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FBO DAILY ISSUE OF DECEMBER 31, 2005 FBO #1496
SOLICITATION NOTICE

R -- Deputy Development Advisor

Notice Date

11/3/2005
 

Notice Type

Solicitation Notice
 

NAICS

928120 — International Affairs
 

Contracting Office

Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, INL RM MS, 2430 E Street, N.W., South Building SA-4 Navy Hill, Washington, DC, 20520
 

ZIP Code

20520
 

Solicitation Number

PSC06004
 

Response Due

12/5/2005
 

Point of Contact

Linda Gower, Contract Specialist, Phone 2027768774, Fax 2027768775, - Mary Pat Hayes-Crow, Logistics Management Specialist, Phone 2027768373, Fax 2027768775,
 

E-Mail Address

gowerlg@state.gov, hayes-crowmp2@state.gov
 

Description

Deputy Development Advisor ISSUANCE DATE: 11/3/05 CLOSING DATE: 12/5/05 SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC06004 (INL) Gentlemen/Ladies: SUBJECT: Solicitation for Personal Services Contractor (PSC), Department of State, Narcotics Affairs Section, American Embassy Islamabad (Peshawar). The United States Government, represented by the Department of State, is seeking proposals (Standard Form 171's or OF 612’s) from U.S. citizens interested in providing the PSC services described this solicitation. Submissions shall be in accordance with the information provided below. Any questions may be directed to Linda Gower, Contracting Officer, INL/RM/MS, DOS, who may be reached at FAX No. (202) 776-8775 or E-Mail gowerlg@state.gov. All applications shall be submitted by facsimile or e-mail and originals sent via mail. If sent via courier to: Linda Gower, INL/RM/RM, Navy Hill South (202) 776-8774 Department of State 2430 E Street, NW Washington, D.C. 20520 And a copy to: Lisa Johnson Narcotics Affairs Section American Embassy Islamabad APO AE 09812-2200 Late applications shall not be accepted, unless there was a mishandling once received in DOS. Along with the SF171 or OF 612, applicants shall provide CV and three written references including contact information. Applicants are also requested to provide their full mailing address (fax, telephone and/or e-mail where applicable). Applicants should retain for their records copies of all enclosures which accompany their proposals. Please reference the number of this solicitation when sending your application. Sincerely, Linda G. Gower, Contracting Officer 1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC06004 (INL) 2. ISSUANCE DATE: 11/03/05 3. CLOSING DATE/TIME SPECIFIED: 12/05/06 FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 16:00 PM local time 4. POSITION TITLE: Deputy Development Advisor 5. MARKET VALUE: FP-3, Step 1-7 (2005 salary chart: $58,845-$70,264) 6. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: February 2006-February 2007 (subject to availability of funds) PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Peshawar, Pakistan JOB DESCRIPTION: See below A. RELATIONSHIP 1. The Deputy Development Advisor reports to the Senior Development Advisor (SDA) in the Narcotics Affairs Section (NAS) Peshawar and in his/her absence to the NAS Director. The SDA reports to the NAS Director on counter-narcotics and border security activities, including related policy issues, in Northwest Frontier Province (NWFP). 2. Based in NAS Peshawar, the Deputy Development Advisor assists with identification of requirements for programs and policy, provides technical advice, and provides updates on local developments, current activities and results of activity planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation to the SDA and, as directed, Government of Pakistan (GOP) provincial officials. All these actions support the elimination of opium poppy cultivation and further the development of border security activities, including the identification and construction of border outpost sites and roads in remote and inaccessible areas. The incumbent shares supervision of the work of the NAS locally engaged staff located in NAS Peshawar. 3. The Deputy Development Advisor identifies potential areas for additional funding that may be filled by other US and international donors working in counter-narcotics development activities in the FATA, such as UNODC, Asia Development Bank, IFAD, and USAID. B. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES 1. Participates as required with the SDA in negotiating with host country officials in the planning, design, monitoring, evaluation and financial requirements for NAS counter-narcotics activities and border security programs in Pakistan, particularly the Northwest Frontier Province (NWFP)/Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). 2. Assists GOP provincial officials in the preparation and submission of program documentation, such as working papers for project approval committees (PAC) and project review boards (PRB), minutes of PAC and PRB Meetings, and other documentation concerning planning and financial reports, budgeting and requests for funding. 3. Liaises, as directed, with UN and other organizations concerning their ongoing and planned advisory, institutional and monetary contributions to the counter-narcotics development programs and development programs in NWFP/FATA. 4. Shares management with the SDA of a multidisciplinary technical assistance team assigned to the Peshawar office (24 senior/mid-level technicians, administrative staff and drivers) for the implementation, execution, monitoring and evaluation of NAS funded counter-narcotics development programs, and border security programs in NWFP/FATA. C. SPECIFIC DUTIES 1. Oversees coordination of the annual poppy monitoring and eradication campaign in NWFP/FATA. 2. Engages, as directed, communities on needs and prepares plans and recommendations for implementation of counter-narcotics development programs. 3. Assists with the preparation of bilateral agreements for various counter narcotics and border security activities. 4. Travels extensively to oversee project implementation, monitoring and evaluation in the FATA and to provide management oversight and technical advice and guidance to the project implementation staff. Prepares reports on the problems and progress of the programs for the GOP and NAS/US Embassy officials recommending corrective actions if required. 5. Provides input to the SDA for annual budget exercises and other planning and programming documentation. Verifies expenditures for counternarcotics and border security programs in NWFP/FATA in close coordination with the NAS Financial Section in Islamabad. 6. Prepares schedules and briefings and coordinates site visits as required for senior USG officials, including the Ambassador/Deputy Chief of Mission, as well as visitors from Washington. D. CONTINUING RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Assists the SDA with preparation of policy recommendations to fully integrate development activities with planned voluntary reduction of opium poppy cultivation and where necessary with law and paramilitary activities to enforce the poppy cultivation ban. 2. Advises GOP officials in the development of their annual work plans. Identifies and analyzes constraints to development activities and narcotics reduction in accord with USG policies, guidelines and regulations. 3. Makes recommendations to the SDA with regard to periodic releases of advance funds for the implementation of specific key activities. Advises the SDA on overall expenditures for NAS Peshawar programs. 4. Shares supervision of an agriculture technical staff in a systematic program to develop data for the preparation of the annual opium poppy acreage report for the poppy growing areas. E. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS 1. U.S. Citizenship 2. Program Manager with minimum 5-7 years experience in managing and providing technical oversight for multi-sector development programs and in supervisory positions. 3. Extensive knowledge of development activities, as they contribute to the reduction of opium poppy cultivation. 4. Experience working overseas, particularly with other international donor agencies. 5. The incumbent should have a good understanding of the issues involved in working in remote and inaccessible areas and the interventions necessary to make meaningful contributions to the border security efforts. A good understanding of the culture and sensitivity to the highly complex and politically sensitive region Pakistan would be an important asset to the successful carrying out of the incumbent’s responsibilities. 6. The incumbent requires strong interpersonal skills. 7. Excellent oral and written English communication skills. 8. DOS-approved security clearance at the secret level. F. TRAVEL 1. Frequent travel is required, security permitting, to areas within NWFP/FATA and at times to other areas within Pakistan, as required, to coordinate and assist with the successful implementation of NAS programs. G. Evaluation Criteria: 1. Knowledge of program management policies, concepts, practices, and principles in order to analyze and develop recommendations for program operations and objectives of the U.S. International Narcotics Control Strategy. The position requires strong management, drafting, analytical, and interpersonal skills and encompasses the major elements of program management, including resource management, analysis and reporting, coordination, and policy and resource formulation and execution. 2. Knowledge of embassy and consulate organization and complex interrelated activities, as well as familiarity with programs, organization, and operations of other USG elements involved in the counternarcotics and border security programs is desirable. 3. Knowledge of the political, economic and cultural environment of Pakistan and regional factors affecting the counternarcotics and border security programs is required in order to conduct analysis and evaluation of operations and develop alternative strategies. 4. Skill in applying complex fact-finding, analytical, and problem solving methods to evaluate programs and recommend appropriate course corrections. 5. Skill in oral and written communication to prepare and present complex analyses, recommendations and solutions, including reporting cables, speeches, proposals, and reports. 6. Demonstrated supervisory skills and experience in managing a large project or organization with many employees of differing skill levels and experience. 7. Past performance evaluation of applicant's ability to perform under the contract: In conducting the evaluation, the Government reserves the right to utilize all evaluation information available at the time of evaluation, whether provided by the applicant or obtained from other sources. H. COMPENSATION: Compensation for the position will be negotiated as follows: Level of experience will dictate the salary level within the grade range. Entry level salary will normally be at the first step of the grade range for the position. However, consideration will be given to the successful applicant’s experience that is specifically relevant to the position to be filled. Number of years of relevant experience will determine at what step within the grade range the successful applicant will be compensated. I. AS A MATTER OF POLICY, AND AS APPROPRIATE UNLESS THE PSC IS A RESIDENT-HIRE, A PSC IS NORMALLY AUTHORIZED THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS: 1. BENEFITS Employee's FICA Contribution Contribution toward Health & Life Insurance Pay Comparability Adjustment Annual Increase Eligibility for Worker's Compensation Annual & Sick Leave 2. ALLOWANCES (if applicable). * (A) Temporary Quarters Subsistence 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). 3. CONTRACT INFORMATION BULLETINS (CIBs) PERTAINING TO PSCs 99-09 PSC's Annual Health Insurance Costs 99-07 Contractual Coverage for Medical Evacuation (MEDEVAC) Services 98-16 Annual Salary Increase for USPSCs 98-19 Home Leave under USPSCs 98-24 Use of Compensatory (Comp) Time by PSCs 98-25 Defense Base Act (DBA) Coverage and DBA Waiver List 97-16 Class Justification for Use of Other Than Full & Open Competition for Personal Services Contracts with U.S. Citizens Contracted with Locally, with CCNs and TCNs Subject to the Local Compensation Plan, and for Overseas Contracts of $250,000 or Less 97-11 1997 FICA & Medicare Tax Rates for Personal Services Contracts 97-03 New USAID Contractor Employee Physical Examination 96-19 U. S. Personal Services Contract (USPSC) - Leave 94-09 Sunday Pay for U.S. Personal Services Contractors (PSCs) 93-17 Financial Disclosure Requirements Under a Personal Services Contract (PSC) LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS FOR PSCs 1. Standard Form 171 (see www.usaid.gov/procurement_bus_opp/procurement/forms) **2. Contractor Physical Examination (AID Form 1420-62). **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). NOTE: Form 5 is available from the requirements office. _______________ * Standardized Regulations (Government Civilians Foreign Areas). ** The forms listed 2 through 5 shall only be completed upon the advice of the Contracting Officer that an applicant is the successful candidate for the job. NOTE: THIS NOTICE MAY HAVE POSTED ON FEDBIZOPPS ON THE DATE INDICATED IN THE NOTICE ITSELF (03-NOV-2005). IT ACTUALLY APPEARED OR REAPPEARED ON THE FEDBIZOPPS SYSTEM ON 29-DEC-2005, BUT REAPPEARED IN THE FTP FEED FOR THIS POSTING DATE. PLEASE CONTACT fbo.support@gsa.gov REGARDING THIS ISSUE.
 

Web Link

Link to FedBizOpps document.
(http://www.fbo.gov/spg/State/INL/INL-RM-MS/PSC06004/listing.html)
 

Place of Performance

Address: American Consulate Peshawar

Zip Code: na

Country: Pakistan
 

Record

SN00959787-F 20051231/051229213250 (fbodaily.com)
 

Source

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