The United States Agency for International Development (USAID)
Nigeria, is seeking to employ a suitable and qualified candidate for
the position below :

Job Title: Quality Assurance Supervisor

Solicitation No: AID-620-S-17-00016-00
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Period of Performance: Five years renewable.
Security level Required: SBU

Basic Function of the Position
The quality assurance supervisor (QAS) provides a diverse range of
specialized and routine support functions to the various offices in
USAID/Nigeria and Implementing Partners (IP).

Performs administrative and limited clerical services, monitors
equipment used for the day to day operation of the USAID Guest House.

Has oversight responsibility of the technical maintenance work carried
out by the various maintenance contractors at the USAID Guest House,
including but not limited to the generator and the building
maintenance contractors.

The QAS is responsible for materials handling, custodial services, and
preparing appropriate receiving reports for the limited expendable and
non-expendable supplies for the USAID office and Partners.

Major Duties and Responssibilities
General Service Operation 70%:
Responsible for overall planning, directing and controlling of USAID
office quality assurance functions, particularly the broad range of
services provided under the International Cooperative Administrative
Support Services (ICASS).

In conjunction with the Facility Maintenance Office at the Embassy,
the incumbent will ensure that scheduled and non-scheduled services
provided by ICASS are of high quality and that all open work-orders
are completed satisfactorily, and report deficiencies when they occur.

Working together with the USAID requestor, he/she will oversee all
general services requests with ICASS in order that Mission personnel
may focus on achieving programmatic objectives rather than service
delivery; such services therefore under the purview of the QAS will
include but not limited to the replacement of appliances and
furniture, carrying out electro-mechanical repairs, replacement and
repairs of air-conditioning systems, working on plumbing related
issues, etc.

He/she will also liaise with the Post Occupational Health and Safety
Officer on all POHSO related issues, particularly when working on
Executive Office project. He/she would be required to draft Statement
of Work for such projects.

Under the direction of the Deputy EXO, provide daily general work
related guidance to contractor personnel.

Will have oversight of services provided by contractor(s) to ensure
that deliverable match requested services under existing contract.

Incumbent will have custodial responsibility and control inventory
which entails verifying that the correct amounts and types of items
were shipped, inspect the goods delivered to ensure their quality, and
that they correspond with existing order, and ensure stock levels are
maintained.

Will maintain items record, document necessary information and utilize
reports to project usage and plan against shortfalls. Will receive
non-expendable and limited expendable supplies for USAID Nigeria
operations and for those of Implementing Partners (IPs).

Other Administrative Duties 30%:
Assists the S/EXO to prepare the annual operations budget.

Assists the Deputy EXO in performing the inventory of assets at the
office, the Guest House, the Mission Director’s residence and report
to OMD.

Maintains stocks of spare parts needed to keep the Mission Director
and Program vehicles operational both in Abuja and Maiduguri as
appropriate.

Will coordinate and expedite purchase of supplies and equipment as
appropriate for the vehicles and for the Guest House.

The incumbent will also follow-through with the Procurement section
and relevant parties until supplies have been received.

Responsible for the management of the Mission’s handheld radio Program.

Will issue Office of Security (SEC) funded radios to USAID Mission
personnel (Direct Hire, United States Personnel Services Contractors
and designated Foreign Service Nationals).

Will loan radios to USAID TDYers per post policy and retrieve same on
their departure.

Will provide SEC with annual update on the status of the radio program.

Will manage USAID Nigeria seating arrangements and keep chart updated.

Any other duty as may be assigned.

Area of Consideration:
Nigerians Only

Physical Demands:
The work requested does not involve undue physical demands.

Minimum Qualification Required
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent in Engineering (Electrical,
Mechanical and Electrical-Electronics), Physics, Mathematics, Science
Technology is required.

Prior Work Experience:
Five years of progressively responsible hands on experience in
Electrical and Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering field is
necessary.

Should have had at least one year experience establishing and
maintaining custody of property; including the preparation of
associated reports.

Language Proficiency:
Level IV (fluent speaking, reading, and writing) in English language
and knowledge of one local Nigerian language is required.

Job Knowledge:
Good working knowledge of building/ground maintenance operations,
including maintenance trade operational practices and procedures,
including property management.

Skills and Abilities:
Must be able to supervise and provide guidance for a size-able number
of multi-trade contractor work forces, ability to carry out
troubleshooting and undertake remedial action on electrical and
mechanical systems.

Must be computer literate with experience in Excel, good familiarity
with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint is also needed.

List of Required forms for PSC Hires
Once the CO) informs the successful Offeror about being selected for a
contract award, the CO will provide the successful Offeror
instructions about how to complete and submit the following forms:
Medical History and Examination Form (Department of State Forms)
RSO Security Questionnaire
BI Guide Questionnaire
THOR Enrollment Intake Form

Benefits/Allowances:
As a matter of policy, and as appropriate, a PSC is normally
authorized the following benefits and allowances:
Benefits:
Health Insurance
Annual Salary Increase (if applicable)
Annual and Sick leave
Annual Bonus
Allowances (as applicable):
Transportation Allowance
Meal Allowance
Miscellaneous Allowance
Housing Allowance
Taxes:
The Mission emphasize to its employees of the fact that they are
obliged to observe Nigerian Laws, including those concerning income
and related tax obligations.
Payment of such taxes is a matter between the individual employee and
the Nigerian Government. In the absence of a specific international
agreement, the U.S. Government will not withhold local taxes from an
employee’s salary.
Market Value
N8,168,957.00 equivalent to FSN-9 In accordance with AIDAR Appendix J
and the Local Compensation Plan of United States Mission, Nigeria
(Effective September 04, 2016). Final compensation will be negotiated
within the listed market value.

Evaluation and Selection Factors
Applications will be required to have the minimum qualifications
expressed above.
Qualified applicants possessing skills above the minimum requirements
will be assessed based on the following factors:
Education (10 points)
Work Experience (20 points)
Knowledge (30 points)
Language Proficiency (10 points)
Skills and abilities (30 points)

Per this scoring rubric, Work Experience, Knowledge, Skills and
Abilities are the most important factors. Applications will initially
be screened for conformity with minimum requirements and a short list
of applicants developed.

USAID reserves the right to interview only the highest ranked
applicants in person or by phone OR not to interview any candidate.

After the closing date for receipt of applications, a committee will
be convened to review applications and evaluate them in accordance
with the evaluation criteria.

Applications from candidates which do not meet the required selection
criteria will not be scored.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

No response will be sent to unsuccessful applicants.

As part of the selection process, finalist candidates may be
interviewed either in person or by telephone at USAID’s discretion.

Reference checks will be made only for applicants considered as finalists.

If an applicant does not wish USAID to contact a current employer for
a reference check, this should be stated in the applicant’s cover
letter, and USAID will delay such reference check pending
communication with the applicant. Only finalists will becontacted by
USAID with respect to their applications.

Application Closing Date
7th July, 2017.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified offerors are requested to submit application
package which must include all required documents stated below to:
AbujaHRAID@state.gov

Click here to download the Position Descriptions (PDF)

Click here to download the Instructions for Completing DS-174 (PDF 2.40 MB)

Required Documents
Eligible Offerors are required to complete and submit the offer form
DS-174, Application for US Federal Employment (DS-174) - pdf, or a
current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information
as a DS-174.
Any documentation that supports or addresses the requirements listed
above (e.g. transcripts, degrees, NYSC certificate/exemption etc.).
A type-written and signed application letter specifically applying for
this position, and addressing the minimum requirements as advertised.
Please reference the job title and announcement number on the
application letter.
Limit all electronic (e-mail) submission to one entry/email not larger
than 5MB. Please submit attachments in PDF and Word formats, not
pictures.
E-mails received without the appropriate subject line and incomplete
applications will not be considered.

Note
Offers must be received by the closing date and time specified in
Section I, item 3, and submitted to the Point of Contact in Section
IV.
To ensure consideration of offers for the intended position, Offerors
must prominently reference the Solicitation number in the offer
submission.
This solicitation is open only to Nigerian Nationals.
Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.



Click here for more information
https://ng.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/jobs/

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No. 2017-020 Date: June 22, 2017 Ref: A52944
Subject: DATA ENTRY CLERK (HOUSING)
Location: LAGOS – GENERAL SERVICES OFFICE (GSO)
Applicability: ALL INTERESTED CANDIDATES
OPEN TO: All Interested Candidates

POSITION TITLE: Data Entry Clerk (Housing) –FSN-06/FP–08*
OPENING DATE: June 22, 2017
CLOSING DATE: July 10, 2017
WORK HOURS: Full-time; 40 hours/week
SALARY: OR – Ordinarily Resident–N3,591,291 p.a.
(Starting basic salary) Position Grade: FSN-06
In addition to the basic salary, all allowances will be paid
in accordance with the Mission Local Compensation Plan.

NOR - Not Ordinarily Resident – AEFM - US$37,698
EFM/MOH – US$31,931 (Starting Salary) p.a.
Position Grade: FP-08*

NOTE: ALL NOT ORDINARILY RESIDENT APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE
REQUIRED WORK AND RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR
CONSIDERATION. A U.S. CITIZEN EFM DOES NOT HAVE TO BE RESIDING IN
COUNTRY TO BE CONSIDERED, BUT THE SPONSORING OFFICER UNDER COM
AUTHORITY DOES HAVE TO BE OFFICIALLY ASSIGNED TO POST.

The U.S. Consulate in Lagos is seeking to employ suitable and qualified candidate for the
position of Data Entry Clerk (Housing) in the General Services Section (GSO), Lagos.
NOTE: Due to the high volume of applications received, we will only contact applicants
who are being considered. Thank you for your understanding.
BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION:
The incumbent maintains the Real Property Application (RPA) at post, including working
closely with office of the Overseas Building Operations (OBO) as necessary. This position
assists in property surveys, measuring and drafting routine correspondence related to change and
maintenance of the housing pool. S/he assists in preparing draft leases and cables for approvals.
The incumbent conducts visual inspection prior to arrival/departure of employees to assess state
of furniture, cleanliness of apartment and make ready concerns. S/he maintains and updates post
housing files and handbook.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
NOTE: All applicants MUST address each required qualification listed below with specific
information supporting each item. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the
applicant is not qualified.
1. A university degree in Business Administration, Business Management or Estate
Management is required.
2. Minimum of two (2) years in real estate/property management and administrative
management is required.
3. Level IV (Fluent) Speaking/Writing/Reading in English is required. Language proficiency
will be tested.
4. Good knowledge of business correspondence, applicable instruction and procedures is
required.
5. Must have knowledge of Nigeria Government agencies responsible for documentation and
issues relating to Real Estate Laws and property values.
6. Good computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel etc.) and a valid
Nigerian driver’s license are required.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:
The complete position description listing all of the duties and responsibilities may be obtained on
our website at https://ng.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/jobs/ and/or by telephone number
09-461-4000 Ext 4261.
HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS:
When qualified, applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring
preference in the order listed below. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately
describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the
applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.
HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:
(1) AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
(2) AEFM / USEFM
(3) FS on LWOP**
* IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must
submit a copy of the most recent Member Copy Four (4) of the DD-214, Certificate of Release or
Discharge from Active Duty, and, if applicable, a letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans
Affairs. If claiming conditional eligibility for U.S. Veterans’ preference, applicants must submit
proof of conditional eligibility. If the written documentation confirming eligibility is not
received in the HR office by the closing date of the vacancy announcement, the U.S. Veterans’
preference will not be considered in the application process. Mission HR’s decision on
eligibility for U.S. Veterans’ preference after reviewing all required documentation is final.
** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP.
ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA
1. Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in
determining successful candidacy.
2. Current OR employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply. Current OR
employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on
their most recent Employee Performance Report (EPR) are not eligible to apply
3. Current NOR employees hired on a Family Member Appointment (FMA) or a Personal
Service Agreement (PSA) are not eligible to apply within the first 90 calendar days of their
employment, unless they have a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule
4. The candidate must be able to obtain and hold the local security certification after selection.
5. Candidates who are EFMs, USEFMs, AEFMs, or MOHs must have at least one year
remaining on their sponsor’s tour of duty to be considered eligible to apply for this position.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested applicants for this position MUST submit the following, or the application will not be
considered:
1. Application for US Federal Employment (DS-174); or a current resume or curriculum
vitae that provides the same information as a DS-174; plus,
2. Any additional documentation that supports or addresses the requirements listed above (e.g.
transcripts, degrees, NYSC certificate/exemption etc.)
3. A type-written and signed application letter specifically applying for this position, and
addressing the minimum requirements as advertised. Please reference the job title and
announcement number on the application letter.
4. Limit all electronic (e-mail) submissions to one entry/e-mail not larger than 5MB. Please
submit attachments in PDF and Word formats, not pictures.
5. E-mails received without the appropriate subject line and incomplete applications will not be
considered.
WHERE TO APPLY:
Email Address: HRNigeria@state.gov
**Mailed (paper/hard copies) applications will NOT be accepted.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The U.S. Mission in Nigeria provides equal
opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race,
color religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual
orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all
personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs.
The EEO complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they have been denied
equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation. Individuals with such
complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for
prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.
DEFINITIONS
Eligible Family Member (EFM): An EFM for employment purposes is an individual who
meets all of the following criteria:
 U.S. Citizen or not a U.S. Citizen; and
 Spouse or same-sex domestic partner (as defined in 3 FAM 1610); or
 Child, who is unmarried and under 21 years of age or, regardless of age, is incapable of
self-support; or
 Parent (including stepparents and legally adoptive parents) of employee, spouse, or samesex
domestic partner, when such parent is at least 51 percent dependent on the employee
for support; or
 Sister or brother (including stepsisters and stepbrothers, or adoptive sisters or brothers) of
the employee, spouse, or same-sex domestic partner when such sibling is at least 51
percent dependent on the employee for support, unmarried, and under 21 years of age, or
regardless of age, incapable of self-support; and
 Listed on the travel orders or approved Form OF-126 of a sponsoring employee, i.e., a
direct-hire Foreign Service, Civil Service, or uniformed service member who is
permanently assigned to or stationed abroad or, as appropriate, at an office of the
American Institute in Taiwan; and
 Is under chief of mission authority.
U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Member (USEFM): A USEFM for employment purposes is an
individual who meets all of the following criteria:
 U.S. Citizen; and
 Spouse or same-sex domestic partner (as defined in 3 FAM 1610) of the sponsoring
employee; or
 Child of the sponsoring employee who is unmarried and at least 18 years old; and
 Listed on the travel orders or approved Form OF-126 of a sponsoring employee, i.e., a directhire
Foreign Service, Civil Service, or uniformed service member who is permanently
assigned to or stationed abroad or, as appropriate, at an office of the American Institute in
Taiwan; and resides at the sponsoring employee’s post of assignment abroad, or as
appropriate, at an office of the American Institute in Taiwan; and is under chief of mission
authority; or
 resides at an Involuntary Separate Maintenance Allowance (ISMA) location authorized under
3 FAM 3232.2; or
 Currently receives a U.S. Government retirement annuity or pension from a career in the U.S.
Foreign Service or Civil Service.
Appointment Eligible Family Member (AEFM): An AEFM for employment purposes is an
individual who meets all of the following criteria:
 U.S. Citizen; and
 Spouse or same-sex domestic partner (as defined in 3 FAM 1610) of the sponsoring
employee; or
 Child of the sponsoring employee who is unmarried and at least 18 years old; and
 Listed on the travel orders or approved Form OF-126 of a sponsoring employee, i.e., a directhire
Foreign Service, Civil Service, or uniformed service member who is permanently
assigned to or stationed abroad or, as appropriate, at an office of the American Institute in
Taiwan (AIT); and
 Is under chief of mission authority; and
 Is residing at the sponsoring employee's post of assignment abroad or, as appropriate, at an
office of the American Institute in Taiwan; and
 Does NOT currently receive a U.S. Government retirement annuity or pension from a career
in the U.S. Foreign Service or Civil Service.
Member of Household (MOH): An individual who accompanies or joins a sponsoring
employee, i.e., sponsor is a direct hire employee under Chief of Mission authority, either Foreign
Service, Civil Service, or uniformed service member who is permanently assigned to or stationed
abroad at a U.S. mission, or at an office of the American Institute in Taiwan. A MOH is an
individual who meets the following criteria:
(1) Not an EFM and therefore not on the travel orders or approved through form OF-126 Foreign
Service Residence and Dependency Report of the sponsoring employee; and
(2) Officially declared by the sponsoring U.S. Government employee to the Chief of Mission
(COM) as part of his or her household and approved by the COM; and
Is a parent, grandparent, grandchild, unmarried partner, adult child, foreign born child in the
process of being adopted, father, mother, brother, sister, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-inlaw,
daughter-in-law, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, stepfather, stepmother, stepson, stepdaughter,
stepbrother, stepsister, half-brother, or half-sister who falls outside the Department’s current
definition of Eligible Family Member 14 FAM 511.3. A MOH may or may not be a U.S.
Citizen.
Not Ordinarily Resident (NOR) – An individual who meets the following criteria:
 An EFM, USEFM or AEFM of a direct-hire Foreign Service, Civil Service, or uniformed
service member permanently assigned or stationed abroad, or as appropriate, at an office
of the American Institute in Taiwan; or
 Has diplomatic privileges and immunities; and
 Is eligible for compensation under the FS or GS salary schedule; and
 Has a U.S. Social Security Number (SSN); and
 Is not a citizen of the host country; and
 Does not ordinarily reside in the host country; and
 Is not subject to host country employment and tax laws.
EFMs without US Social Security Numbers are also OR. All OR employees, including US
citizens, are compensated in accordance with the LCP.

SOLICITATION NUMBER: AID-620-S-00-17-00017-00
ISSUANCE DATE: June 21, 2017
CLOSING DATE/TIME: July 7, 2017
SUBJECT: Solicitation for a Cooperating Country National Personal Service Contractor
(CCN PSC) Project Management Specialist – Civil Society and Media (Local
Compensation Plan)
Dear Prospective Offerors:
The United States Government, represented by the U.S. Agency for International Development
(USAID), is seeking offers from qualified persons to provide personal services under contract as
described in this solicitation.
Offers must be in accordance with Attachment 1, Sections I through V of this solicitation.
Incomplete or unsigned offers will not be considered. Offerors should retain copies of all offer
materials for their records.
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 offers.
Any questions must be directed in writing to the Point of Contact specified in the attached
information.

GENERAL INFORMATION
1. SOLICITATION NO.: AID-620-S-00-17-00017-00
2. ISSUANCE DATE: June 21, 2017
3. CLOSING DATE/TIME FOR RECEIPT OF OFFERS: July 7, 2017
4. POSITION TITLE: Project Management Specialist – Civil Society and Media
5. MARKET VALUE: N11,581,095.00 equivalent to FSN-11
In accordance with AIDAR Appendix J and the Local Compensation Plan of
United States Mission, Nigeria (Effective September 04, 2016).
Final compensation will be negotiated within the listed market value.
6. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: Five (5) years renewable
7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Abuja, Nigeria
8. SECURITY LEVEL REQUIRED: SBU
9. STATEMENT OF DUTIES
BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION:
The Civil Society and Media Specialist manages PDG’s civil society programs and is the USAID
Mission’s principal advisor on issues related to civil society development in Nigeria. These
responsibilities require interaction with: senior USG officials in Nigeria and in the United States;
other donors, including the United Kingdom, United Nations, European Union, Canada, Japan,
World Bank, and African Development Bank; and high-ranking Nigerians both within and
outside of government. The incumbent provides guidance and oversight to his/her implementing
partners to improve governance in Nigeria and work to enhance the ability of other USAID
programs to achieve their results. In addition, the incumbent serves as the PDG Office’s media
and public outreach coordinator, working with the Mission’s Development Outreach
Coordinator(s) (DOCs) on a range of PDG materials for public consumption, such as fact sheets,
press releases, and public remarks by USG officials.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent contributes significantly to implementing USAID/Nigeria’s “Strengthened Good
Governance” Development Objective (DO) through activities that address responsive,
transparent and inclusive governance.
Program Management: 50% of time
Develops and manages USAID civil society programs oriented toward increasing capacity and
effectiveness of Nigerian civil society to: hold public officials accountable; express their
preferences; engage in policy dialogue; influence public policies and their implementation to
enhance confidence in democracy and strengthen foundations of democracy; and use the media
to achieve results. More specifically, USAID/Nigeria’s civil society program is aimed at:
increasing civil society organizations’ (CSOs’) capacity to effectively advocate for key policy
reforms such as revenue and budget transparency, extractive industry transparency, and freedom
of information; strengthening civil society/government partnerships to fight corruption through
public oversight agencies and initiatives; and strengthening CSO institutional capacity for
effective program management and sustainability.
He/she serves as the Contract Officer’s Representative/Agreement Officer’s Representative
(COR/AOR) and thus provides technical direction to USAID-funded grantees and contractors
implementing civil society programs. The incumbent monitors the performance of such grantees
and contractors, and reports on the impact of their work. The incumbent monitors performance in
the field, and collects and analyzes performance data for the purposes of evaluating
implementation and assessing overall program impact. He/she provides on a regular basis written
and oral reports including portfolio reviews to senior Mission (including the Embassy)
management, PDG team members, and USAID/Washington technical backstops. These reports
cover progress achieved, impact observed, problems and constraints encountered, remedial
action taken, new opportunities emerging, and any other issues related to program management.
He/she works with the Program Office and other Mission technical teams to facilitate
coordination of the Mission’s civil society support to Nigeria in order to ensure that resources are
leveraged and the impact of USG assistance is maximized. He/she organizes field visits for
senior USG officials and U.S. Congressional delegations, planning trip itineraries and scheduling
meetings and briefings with: USG officers; senior Nigerian officials, groups and individuals; and
relevant representatives of international donor agencies on work related to his/her sector. He/she
manages evaluation of unsolicited proposals related to civil society assistance, and maintains
liaison, at the highest levels, with relevant contractors, grantees, development partners and
Government of Nigeria officials.
Stakeholder and Customer Relations: 25% of time
He/she serves as the focal point with other USG agencies in Nigeria, Nigerian national, state
and/or local government officials, and other international donor organizations on all issues
related to USAID/Nigeria’s civil society programs. In order to do so, he/she will establish close
contacts and communications with a wide range of civil society organizations and key
government institutions, including development partners, Nigeria’s National Orientation Agency
which works with civil society organizations on civic education and capacity building, the
Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative, and the Economic and Financial Crimes
Commission. He/she will also organize stakeholder consultations that solicit views from a broad
range of stakeholders on the overall direction and implementation of USAID/Nigeria’s civil
society programs. He/she will take the lead in preparing speeches, briefing papers, orientation
meetings, and focus discussion groups for the U.S. Embassy and program-related visitors (e.g.,
congressional delegations, senior-level USAID and other U.S. government officials and other
donors).
In addition, the incumbent serves as the PDG Office’s media and public outreach coordinator,
working with the Mission’s Development Outreach Coordinator(s) (DOCs) on a range of PDG
materials for public consumption, such as fact sheets, press releases, and public remarks by U.S.
Government (USG) officials. In this role, the incumbent coordinates the development of these
materials with all of his/her PDG colleagues, working on behalf of the PDG Office’s entire
program portfolio, not just the civil society programs.
The incumbent also serves as the Mission’s principal advisor regarding issues of persons with
disabilities (PWDs). In this role, the incumbent responds to requests for information from
Nigerian organizations and officials, USG officials in Washington, and USAID Mission
colleagues regarding the Mission’s work regarding disability issues.
Political Analysis and Activity Design: 15% of time
The incumbent assesses Nigeria’s national, regional and international setting and analyzes the
impact of political, social and economic change upon USAID/Nigeria’s civil society programs.
This includes: evaluating the impact of new and proposed host-country legislation and policies;
political, social and economic developments; personnel changes; as well as regional and
international events that impact upon Development Objective 3’s support for governance
institutions – and recommending appropriate responses (e.g., re-orienting ongoing activities).
The incumbent assists in organizing the visits of program design and assessment teams, planning
their itineraries and scheduling meetings and briefings with relevant Nigerian institutions and
organizations, international donors and USG officials. He/she leads the review process of
incoming proposals for civil society assistance and drafts responses on technical quality and
relationship to PDG objectives.
Strategy Design and Implementation: 10% of time
The incumbent is responsible for carrying out ad hoc duties as assigned, including drafting
Development Objective (DO) Agreement documents and Performance Monitoring Plans. He/she
is responsible for providing direction to the Mission’s DO teams on how to access assistance for
their programs managed by the incumbent. He/she reviews and makes comments on activity
designs from other operating units for technical soundness, as well as appropriateness of
procurement mechanisms. He/she participates in and helps plan and implement team planning
meetings, debriefings, and report writing.
10. AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Nigerians Only
11. PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The work quested does not involve undue physical demands.
II. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION
Education: Master’s Degree in Political Science, International Relations, Development, Law,
Public Administration, Public Policy, Social Sciences, Liberal Arts, or
Communication/Journalism is required.
Prior Work Experience: Minimum five years of progressively responsible professional work
experience in democracy and governance program management or in civil society advocacy is
required.
Post Entry Training: Contracting Officer’s Representative/Agreement Officer’s Representative
(COR/AOR) certification, Program Management, Financial Management, and Monitoring and
Evaluation trainings, as well as other training necessary to develop sound knowledge of U.S.
Government laws, regulations and policies relating to program development and management.

Language Proficiency: Level IV (Fluent speaking, reading, and writing) in English language is
required.
Job Knowledge: Must demonstrate in-depth understanding of civil society organizations and
the media in Nigeria. Must have sound knowledge of Nigeria’s laws, policies, political history
and development.

Skills and Abilities: Must have high level of judgment. Must possess excellent skills in program
management, oversight, monitoring, reporting, financial analysis, evaluation of civil society and
democracy and governance programs. He/she must have strong computer skills in Microsoft
Office software. Must have outstanding interpersonal teamwork skills, especially in multicultural
settings, to be able to interact with all persons within and outside the Mission. Must be
able to interact professionally with high-level GON and USG officials. Must be knowledgeable
and capable to deal with sensitive issues that emerge.
III. EVALUATION AND SELECTION FACTORS
Applications will be required to have the minimum qualifications expressed in Section II.
Qualified applicants possessing skills above the minimum requirements will be assessed
based on the following factors:
1. Education (10 points)
2. Work Experience (20 points)
3. Knowledge (30 points)
4. Language Proficiency (10 points)
5. Skills and abilities (30 points)
Per this scoring rubric, Work Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities are the most
important factors. Applications will initially be screened for conformity with minimum
requirements and a short list of applicants developed.
USAID reserves the right to interview only the highest ranked applicants in person or by
phone OR not to interview any candidate.
After the closing date for receipt of applications, a committee will be convened to review
applications and evaluate them in accordance with the evaluation criteria. Applications from
candidates which do not meet the required selection criteria will not be scored. Only
shortlisted applicants will be contacted. No response will be sent to unsuccessful applicants.
As part of the selection process, finalist candidates may be interviewed either in person or by
telephone at USAID’s discretion. Reference checks will be made only for applicants
considered as finalists. If an applicant does not wish USAID to contact a current employer
for a reference check, this should be stated in the applicant’s cover letter, and USAID will
delay such reference check pending communication with the applicant. Only finalists will be
contacted by USAID with respect to their applications.
IV. PRESENTING AN OFFER
Offerors are requested to submit application package to: AbujaHRAID@state.gov
1. Eligible Offerors are required to complete and submit the offer form DS-174 (Application for
US Federal Employment); or a current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same
information as a DS-174.
Any documentation that supports or addresses the requirements listed above (e.g. transcripts,
degrees, NYSC certificate/exemption etc.).
A type-written and signed application letter specifically applying for this position, and
addressing the minimum requirements as advertised. Please reference the job title and
announcement number on the application letter.
Limit all electronic (e-mail) submission to one entry/email not larger than 5MB. Please
submit attachments in PDF and Word formats, not pictures.
E-mails received without the appropriate subject line and incomplete applications will not be
considered.
2. Offers must be received by the closing date and time specified in Section I, item 3, and
submitted to the Point of Contact in Section IV.
3. To ensure consideration of offers for the intended position, Offerors must prominently
reference the Solicitation number in the offer submission.
V. LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS FOR PSC HIRES
Once the CO) informs the successful Offeror about being selected for a contract award, the CO
will provide the successful Offeror instructions about how to complete and submit the following
forms.
1. Medical History and Examination Form (Department of State Forms)
2. RSO Security Questionnaire
3. BI Guide Questionnaire
4. THOR Enrollment Intake Form
VI. BENEFITS/ALLOWANCES
As a matter of policy, and as appropriate, a PSC is normally authorized the following benefits
and allowances:
1. BENEFITS:
a. Health Insurance
b. Annual Salary Increase (if applicable)
c. Annual and Sick leave
d. Annual Bonus
2. ALLOWANCES (as applicable):
a. Transportation Allowance
b. Meal Allowance
c. Miscellaneous Allowance
d. Housing Allowance
VII. TAXES
The Mission emphasize to its employees of the fact that they are obliged to observe Nigerian
Laws, including those concerning income and related tax obligations. Payment of such taxes
is a matter between the individual employee and the Nigerian Government. In the absence of
a specific international agreement, the U.S. Government will not withhold local taxes from
an employee’s salary.
VIII. USAID REGULATIONS, POLICIES AND CONTRACT CLAUSES PERTAINING
TO PSCs
USAID regulations and policies governing CCN PSC awards are available at these sources:
1. USAID Acquisition Regulation (AIDAR), Appendix J, “Direct USAID Contracts With a
Cooperating Country National and with a Third Country National for Personal Services
Abroad,” including contract clause “General Provisions,” available at
https://www.usaid.gov/sites/default/files/documents/1868/aidar_0.pdf .
2. Acquisition & Assistance Policy Directives/Contract Information Bulletins (AAPDs/CIBs)
for Personal Services Contracts with Individuals available at http://www.usaid.gov/workusaid/aapds-cibs
.
3. Ethical Conduct. By the acceptance of a USAID personal services contract as an individual,
the contractor will be acknowledging receipt of the “Standards of Ethical Conduct for
Employees of the Executive Branch,” available from the U.S. Office of Government Ethics,
in accordance with General Provision 2 and 5 CFR 2635. See

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