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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-09-0002
Associate Director / Director (ESA)
SALARY RANGE: 83,000.00 - 137,500.00 USD per yearOPEN PERIOD: Monday, December 29, 2008
to Monday, December 28, 2009
SERIES & GRADE: MC-0301-04/03POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Permanent - No time limit
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 03DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - 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 grant assistance that will support economic growth and poverty reduction in eligible developing countries that demonstrate a commitment to just and democratic governance, economic freedom, and investments in their citizenry. To receive assistance, eligible countries enter into a public agreement (Compact) with the MCC that includes a multi-year plan for achieving shared development objectives, 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. MCC is listed as one of the top ten best places to work in the Federal government by the Office of Personnel Management's 2006 survey.
The Department of Compact Development within MCC is responsible for working with eligible countries to develop compact proposals for funding by MCC. The Department of Compact Implementation within MCC oversees the implementation of projects and activities that have been funded under a Compact with eligible countries. These departments are staffed with technical experts in Infrastructure, Agriculture, Finance and Private Sector Development, Property Rights and Land Tenure, Monitoring and Evaluation, Economic Analysis, Fiscal Accountability (which includes Program, Financial and Procurement Management) and Environmental and Social Assessment.
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=XQRIF.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
See Other Information.
Send Mail to:
MCC
c/o Avue Technologies
1145 Broadway Plaza, Suite 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-09-0002
Associate Director / Director (ESA)
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES :
Ability to communicate environmental and social assessment concepts effectively to MCC staff, stakeholders, and country counterparts, both orally and in writing.
Ability to draft terms of reference for environment and social assessment with affiliated cost estimates, participate in procurement evaluation panels, and/or conduct technical management of contracts.
Knowledge and experience with methodologies for environment and social impact assessment and environmental management and monitoring.
Ability to work collaboratively and effectively within multidisciplinary teams and with domestic and international experts who represent the interests of governmental and non-governmental sectors.
Ability to provide advice and guidance on environmental and social assessment concepts and issues associated with economic development in developing countries.
Experience living and/or working in developing countries.
MINIMUM FEDERAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must have had one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least pay band 4 or 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. Examples are reviewing information and reconciling conflicting data; devising new or modified methods of analyzing findings; or developing new initiatives in one or more program areas.
BASIS OF RATING
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.
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-09-0002
Associate Director / Director (ESA)
Additional Duty Location Info:1 vacancy - Washington, DC
MAJOR DUTIES:
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DUTIES:
Under direction and guidance from the Managing Director, the Director will be assigned responsibilities that include, but are not limited to, the following: Evaluates the risk of potential environmental and social impacts of Compact-funded projects and activities, including biophysical impacts as well as potential social impacts (including participation, gender, indigenous populations, cultural heritage, resettlement, health and safety, and social inclusion). Evaluates the technical adequacy of project-specific analyses such as environmental impact assessments (EIAs), environmental management plans (EMPs), resettlement action plans (RAPs), and gender analyses either directly or by supervising individuals or entities who will conduct the evaluations. Participates as a member of MCC transaction teams to provide advice and counsel during compact development on environmental and social issues related to program design, implementation plans, and monitoring of Compact-funded projects and activities. Negotiates within transaction teams and with country counterparts on program design, work plans, budgets, and oversight mechanisms. Where necessary, assists eligible countries in developing a plan of corrective action for implementing and monitoring social and environmental impacts of Compact-funded projects and activities. Represents MCC to senior U.S. Government officials, representatives of foreign governments, and a variety of other stakeholders, both domestic and international. Writes and reviews terms of reference, developing budgets, timelines and cost estimates, and conducting evaluations for procurement actions. Manages contractors, inter-agency agreements, and other entities to ensure that deliverables and work products are acceptable. Strengthens external partnerships to enhance attention to environmental and social issues. Keeps abreast of current thinking, techniques, and information resources related to environmental and social/gender assessment, particularly in the context of international development.
Highly Desired: - An advanced degree in environmental, social or natural sciences, natural resource management, economics, environmental engineering, planning or a related field. - For the Director position, ten or more years of experience in environmental and social assessment, management and/or monitoring or a related field is preferred. - Spanish, French or Portuguese language skills
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| JOB BENEFITS AND OTHER INFORMATION |
MCC-09-0002
Associate Director / Director (ESA)
BENEFITS:
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OTHER INFORMATION:
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Environmental and Social Assessment (ESA) positions may be located in the Technical Assessment Division in the Department of Compact Development and in the Implementation Technical Support Division in the Department of Compact Implementation. The incumbent of this position will serve as an ESA Director or ESA Associate Director and report to the Managing Director for Technical Assessment or to the Managing Director for Implementation Technical Support. The incumbent will work closely with the Practice Lead for Environmental and Social Assessment and the Practice Lead for Social Assessment and Gender Integration and other Senior Directors. If the incumbent is an Associate Director, the individual will work closely with other relevant ESA Directors.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
This position will remain open until filled.
Applicants are encouraged to apply soon since a Best Qualified List can be drawn at anytime without prior notice. Applications received after a Best Qualified List is drawn will be considered only if needed.
More than one position may be filled from this vacancy announcement.
This position may be filled as an Associate Director or Director based upon the applicant?s qualifications. Your Pay will be set within the range specified in this vacancy announcement and will be based on your qualification, education, experience, training, and availability of funds.
This is a career ladder position. If selected at the Associate Director level, you may be promoted to a 3a without further competition. MCC is not making a commitment and is not obligated to provide future promotions to you if you are selected. Future promotions will be dependent on your ability to perform the duties at the higher level and the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher level.
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background investigation, granting of a federal security clearance, and ability to pass a drug test.
Required overnight travel may be as high as 30% or more. Travel abroad, sometimes on short notice and under pressing conditions to remote areas, is required.
Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
A one-year probationary period is required unless met during prior Federal service. 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.
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.
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.
Entrance on duty is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment security investigation.
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.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
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.
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.
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