving credit for all of your pertinent experience, education, training and/or awards.

The Applicant Rating System is as Follows:
QRFs have been assigned the following points:
QRF #1 – 15 points
QRF #2 – 10 points
QRF #3 – 10 points
QRF #4 – 10 points
QRF #5 – 5 points

Interview Performance – 30 points

Satisfactory Professional Reference Checks – 20 points

Total Possible Points: 100

APPLYING:

Applications must be received by the closing date and time at the address specified in the cover letter.

Qualified individuals are required to submit:

  1. A complete U.S. Government OF-612 form with hand-written signature (including OF-612 continuation sheets as needed) (downloadable forms are available on the USAID website, http://www.usaid.gov/forms, at Federal offices, or at www.globalcorps.com).

NOTE: Submission of a resume alone IS NOT a complete application. This position requires the completion of additional forms and/or supplemental materials as described in this section.  Failure to provide the required information and/or materials will result in your not being considered for employment.

  1. A supplemental document specifically addressing the five (5) Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs) shown in the solicitation.

To ensure consideration of applications for the intended position, please reference the solicitation number on your application, and as the subject line in any cover letter.

DOCUMENT SUBMITTALS

Via mail: GlobalCorps, 529 14th Street, NW, Suite 700, Washington, DC 20045
Via facsímile: (202) 315-3803 or (240) 465-0244
Via email: shaafghanistan@globalcorps.com

The most qualified candidates may be interviewed and required to provide a writing sample.  OFDA will not pay for any expenses associated with the interviews.  Professional references and academic credentials will be evaluated for applicants being considered for selection.

NOTE:  If a Secret security clearance is not obtained within nine months after offer acceptance, the offer may be rescinded.

NOTE:  If a Department of State medical clearance is not obtained within six months after offer acceptance, the offer may be rescinded.

NOTE REGARDING GOVERNMENT OBLIGATIONS FOR THIS SOLICITATION

This solicitation in no way obligates USAID to award a PSC contract, nor does it commit USAID to pay any cost incurred in the preparation and submission of the application.

NOTE REGARDING DATA UNIVERSAL NUMBERING SYSTEM (DUNS) NUMBERS

All individuals contracted as US PSCs are required to have a DUNS Number.  USAID will provide a generic DUNS Number and PSCs are not required to register with CCR.

For general information about DUNS Numbers, please refer to FAR Clause 52.204-6, Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) Number (10/2003)
https://www.acquisition.gov/far/current/html/52_200_206.html

LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS FOR PSCs

Forms outlined below can found at:
http://www.usaid.gov/forms/ or at http://www.forms.gov/bgfPortal/main.do

1. Optional Form 612.
2. Medical History and Examination Form (DS-6561). **
3. Questionnaire for Sensitive Positions (for National Security)
    (SF-86), or **
4. Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions (SF-85). **
5. Finger Print Card (FD-258). **
6. Employment Eligibility Verification (I-9 Form). **

** Forms 2 through 6 shall be completed ONLY upon the advice of the Contracting Officer that an applicant is the successful candidate for the job.

CONTRACT INFORMATION BULLETINS (CIBs) and ACQUISITION & ASSISTANCE POLICY DIRECTIVES (AAPDs) PERTAINING TO PSCs

CIBs and AAPDs contain changes to USAID policy and General Provisions in USAID regulations and contracts.  Please refer to
http://www.usaid.gov/business/business_opportunities/cib/subject.html#psc
to determine which CIBs and AAPDs apply to this contract.

AAPD 06-10 – PSC MEDICAL PAYMENT RESPONSIBILITY

AAPD No. 06-10 is hereby incorporated as Attachment 1 to the solicitation.

BENEFITS/ALLOWANCES:

As a matter of policy, and as appropriate, a PSC is normally authorized the following benefits and allowances:


BENEFITS:

Employer's FICA Contribution
Contribution toward Health & Life Insurance
Pay Comparability Adjustment
Annual Increase
Eligibility for Worker's Compensation
Annual & Sick Leave

ALLOWANCES (if Applicable).*

(A) Temporary Lodging Allowance (Section 120).
(B) Living Quarters Allowance (Section 130).
(C) Post Allowance (Section 220).
(D) Supplemental Post Allowance (Section 230).
(E) Separate Maintenance Allowance (Section 260).
(F) Education Allowance (Section 270).
(G) Education Travel (Section 280).
(H) Post Differential (Chapter 500).
(I) Payments during Evacuation/Authorized Departure (Section 600), and
(J) Danger Pay (Section 650).

* Standardized Regulations (Government Civilians Foreign Areas).

FEDERAL TAXES: USPSCs are required to pay Federal Income Taxes, FICA, and Medicare

ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED REGARDLESS OF AGE, RACE, COLOR, SEX, CREED, NATIONAL ORIGIN, LAWFUL POLITICAL AFFILIATION, NON-DISQUALIFYING HANDICAP, MARITAL STATUS, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, AFFILIATION WITH AN EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATION, OR OTHER NON-MERIT FACTOR.



ATTACHMENT 1

Acquisition & Assistance Policy Directive (AAPD) No. 06-10
PSC Medical Expense Payment Responsibility

General Provision 22, MEDICAL EXPENSE PAYMENT RESPONSIBILITY
(OCTOBER 2006)

(a) Definitions. Terms used in this General Provision are defined in 16
FAM 116 available at http://www.state.gov/m/a/dir/regs/fam/c23002.htm.

Note:  personal services contractors are not eligible to participate in the Federal Employees Health Programs.

(b) The regulations in the Foreign Affairs Manual, Volume 16, Chapter 520 (16 FAM 520), Responsibility for Payment of Medical Expenses, apply to this contract, except as stated below.  The contractor and each eligible family member are strongly encouraged to obtain health insurance that covers this assignment.  Nothing in this provision supersedes or contradicts any other term or provision in this contract that pertains to insurance or medical costs, except that section (e) supplements General Provision 25. “MEDICAL EVACUATION (MEDEVAC) SERVICES.”

(c) When the contractor or eligible family member is covered by health insurance, that insurance is the primary payer for medical services provided to that contractor or eligible family member(s) both in the United States and abroad.  The primary insurer’s liability is determined by the terms, conditions, limitations, and exclusions of the insurance policy.  When the contractor or eligible family member is not covered by health insurance, the contractor is the primary payer for the total amount of medical costs incurred and the U.S. Government has no payment obligation (see paragraph (f) of this provision).

(d) USAID serves as a secondary payer for medical expenses of the contractor and eligible family members who are covered by health insurance, where the following conditions are met:

(1) The illness, injury, or medical condition giving rise to the expense is incurred, caused, or materially aggravated while the eligible individual is stationed or assigned abroad;

(2) The illness, injury, or medical condition giving rise to the expense required or requires hospitalization and the expense is directly related to the treatment of such illness, injury, or medical condition, including obstetrical care; and

(3) The Office of Medical Services (M/MED) or a Foreign Service medical provider (FSMP) determines that the treatment is appropriate for, and directly related to, the illness, injury, or medical condition.

(e) The Mission Director may, on the advice of M/MED or an FSMP at post, authorize medical travel for the contractor or an eligible family member in accordance with the General Provision 10, Travel and Transportation Expenses (July 1993), section (i) entitled “Emergency and Irregular Travel and Transportation.”  In the event of a medical emergency, when time does not permit consultation, the Mission Director may issue a Travel Authorization Form or Medical Services Authorization Form DS-3067, provided that the FSMP or Post Medical Advisor (PMA) is notified as soon as possible following such an issuance.  The contractor must promptly file a claim with his or her medevac insurance provider and repay to USAID any amount the medevac insurer pays for medical travel, up to the amount USAID paid under this section.  The contractor must repay USAID for medical costs paid by the medevac insurer in accordance with sections (f) and (g) below.  In order for medical travel to be an allowable cost under General Provision 10, the contractor must provide USAID written evidence that medevac insurance does not cover these medical travel costs.

(f) If the contractor or eligible family member is not covered by primary health insurance, the contractor is the primary payer for the total amount of medical costs incurred.  In the event of a medical emergency, the Medical and Health Program may authorize issuance of Form DS-3067, Authorization for Medical Services for Employees and/or Dependents, to secure admission to a hospital located abroad for the uninsured contractor or eligible family member.  In that case, the contractor will be required to reimburse USAID in full for funds advanced by USAID pursuant to the issuance of the authorization.  The contractor may reimburse USAID directly or USAID may offset the cost from the contractor’s invoice payments under this contract, any other contract the individual has with the U.S. Government, or through any other available debt collection mechanism.

(g) When USAID pays medical expenses (e.g., pursuant to Form DS-3067, Authorization for Medical Services for Employees and/or Dependents), repayment must be made to USAID either by insurance payment or directly by the contractor, except for the amount of such expenses USAID is obligated to pay under this provision.  The Contracting Officer will determine the repayment amount in accordance with the terms of this provision and the policies and procedures for employees contained in 16 FAM 521.  When USAID pays the medical expenses, including medical travel costs (see section (e) above), of an individual (either the contractor or an eligible family member) who is covered by insurance, that individual promptly must claim his or her benefits under any applicable insurance policy or policies.  As soon as the individual receives the insurance payment, the contractor must reimburse USAID for the full amount that USAID paid on the individual’s behalf or the repayment amount determined by the Contracting Officer in accordance with this paragraph, whichever is less.  If an individual is not covered by insurance, the contractor must reimburse USAID for the entire amount of all medical expenses and any travel costs the contractor receives from his/her medevac provider.

(h) In the event that the contractor or eligible family member fails to recover insurance payments or transfer the amount of such payments to USAID within 90 days, USAID will take appropriate action to collect the payments due, unless such failure is for reasons beyond the control of the USPSC/dependent.

(i) Before departing post or terminating the contract, the contractor must settle all medical expense and medical travel costs.  If the contractor is insured, he or she must provide proof to the Contracting Officer that those insurance claims have been submitted to the insurance carrier(s) and sign a repayment agreement to repay to USAID any amounts paid by the insurance carrier(s).



Qualifications


Please see solicitation.


Contact Details



Contact:         Amanda Kitch
Telephone:         202-661-9349
Email: shaafghanistan@globalcorps.com

Application Instructions


www.globalcorps.com
APPLY ONLINE


Program Operations Specialist, Management and Administration Team


Location:                  Washington, DC  
Sector:                         Government 
Organization URL: http://www.globalcorps.com
Experience:              Advanced  
Last Date To Apply            Feb-14-2012 
Date Posted                                 Jan-20-2012 

Description


SOLICITATION NUMBER: SOL-OFDA-12-000006
 
                                                ISSUANCE DATE: January 13, 2012
                                                CLOSING DATE: February 14, 2012, 5:00 p.m. EST

SUBJECT:  Solicitation for U.S. Personal Service Contractor for a Program Operations Specialist, Management and Administration Team in Washington, D.C.

Ladies/Gentlemen:

The United States Government, represented by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is seeking applications (Optional Form 612 only) from qualified U.S. citizens to provide personal services as a Program Operations Specialist under a personal services contract, as described in the attached solicitation.

Submittals must be in accordance with the attached information at the place and time specified.

Applicants interested in applying for this position MUST submit the following materials:
  • Complete and hand-signed federal form OF-612 (including OF-612 continuation sheets as needed).

NOTE: Submission of a resume alone IS NOT a complete application. This position requires the completion of additional forms and/or supplemental materials as described in the "Applying" section. Please carefully review the complete job announcement and the "Applying" instructions. Failure to provide the required information and/or materials will result in your not being considered for employment.

  • Supplemental document specifically addressing the four (4) Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs) shown in the solicitation.

Incomplete or unsigned applications will not be considered.  These signed forms must be mailed, delivered, faxed, or emailed (email applications must be signed) to:
            GlobalCorps
            529 14th Street, NW, Suite 700
            Washington, DC 20045
            E-Mail Address: posma@globalcorps.com
            Facsímile: (202) 315-3803 or (240) 465-0244

Applicants should retain for their records copies of all enclosures which accompany their applications.  Any questions on this solicitation may be directed to:
            Amanda Kitch or Matthew Sapp
            Telephone Number: (202) 661-9349 or (202) 661-9381
            E-Mail Address: posma@globalcorps.com
            Website: www.globalcorps.com
            Facsímile: (202) 315-3803 or (240) 465-0244

                                                            Sincerely,

                                                            Lance Butler III
                                                            Contracting Officer


Solicitation for U.S. Personal Service Contractor (PSC) Program Operations Specialist, Management and Administration Team

1.  SOLICITATION NO.: SOL-OFDA-12-000006

2.  ISSUANCE DATE: January 13, 2012

3.  CLOSING DATE/TIME FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: February 14, 2012, 5:00 pm EST

4.  POSITION TITLE: Program Operations Specialist

5.  MARKET VALUE:  GS-12 equivalent ($74,872 - $97,333 - includes locality pay).  Final compensation will be negotiated within the listed market value based upon the candidate’s past salary, work history and educational background.  Salaries over and above the top of the pay range will not be entertained or negotiated.  Candidates who live outside the Washington, D.C. area will be considered for employment but no relocation expenses will be reimbursed.

6.  PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE:  Two years, with three one-year options

7.  PLACE OF PERFORMANCE:  Washington, D.C.

8.  STATEMENT OF WORK

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Background

The Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA) is the office within USAID that is responsible for providing emergency non-food humanitarian assistance in response to international crises and disasters.  OFDA is part of the Bureau for Democracy, Conflict, and Humanitarian Assistance (DCHA) and is organized into three divisions.  The Disaster Response and Mitigation Division (DRM) is responsible for the provision of emergency humanitarian assistance through a grants mechanism to non-governmental organizations (NGOs), international organizations (IOs) including the United Nations (UN) agencies, and to other partners to ensure the implementation and delivery of this assistance. This division also oversees OFDA's non-response efforts in disaster risk reduction. DRM also coordinates with other organizations for the provision of relief supplies and assistance. DRM devises, coordinates, and implements program strategies for a variety of natural and man-made disaster situations.  It encompasses a group of technical sector specialists who provide expert capability in assessing the quality of disaster response and disaster risk reduction activities.  The Program Support Division (PS) provides programmatic and administrative support including budget/financial services, procurement planning and guidance, contracts and grants administration, and communication support for OFDA’s Washington and field offices.  The Operations Division (OPS) develops and manages logistical and operational support for disaster responses and administrative support to all offices and operations.  OPS maintains readiness to respond to emergencies through several mechanisms, including managing Search and Rescue Teams (SAR), coordinating and supporting Disaster Assistance Response Teams (DARTs), and the Washington-based Response Management Teams (RMTs) as needed.

Introduction

The Program Support Division (PS) provides innovative and timely solutions in the areas of finance, communications, administration, and information and telecommunications technology (ICT) to facilitate the delivery of humanitarian assistance.  Specifically, PS teams assist in staffing and recruitment and provide access to specialized resources through the award of contracts and grants; perform office-wide financial management and coordinate budget planning; provide specialized staff training; develop program related information products; and provide end-to-end ICT support including for all OFDA staff in headquarters and the field.

The Management and Administration (M&A) Team is part of PS of the Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance. The core functions of this team include financial management (external and internal budgeting, management of OFDA’s operating year budget, processing of financial transactions, and financial analysis and reporting); ICT program management;  administration (liaising with other offices, coordinating responses to Agency initiatives and Federal requirements); and information and knowledge management. The Program Operations Specialist, in close coordination with the Management and Administration Team Leader, will help carry out these functions.

OBJECTIVE

The Program Support Division’s Management and Administration Team requires a Program Operations Specialist to strengthen its capability to provide prompt, effective services in the areas of administration, financial management, ICT program management, and information management in support of OFDA’s mandate and the delivery of humanitarian assistance around the world.

9.  CORE FUNCTIONAL AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

As directed by the Management and Administration Team Leader, the Program Operations Specialist will assist in carrying out the core functions of the M&A Team in support of OFDA’s worldwide operations and mandate.  The Program Operations Specialist will perform all the duties and responsibilities described below with limited guidance and supervision from the M&A Team Leader.

The duties and responsibilities include:

ICT Program Management
  • Become certified and serve as a Contracting Officer’s Representative/Assistance Officer’s Representative (COR/AOR) for grants,  cooperative agreements and contracts under portfolio of responsibility;
  • Assist in OFDA’s IT program and contract management, including monitoring contractor performance, reviewing financial and cost reports, reviewing implementation plans, reviewing and approving travel and other purchase requests and attending contract status meetings;
  • Work with the OFDA COR and IT contractor staff to address issues that require client response;
  • Maintain currency on Agency IT Policy and work with IT contractor to assist OFDA in implementing any required policy changes that may impact business processes;
  • Serve as subject matter expert within OFDA on Agency corporate applications for financial and procurement management;
  • Recommend adoption of new technologies for OFDA’s operational, deployment, and day-to-day requirements, including but not limited to, field communications, operations centers, and information management;
  • Attend Agency Knowledge Management (KM) working group meetings;
  • Working with a variety of stakeholders, recommend KM strategy and implementation plan for OFDA;
  • Accompany OFDA IT contractor staff on OFDA Field Certifications, designed to audit communications equipment of staff overseas, provide training and solutions to unique comms requirements;
  • Serve in leadership role on OFDA’s IT Working Group charged with vetting and recommending IT solutions, processes and innovations to improve OFDA’s humanitarian assistance and disaster response operations;
  • Audit support help desk correspondence for quality assurance in order to ensure that OFDA has the IT and Communications support necessary for the delivery of a timely and robust disaster response.

Disaster Operations Administration
  • Serve as OFDA’s main point of contact and coordination for response to USAID and Federal reporting requirements related to records management, such as Freedom of Information Act requests, Small Business performance;
  • Respond to information requests from the DCHA Bureau’s Front Office and Office of Program, Policy, and Management, including drafting memos, performing data calls and analysis, and providing/responding to other correspondence relating to the delivery of humanitarian assistance and disaster response;
  • Serve as internal OFDA liaison for the M&A Team by attending other Divisions’ staff meetings and reporting out to team members;
  • Represent the M&A Team on the Grants Working Group (GWG), an internal OFDA working group designed to develop and vet OFDA policy guidance on grant making and supporting processes.  This includes attending weekly meetings, reviewing documents, drafting guidance as needed, and coordinating M&A Team input into the GWG process;
  • Work with counterparts (internal to OFDA and external within Agency) to reconcile and audit OFDA’s program funded financial payments for IT and space cost recoveries, International Cooperative Administrative Support Services (ICASS) fees, and other Agency ‘taxes’.

Financial Management
  • Process financial transactions using OFDA’s program management and reporting system and USAID’s financial accounting system, and reconcile data between the two systems to ensure accuracy;
  • Manipulate and query the systems to produce standard reports and ad hoc reports, utilizing Microsoft Excel software as necessary;
  • Prepare input for responses to inquiries from OFDA’s financial stakeholders including the Office of Management and Budget, the State Department’s Bureau for Foreign Assistance, DCHA’s Office of Program, Policy, and Management, and Congress;
  • Help maintain budget and finance related records for OFDA’s program funded account, and assist with the processing of payment vouchers for OFDA’s humanitarian assistance grants and cooperative agreements overseas;
  • Help review financial reports and obligating documents to ensure that overseas resources are fully accounted for and utilized in accordance with the OFDA mandate and consistent with the accounts/appropriations provided to OFDA;
  • Help coordinate and monitor DCHA/OFDA accruals processing on a quarterly basis and provide information and guidance as necessary to program teams;
  • Assist with researching and processing de-obligations for un-liquidated and unused funds;
  • Assist in responding to Manage to Budget (MtB) exercises as it relates to staffing and travel of OFDA staff for the delivery of humanitarian assistance;
  • Assist the Finance Unit Leader with OFDA’s response to the annual Federal Managers Financial Integrity Act (FMFIA) to ensure the appropriate accountability and monitoring of OFDA’s International Disaster Assistance (IDA) account.

Humanitarian Assistance Information Management
  • In support of OFDA’s mandate, analyze and provide recommendations on the improvement of OFDA’s internal business processes and information management needs for the delivery of humanitarian assistance;
  • Provide technical support to the development and maintenance of the OFDA program management and reporting system; develop written procedures and guidelines for users; train users to operate and retrieve information from the database according to individual needs; design standardized and ad hoc reports, as needed;
  • Help update and maintain look-up tables in OFDA's humanitarian assistance program management and reporting system; recommend modifications to meet continuing OFDA needs and to refine reporting capabilities of the system; participate in the ongoing database redesign, management, and evolution;
  • As needed, work with OFDA’s system team to design, vet, and test system improvements and enhancements from a systems user/functional stand point; 
  • Coordinate with OFDA’s Geographic Information Unit and Information Management Unit on user requirements and system and process improvements;
  • Analyze OFDA’s core business processes as they relate to staffing, administration, IT and information management and make recommendations and develop implementation plans for process improvements;
  • Oversee progress on business process improvements.

Other
  • Serve as needed as Program Support representative on technical evaluation panels for OFDA solicitations including Personal Services Contracts, Cooperative Agreements, Grants, and Contracts;
  • Represent OFDA on Agency working groups as they relate to Information Management, Information and Communications Technology, and other related Management and Administration fields in support of the delivery of humanitarian assistance;
  • Participate in Interagency working groups and meetings in support of OFDA’s mandate as it relates to the following fields: IT, Information Management, Financial Management, and Administration;
  • As needed, serve on DARTs which will require immediate (within 24 hours) deployment overseas for an extended period of time;
  • As needed, serve as a member of the Washington-based RMT, which provides services and support to DARTs deployed in response to disasters.  The duties on RMTs will be varied;
  • Perform rotations to other OFDA teams to learn and understand supporting business processes to recommend process improvements and enhance operations across the office.
  • Serve as DCHA/OFDA duty officer on a rotational basis.

SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIP:
The Program Operations Specialist works under the supervision of and reports directly to the Management and Administration Team Leader or her/his designee.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS:
The supervisor will set overall objectives. The employee and the supervisor together will develop deadlines, projects, and tasks to be performed.

10.  PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is generally sedentary and does not pose undue physical demands.  During deployment on Disaster Assistance Response Teams (DARTs) (if required), and during site visits, there may be some additional physical exertion including long periods of standing, walking over rough terrain, or carrying of moderately heavy items (less than 50 pounds).

11.  WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is primarily performed in an office setting.  During deployment on Disaster Assistance Response Teams (DARTs) (if required), and during site visits, the work may additionally involve special safety and/or security precautions, wearing of protective equipment, and exposure to severe weather conditions.

12.  START DATE:  Immediately, once necessary clearances are obtained.

13.  POINT OF CONTACT:  See Cover Letter.



EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION
(Determines basic eligibility for the position.  Applicants who do not meet all of the education and experience factors are considered NOT qualified for the position.)

Bachelor's degree and at least five (5) years of relevant work experience in a combination of management and administration, finance, accounting, IT program and contract management, knowledge management, international relations, humanitarian assistance and/or a related field (preferably a portion of which was with the Federal Government).  Experience with MS Excel preferred.

OR

Master’s degree and at least four (4) years of relevant work experience in a combination of management and administration, finance, accounting, IT program and contract management, knowledge management,  international relations, humanitarian assistance and/or a related field (preferably a portion of which was with the Federal Government).  Experience with MS Excel preferred.

OR

At least nine (9) years of work experience in a position culminating in the set of duties and responsibilities similar to those of this position.  Experience with MS Excel preferred.


SELECTION FACTORS
(Determines basic eligibility for the position.  Applicants who do not meet all of the selection factors are considered NOT qualified for the position.)
  • Applicant is a U.S. Citizen;
  • Complete and hand-signed federal form OF-612 and OF-612 continuation sheets submitted;
  • All applicants must submit complete dates (months/years) and hours per week for all positions listed on the OF-612 to allow for adequate evaluation of your related and direct experience.  Experience that cannot be quantified will not be counted towards meeting the experience requirements.
  • Supplemental document specifically addressing the Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs) submitted;
  • Ability to obtain a SECRET level security clearance as provided by USAID.
  • Satisfactory verification of academic credentials.

QUALITY RANKING FACTORS (QRFs)
(Used to determine the competitive ranking of qualified applicants in comparison to other applicants.  The factors are listed in priority order from highest to least.)

QRF #1           Describe your experience in the fields of contract management, project management, and/or Information Technology.
 
QRF #2           Describe an example of a situation in which you analyzed an organization’s business processes and made successful recommendations for innovative improvements.
 
QRF #3           Describe your experience working in a fast-paced and dynamic team environment in which you have been required to manage competing priorities, meet aggressive deadlines, and complete tasks that require attention to detail.
 
QRF #4           Why are disaster response organization’s supporting business processes, knowledge management, and IT systems so important to its ability to effectively deliver humanitarian assistance?
 
BASIS OF RATING: Applicants who meet the Education/Experience requirements and Selection Factors will be further evaluated based on scoring of the Quality Ranking Factor (QRF) responses.  Those applicants determined to be competitively ranked may also be evaluated on interview performance and satisfactory professional reference checks.

Applicants are required to address each of the QRFs on a separate sheet describing specifically and accurately what experience, training, education and/or awards they have received that are relevant to each factor.  Be sure to include your name and the announcement number at the top of each additional page.  Failure to address the selection and/or Quality Ranking Factors may result in your not receiving credit for all of your pertinent experience, education, training and/or awards.

The Applicant Rating System is as Follows:
QRFs have been assigned the following points:
QRF #1 – 15 points
QRF #2 – 15 points
QRF #3 – 10 points
QRF #4 – 10 points

Interview Performance – 30 points

Satisfactory Professional Reference Checks – 20 points

Total Possible Points: 100

APPLYING:

Applications must be received by the closing date and time at the address specified in the cover letter.

Qualified individuals are required to submit:

  1. A complete U.S. Government OF-612 form with hand-written signature (including OF-612 continuation sheets as needed) (downloadable forms are available on the USAID website, http://www.usaid.gov/forms, at Federal offices, or at www.globalcorps.com).

NOTE: Submission of a resume alone IS NOT a complete application. This position requires the completion of additional forms and/or supplemental materials as described in this section.  Failure to provide the required information and/or materials will result in your not being considered for employment.

  1. A supplemental document specifically addressing the four (4) Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs) shown in the solicitation.

To ensure consideration of applications for the intended position, please reference the solicitation number on your application, and as the subject line in any cover letter.

DOCUMENT SUBMITTALS

Via mail: GlobalCorps, 529 14th Street, NW, Suite 700, Washington, DC 20045
Via facsímile: (202) 315-3803 or (240) 465-0244
Via email: posma@globalcorps.com

The most qualified candidates may be interviewed and required to provide a writing sample.  OFDA will not pay for any expenses associated with the interviews.  Professional references and academic credentials will be evaluated for applicants being considered for selection.

NOTE:  If a Secret security clearance is not obtained within nine months after offer acceptance, the offer may be rescinded.

NOTE REGARDING GOVERNMENT OBLIGATIONS FOR THIS SOLICITATION

This solicitation in no way obligates USAID to award a PSC contract, nor does it commit USAID to pay any cost incurred in the preparation and submission of the application.

NOTE REGARDING DATA UNIVERSAL NUMBERING SYSTEM (DUNS) NUMBERS

All individuals contracted as US PSCs are required to have a DUNS Number.  USAID will provide a generic DUNS Number and PSCs are not required to register with CCR.

For general information about DUNS Numbers, please refer to FAR Clause 52.204-6, Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) Number (10/2003)
https://www.acquisition.gov/far/current/html/52_200_206.html

LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS FOR PSCs

Forms outlined below can found at:
http://www.usaid.gov/forms/ or at http://www.forms.gov/bgfPortal/main.do

1. Optional Form 612.
2. Medical History and Examination Form (DS-6561). **
3. Questionnaire for Sensitive Positions (for National Security)
    (SF-86), or **
4. Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions (SF-85). **
5. Finger Print Card (FD-258). **
6. Employment Eligibility Verification (I-9 Form). **

** Forms 2 through 6 shall be completed ONLY upon the advice of the Contracting Officer that an applicant is the successful candidate for the job.

CONTRACT INFORMATION BULLETINS (CIBs) and ACQUISITION & ASSISTANCE POLICY DIRECTIVES (AAPDs) PERTAINING TO PSCs

CIBs and AAPDs contain changes to USAID policy and General Provisions in USAID regulations and contracts.  Please refer to
http://www.usaid.gov/business/business_opportunities/cib/subject.html#psc
to determine which CIBs and AAPDs apply to this contract.

AAPD 06-10 – PSC MEDICAL PAYMENT RESPONSIBILITY

AAPD No. 06-10 is hereby incorporated as Attachment 1 to the solicitation.

BENEFITS/ALLOWANCES:

As a matter of policy, and as appropriate, a PSC is normally authorized the following benefits and allowances:


BENEFITS:

Employer's FICA Contribution
Contribution toward Health & Life Insurance
Pay Comparability Adjustment
Annual Increase
Eligibility for Worker's Compensation
Annual & Sick Leave

ALLOWANCES (if Applicable).*

(A) Temporary Lodging Allowance (Section 120).
(B) Living Quarters Allowance (Section 130).
(C) Post Allowance (Section 220).
(D) Supplemental Post Allowance (Section 230).
(E) Separate Maintenance Allowance (Section 260).
(F) Education Allowance (Section 270).
(G) Education Travel (Section 280).
(H) Post Differential (Chapter 500).
(I) Payments during Evacuation/Authorized Departure (Section 600), and
(J) Danger Pay (Section 650).

* Standardized Regulations (Government Civilians Foreign Areas).

FEDERAL TAXES: USPSCs are required to pay Federal Income Taxes, FICA, and Medicare

ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED REGARDLESS OF AGE, RACE, COLOR, SEX, CREED, NATIONAL ORIGIN, LAWFUL POLITICAL AFFILIATION, NON-DISQUALIFYING HANDICAP, MARITAL STATUS, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, AFFILIATION WITH AN EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATION, OR OTHER NON-MERIT FACTOR.



ATTACHMENT 1

Acquisition & Assistance Policy Directive (AAPD) No. 06-10
PSC Medical Expense Payment Responsibility

General Provision 22, MEDICAL EXPENSE PAYMENT RESPONSIBILITY
(OCTOBER 2006)

(a) Definitions. Terms used in this General Provision are defined in 16
FAM 116 available at http://www.state.gov/m/a/dir/regs/fam/c23002.htm.

Note:  personal services contractors are not eligible to participate in the Federal Employees Health Programs.

(b) The regulations in the Foreign Affairs Manual, Volume 16, Chapter 520 (16 FAM 520), Responsibility for Payment of Medical Expenses, apply to this contract, except as stated below.  The contractor and each eligible family member are strongly encouraged to obtain health insurance that covers this assignment.  Nothing in this provision supersedes or contradicts any other term or provision in this contract that pertains to insurance or medical costs, except that section (e) supplements General Provision 25. “MEDICAL EVACUATION (MEDEVAC) SERVICES.”

(c) When the contractor or eligible family member is covered by health insurance, that insurance is the primary payer for medical services provided to that contractor or eligible family member(s) both in the United States and abroad.  The primary insurer’s liability is determined by the terms, conditions, limitations, and exclusions of the insurance policy.  When the contractor or eligible family member is not covered by health insurance, the contractor is the primary payer for the total amount of medical costs incurred and the U.S. Government has no payment obligation (see paragraph (f) of this provision).

(d) USAID serves as a secondary payer for medical expenses of the contractor and eligible family members who are covered by health insurance, where the following conditions are met:

(1) The illness, injury, or medical condition giving rise to the expense is incurred, caused, or materially aggravated while the eligible individual is stationed or assigned abroad;

(2) The illness, injury, or medical condition giving rise to the expense required or requires hospitalization and the expense is directly related to the treatment of such illness, injury, or medical condition, including obstetrical care; and

(3) The Office of Medical Services (M/MED) or a Foreign Service medical provider (FSMP) determines that the treatment is appropriate for, and directly related to, the illness, injury, or medical condition.

(e) The Mission Director may, on the advice of M/MED or an FSMP at post, authorize medical travel for the contractor or an eligible family member in accordance with the General Provision 10, Travel and Transportation Expenses (July 1993), section (i) entitled “Emergency and Irregular Travel and Transportation.”  In the event of a medical emergency, when time does not permit consultation, the Mission Director may issue a Travel Authorization Form or Medical Services Authorization Form DS-3067, provided that the FSMP or Post Medical Advisor (PMA) is notified as soon as possible following such an issuance.  The contractor must promptly file a claim with his or her medevac insurance provider and repay to USAID any amount the medevac insurer pays for medical travel, up to the amount USAID paid under this section.  The contractor must repay USAID for medical costs paid by the medevac insurer in accordance with sections (f) and (g) below.  In order for medical travel to be an allowable cost under General Provision 10, the contractor must provide USAID written evidence that medevac insurance does not cover these medical travel costs.

(f) If the contractor or eligible family member is not covered by primary health insurance, the contractor is the primary payer for the total amount of medical costs incurred.  In the event of a medical emergency, the Medical and Health Program may authorize issuance of Form DS-3067, Authorization for Medical Services for Employees and/or Dependents, to secure admission to a hospital located abroad for the uninsured contractor or eligible family member.  In that case, the contractor will be required to reimburse USAID in full for funds advanced by USAID pursuant to the issuance of the authorization.  The contractor may reimburse USAID directly or USAID may offset the cost from the contractor’s invoice payments under this contract, any other contract the individual has with the U.S. Government, or through any other available debt collection mechanism.

(g) When USAID pays medical expenses (e.g., pursuant to Form DS-3067, Authorization for Medical Services for Employees and/or Dependents), repayment must be made to USAID either by insurance payment or directly by the contractor, except for the amount of such expenses USAID is obligated to pay under this provision.  The Contracting Officer will determine the repayment amount in accordance with the terms of this provision and the policies and procedures for employees contained in 16 FAM 521.  When USAID pays the medical expenses, including medical travel costs (see section (e) above), of an individual (either the contractor or an eligible family member) who is covered by insurance, that individual promptly must claim his or her benefits under any applicable insurance policy or policies.  As soon as the individual receives the insurance payment, the contractor must reimburse USAID for the full amount that USAID paid on the individual’s behalf or the repayment amount determined by the Contracting Officer in accordance with this paragraph, whichever is less.  If an individual is not covered by insurance, the contractor must reimburse USAID for the entire amount of all medical expenses and any travel costs the contractor receives from his/her medevac provider.

(h) In the event that the contractor or eligible family member fails to recover insurance payments or transfer the amount of such payments to USAID within 90 days, USAID will take appropriate action to collect the payments due, unless such failure is for reasons beyond the control of the USPSC/dependent.

(i) Before departing post or terminating the contract, the contractor must settle all medical expense and medical travel costs.  If the contractor is insured, he or she must provide proof to the Contracting Officer that those insurance claims have been submitted to the insurance carrier(s) and sign a repayment agreement to repay to USAID any amounts paid by the insurance carrier(s).



Qualifications


Please see solicitation.


Contact Details



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Telephone:              202-661-9381
Email:posma@globalcorps.com

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