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Millennium Challenge Corporation |
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Washington, DC
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| JOB DESCRIPTION |
Millennium Challenge Corporation
Sub Agency: MCC
Job Announcement Number:
MCC-09-0032
Director, Fiscal Accountability
SALARY RANGE: 115,000.00 - 150,000.00 USD per yearOPEN PERIOD: Tuesday, March 24, 2009
to Tuesday, March 23, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: MC-0501-03/03POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Permanent - No time limit
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 03DUTY LOCATIONS: vacancy(s) in one of the following locations: 2 vacancies - Washington, DC
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: US citizens - Open to All Sources
JOB SUMMARY:
The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) is a U.S. Government corporation whose mission is to provide assistance that will support economic growth and poverty reduction in carefully selected developing countries that demonstrate a commitment to just and democratic governance, economic freedom, and investments in their citizenry. MCC is listed as one of the top ten best places to work in the federal government by the Office of Personnel Management?s survey. To receive assistance, eligible countries are required to enter into a public agreement (Compact) with the MCC that includes a multi-year plan for achieving shared development objects and the responsibilities of each country in achieving those objectives, regular benchmarks to measure progress, a multi-year financial plan, and a plan to ensure fiscal accountability for the use of MCA assistance. The Accountability group within MCC assists in assessing and evaluating proposed projects and activities that may be funded under a Compact with eligible countries and in monitoring and assessing subsequent implementation.
Applications for this position are being processed through an on-line applicant assessment system that has been specifically configured for Millennium Challenge Corporation applicants. Even if you have already developed a resume in USAJOBS, you will need to access this on-line system to complete the application process. To obtain information about this position and TO APPLY, please click on http://www.avuecentral.com/vacancy.html?ref=XPMLR.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
See Other Information.
Send Mail to:
MCC
c/o Help Desk
1145 Broadway Plaza #800
Tacoma, Washington 98402
US
Fax: 253 573-9869
For questions about this job:
Help Desk
Phone: 800-407-0147
Fax: 253 573-9869
Email: www.avuedigitalservices.com/mcc/applicant.html
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| JOB REQUIREMENTS |
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MCC-09-0032
Director, Fiscal Accountability
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES :
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively in multidisciplinary teams, and with staff of other USG, counterpart country institutions, multi-lateral development banks, and/or other international donor organizations and stakeholders.
Experience living and/or working in developing countries.
HIGHLY DESIRABLE:
An advanced degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration.
Relevant professional designations or certifications such as CPA, CFE, PMP, etc.
Working knowledge of the languares used in eligible countries, especially French, Spanish and/or Portugese.
MINIMUM FEDERAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifying experience for Pay Band 03 includes one year of specialized experience comparable to the GS-13 or an equivalent level, which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.
Specialized experience is:
Experience working with domestic or international governmental financial management systems.
Experience evaluating domestic or international governmental financial management systems.
Experience in developing domestic or international governmental financial management policies and procedures.
BASIS OF RATING: You will be rated based on your qualifications for this position as evidenced by the education, experience, and training you report relative to this position which show the degree to which you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed on this vacancy announcement.
The MCC does not recognize academic degrees from schools that are not accredited. To determine whether your college or university is accredited, visit: www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html. Any applicant falsely claiming an academic degree from an accredited school will be subject to actions ranging from disqualification from federal employment to removal from federal service.
Candidates who meet the basic qualification requirements for this vacancy will be rated according to Category Rating Procedures. This means that candidates will be assigned to a pre-defined quality category based on their application and veteran preference. Generally, only candidates in the top quality category will be referred to the hiring manager.
Individuals with veteran's preference will be placed ahead of other applicants within each rating category. Preference-eligible veterans who have at least a 10 percent compensable service-connected disability, and who have met the basic qualification requirements, will be placed ahead of other applicants in the highest category for all but professional and scientific positions at the GS-09 or equivalent and above. For this type of position veterans will be placed ahead of other applicants in the category to which they are assigned based upon rating of their application.
There may be two or three quality categories: If three, they will be Highly Qualified, Well Qualified and Qualified. If two, they will be Highly Qualified and Qualified.
Candidates who meet the basic qualification requirements for this vacancy will be rated according to Category Rating Procedures. This means that candidates will be assigned to a pre-defined quality category based on their application and veteran preference. Generally, only candidates in the top quality category will be referred to the hiring manager.
Individuals with veteran's preference will be placed ahead of other applicants within each rating category. Preference-eligible veterans who have at least a 10 percent compensable service-connected disability, and who have met the basic qualification requirements, will be placed ahead of other applicants in the highest category for all but professional and scientific positions at the GS-09 or equivalent and above. For this type of position veterans will be placed ahead of other applicants in the category to which they are assigned based upon rating of their application.
There may be two or three quality categories: If three, they will be Highly Qualified, Well Qualified and Qualified. If two, they will be Highly Qualified and Qualified.
SCREEN OUT ELEMENT(S):
Demonstrated ability to analyze the effectiveness of financial management systems.
Knowledge of domestic or international governmental or international organization financial management systems and auditing practices.
See Other Information for further requirements.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
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You will be rated based on your qualifications for this position as evidenced by the education, experience and training you report relative to this position which shows that you possess the knowledges, skills and abilities required. Paid or unpaid experience will be considered.
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| JOB RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES, TASKS |
MCC-09-0032
Director, Fiscal Accountability
Additional Duty Location Info:2 vacancies - Washington, DC
MAJOR DUTIES:
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DUTIES:
The Director will undertake responsibilities that include, but are not limited to, the following:
Development Functions: Evaluating the adequacy of financial management systems proposed in grant proposals, either directly or by supervising individual or entities who will conduct such evaluation. Evaluating any grant proposal or project components that involve the improvement and reform of government financial management systems. Where necessary, assisting eligible countries in developing alternative financial management systems. Supporting the eligible country s implementation entity (the Accountable Entity) in establishing the financial management structure needed to implement the compact.
Implementation Functions: Developing and implementing systems and procedures to monitor the effectiveness of and compliance with the financial management requirements during the implementation phase of the grant. Representing Fiscal Accountability on financial management and fiduciary issues to provide advice and counsel during Compact development and implementation in financial management issues related to program design, implementation, and monitoring of proposed Compacts. Organizing and overseeing financial audits of MCC-funded projects and activities.
General Functions: Developing financial management policy guidance for MCC and counterpart staff. Making public presentations on Compact financial management policies and practices to a variety of stakeholders, both domestic and international. Writing and reviewing terms of reference, developing budgets, and participating in technical evaluations for contracting and other actions. Ensuring that reasonable measures to prevent fraudulent and corrupt practices in the use of grant resources are implemented by Accountable Entities.
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| JOB BENEFITS AND OTHER INFORMATION |
MCC-09-0032
Director, Fiscal Accountability
BENEFITS:
See Other Information.
OTHER INFORMATION:
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The incumbent will be primarily responsible for ensuring that financial management systems and organizational structures are in place to manage grant resources provided by the MCC through grant mechanisms to eligible countries and monitoring compliance with the financial management requirements during the implementation of the Compact. The functional areas cover: Budgeting; Forecasting of Obligations and Cash Requirements; Cash Management and Funds Control; Payments Operations; Accounting; Auditing; Reconciliation Procedures and Reporting; Automated Budgeting and Accounting Systems; Procedures and Control Systems, Fraud and Corruption Prevention, Asset Management, and Banking. The incumbent of this position will serve as a Fiscal Accountability Director in either the Department of Compact Development or the Department of Compact Implementation, reporting to the respective Managing Director.
One or more vacancies may be filled from this vacancy announcement.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
Applicants are encouraged to apply soon as a Best Qualified List can be drawn at any time without prior notice.
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background investigation, granting of a federal security clearance, and ability to pass a drug test.
International travel sometimes on short notice and under pressing conditions to remote areas is required and may be as high as 30%.
Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement.
This appointment requires completion of a one-year probationary period. During this time period, employee's conduct and performance will be monitored in order to determine if employee will be retained.
Relocation expenses will not be authorized.
Recruitment incentives may be authorized.
The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee?s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
This announcement is being used to consider internal Merit Promotion and external candidates. You will be considered under all categories for which you are eligible.
HOW TO APPLY: The primary method of applying for this vacancy is online via the Internet at www.mccjobs.us. If you do not have access to the Internet, you are strongly encouraged to visit your library, state employment commission, or a commercial establishment that provides Internet access to apply online. If you are unable to apply online, you may call the contact phone number listed on this announcement to obtain a copy of the vacancy announcement, applicant qualification form (Form No. F-15566-AVUE), and instructions for completing the form. No other form of application will be accepted.
You must submit your application so that it is received by the closing date of the announcement.
The MCC does not recognize academic degrees from schools that are not accredited. A check as to whether any academic degree you have achieved was obtained from an accredited college or university will be conducted as part of the on-line application process. Any applicant falsely claiming an academic degree from an accredited school will be subject to actions ranging from disqualification from federal employment to removal from federal service.
Applicants submitting proof documents can electronically attach them, or scan and attach them, to the employment application. If this is not possible, copies of documents can be faxed to 253-573-9869, or mailed to the following address: MCC, c/o Avue Technologies Corporation, ATTN: Direct Services, 1145 Broadway Plaza, Suite 800, Tacoma, WA 98402. All faxed or mailed proof documents must be identified with applicant's name and vacancy announcement number.
Applications and supporting documents must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
Applicants must meet all of the general qualification requirements listed in order to receive consideration for this position. Also, demonstration of work supporting the general qualifications and KSAs MUST be documented and reflected in your work history within the body of your profile. Reference to an attached resume does not fulfill this requirement. Failure to provide this information will result in the application not being given consideration for the position.
Status applicants must submit a copy of their most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, which verifies status.
All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, age, sex, sexual orientation, handicapping condition, membership in an employee organization, or any other non-merit factors.
The Millennium Challenge Corporation provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the corporation. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
BENEFITS: MCC offers a wide array of benefits to its employees. Your type of appointment determines the benefits for which you are eligible.
MCC participates in the WMATA SmartBenefits Program. Employees are provided with a tax-free or pre-tax transit benefit up to $110 per month and a Metro parking lot benefit of $90 per month to cover the cost of parking at metro station lots.
Health Insurance - As a MCC employee, you may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, which offers over 100 optional plans. MCC pays a portion of your premiums. Your portion is paid with pre-tax dollars.
Life Insurance - The Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance Program (FEGLI) offers numerous life insurance options covering employees and dependents.
Flexible Spending Accounts - the Federal Flexible spending Accounts program (FSAFeds) allows you to pay for certain health and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Retirement Program - New employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). FERS is a three-tiered retirement plan. The three tiers are: Social Security Benefits, Basic Benefits Plan, and Thrift Savings Plan. If you are transferring from another agency and covered by Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS), you may continue in this program.
The Federal leave program offers exceptional time off benefits, including annual leave, sick leave, a leave share program and ten (10) paid holidays per year.
Other benefits include convenient location to metro, eligibility to join State Department Federal Credit Union, and free use of an on-site gym and locker room with shower facility.
As a condition of employment, all male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must have registered for the selective service. If selected for this position, the applicant must sign a statement certifying his registration, or the applicant must demonstrate exempt status under the Selective Service Law.
DIRECT DEPOSIT: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.
The Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) gives veterans access to job vacancies that might otherwise be closed to them. The law allows eligible veterans to compete for vacancies advertised under an agency's promotion procedures when the agency is seeking applications from outside of its own workforce.
Generally, preference is granted to veterans who entered military service prior to October 14, 1976; or served on active duty during the period from August 2, 1990, through January 2, 1992, and who are otherwise eligible; or who have served in a military action for which they received a Campaign Badge or Expeditionary Medal. This includes the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (AFEM) awarded to those who participated in Operation Joint Endeavor or Operation Joint Guard. Also, you may be entitled to veterans' preference if you are a disabled veteran; you have received a Purple Heart; you are the spouse or mother of a disabled veteran; or you are the widow, widower, or mother of a deceased veteran. You will need to submit a Standard Form (SF) 15 and proof of your claim.
If you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, or you are applying for consideration under the Veteran Employment Opportunity Act or Veteran Readjustment Authority, attach a copy of your DD-214 "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty" or other proof of eligibility. If you are applying for consideration under the 30% or more Disabled Veteran Authority, you must attach a SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form.
If you are an eligible Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) applicant you may apply for special selection over other applicants for this position. Individuals who have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) must be well qualified for the position. To be well qualified, applicants must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position. CTAP/ICTAP eligibles must submit one of the following as proof of eligibility for the special selection priority: a separation notice; a "Notice of Personnel Action" (SF-50) documenting separation; an agency certification that you cannot be placed after injury compensation has been terminated; an OPM notification that your disability annuity has been terminated; OR a Military Department or National Guard Bureau notification that you are retired under 5 U.S.C. 8337(h) or 8456.
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