FSL-01 Program Officer (Communications Team Lead), Strategy and Program Office, Bureau for Latin America and Caribbean

Agency: U.S. Agency for International Development
Organization: Bureau for Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), Strategy and Program Office (SPO)
Location of Position: Washington DC
Telework/Remote Eligibility: Telework four days per pay period (two days per week). The position is not remote eligible.
Open Period: July 19, 2024 -August 2, 2024
Appointment Type: This is an excepted service, time-limited appointment that is not-to-exceed five (5) years with the potential for two two-year extensions.
Salary: $163,964-$191,900 per year
Number of Vacancies: one

Description of Organization: LAC/SPO provides strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation expertise, communications and outreach guidance, and budget development and oversight for the LAC Bureau and its Missions and Washington-based Operating Units. LAC/SPO supports the development and management of activities for regional and non-presence programs, and provides donor coordination and external relations with general public, constituency groups, Congress, and other U.S. Government entities when issues are not country specific or relate to technical subjects. LAC/SPO leads the preparation of the Bureau’s budget submission and the Congressional presentation; plans, manages, and controls the Bureau budget allocation system for Development Assistance (DA), Economic Support Fund (ESF), and Title II food accounts; and supervises analytical and technical inputs and review of the LAC programs.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: All LAC employees are measured on how they foster a climate of respect in interactions with others, value differing perspectives, and treat others in a fair, equitable, and culturally sensitive manner. All employees are expected to adhere to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and value diversity and inclusion in performing everyday duties and responsibilities.

Description of Position: Please see Attachment

Qualifications:

• Must be a U.S. citizen;
• Relevant academic, professional, and technical experience in the area of public relations and communications, international relations, or related field;
• Minimum seven years of experience working in public relations and/or communications, including demonstrated political acumen handling high profile engagements and politically sensitive topics;
• Strong writing skills, including experience drafting speeches, fact sheets, presentations and other public documents;
• Experience managing social media; and
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret-level security clearance.
• Experience in the Latin America and Caribbean region is preferred.
• Spanish/French language skills are desirable.

Interested candidates must submit the following:

• Resume/CV and a Cover Letter responsive to the qualifications and job duties and responsibilities;
• Four references with contact information, at least three of which are professional references;
• If already obtained, evidence of security clearance level; and
• A DD214 and any other veteran status documentation if applicable

Please submit your application package to Caroline Brearley ([email protected]) and Erin Means ([email protected]) with the subject line:
“LAC/SPO,FSL-01,CommsTeamLead – Your Name Here.” Application submissions are required by 11:59 p.m. EDT, August 2, 2024.. Packages not submitted by the deadline with the specified subject line—or incomplete packages—will not receive consideration. This notice may be used to fill additional vacancies, as the workforce needs of the Bureau may change.

USAID Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Commitment

USAID envisions a world where all individuals are valued, have equitable access to opportunities, and are included, respected, and safe in their societies. USAID embraces diversity as outlined in USAID’s EEO Statement. We seek to elevate and include the voices of the USAID workforce, recognizing and valuing the unique contributions of all stakeholders. USAID also strives to improve equity for underrepresented communities that have historically been denied fair and just treatment and improve accessibility in all facets at USAID.

Additional resources include:

• EEO Policy Statement
• Reasonable Accommodations
• Foreign Service Salaries – Careers (state.gov.)
• Healthcare & Insurance – OPM.gov

Any questions concerning this notice may be directed to:

— Kris Vasquez, [email protected]
or
— Caroline Brearley, [email protected]