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Millennium Challenge Corporation |
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| JOB DESCRIPTION |
Millennium Challenge Corporation
Sub Agency: MCC
Job Announcement Number:
MCC-09-0091
Associate Director / Director (Infrastructure)
SALARY RANGE: 83,000.00 - 150,000.00 USD per yearOPEN PERIOD: Thursday, January 08, 2009
to Thursday, January 07, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: MC-0301-03/03POSITION 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 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. 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 objectives and the responsibilities of each country in achieving those objectives, regular benchmarks to measure progress, multi-year financial plan, and a plan to ensure fiscal accountability for the use of MCA assistance. The Department of Compact Development manages MCC's relationship with eligible countries and maintains continuous contact with countries for compact development and preparation for implementation. The Department also works closely with MCC staff from other departments as relevant. MCC is rated as one of the top ten places to work in the Federal government by Office of Personnel Management survey.
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=VWCVX.
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-09-0091
Associate Director / Director (Infrastructure)
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES :
Ability to work effectively as a member of a team with staff from other international, USG, and host country institutions, and leadership experience within such teams.
Ability to brief high-level U.S. and foreign government officials on critical technical matters and to explain complex issues clearly and concisely.
Ability to provide advice and guidance on infrastructure issues affiliated with long-term international development programs.
Demonstrated ability to develop terms of reference for engineering feasibility studies and final design work, and oversight of consultants executing such work.
Hands-on experience in construction management, preferably in a developing country environment.
Ability to work independently and to assume new and increasingly challenging tasks.
MINIMUM FEDERAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Pay Band 3 (equivalent to GS-14/15)
Applicants must have had one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least pay band 4 or GS-13, 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 providing expert analysis and advice on complex infrastructure issues; managing special projects for major infrastructure issues of broad impact; or managing special cross cutting initiatives or infrastructure task force groups to accomplish programmatic goals.
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.
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):
Experience working overseas in a development related field.
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-09-0091
Associate Director / Director (Infrastructure)
Additional Duty Location Info:1 vacancy - Washington, DC
MAJOR DUTIES:
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DUTIES:
Performs a variety of technical and project management assignments related to the development of projects within a Compact in the areas of infrastructure design; engineering; financial analysis on the proposed projects; cost estimation of civil works, equipment and goods; aspects of procurement of works; durability of proposed infrastructure; and sustainability, including institutional development, regulation, environmental and financial sustainability activities. Works simultaneously as the lead specialist on several countries and on several projects within various subsectors, including but not limited to transport, water supply, large scale irrigation, power, industrial facilities; and serves as a backup to other Infrastructure Directors or Associate Directors in headquarters on projects in other Compact eligible countries. Makes assessment on: (i) feasibility of proposed projects; (ii) appropriateness of design; (iii) engineering standards to be adopted; (iv) technical and engineering alternatives; (v) project cost estimates and methodology adopted for cost estimation; (vi) compliance with MCC s technical standards requirements; (vii) project preparation requirements; (viii) implementability; (ix) project risks; (x) financial impact; (xi) institutional aspects, including operations and maintenance; (xii) other sustainability issues, such as regulatory framework; and (xiii) and sector policy issues relating to the performance of the proposed projects.
Analyzes and makes recommendations on issues related to private participation in infrastructure (PPI), including both the enabling environment (legal, institutional, and regulatory matters) and commercial/financial structuring, and conducts financial modeling; project development; and risk identification, allocation, and mitigation particularly insofar as it relates to structured financings. Manages the preparation and execution of all project development activities relating to infrastructure projects, including feasibility studies, geotechnical surveys, preliminary engineering designs, detailed engineering designs, technical annexes of the bid documents, structuring of project management and supervision of construction. Contributes to the continuous improvement and refinement of operational procedures, and technical guidelines. Drafts infrastructure sections of corporate documents such as Concept Paper Assessment Memorandum, Investment Memorandum and Compact. Develops comprehensive reports and a wide range of other written materials (e.g., terms of reference, independent government cost estimates and other procurement documentation, including evaluations and management of contractor billings, etc.). Coordinates and/or provides recommendations on Congressional notifications and responses, internal Compact progress reports, audit requests, and other relevant documents. May be required to participate on Technical Evaluation Panels in specific areas of expertise during procurement processes. Consults with all levels of management, other federal agencies, and international development stakeholders. Works closely with the relevant Director, Infrastructure to ensure that adherence to proper technical requirements are met. Communicates and coordinates with counterparts in the agency. Under the guidance of the relevant Director, Infrastructure, communicates corporate and technical guidance on various issues relating to infrastructure project development to host country representatives. Prepares background materials, technical analyses, and recommendations for senior management s use at meetings, external events, and other forums. Trains and mentors Program Officers; and May serve as a Contracting Officer s Technical Representative (COTR) or Project Monitor, and performs appropriate COTR or Project Monitor functions for individual consultants or firms. Highly Desired At the Associate Director level, at least five years of relevant experience is preferred. At the Director level, at least seven to ten years of experience is preferred. Both education and professional experience in civil engineering. Experience in developing countries and with agriculture-related infrastructure such as irrigation and rural roads. Ability to communicate effectively in one or more of the following languages: French, Spanish, or Portuguese. Ability to provide advice and guidance on infrastructure projects, including review of feasibility, design and construction documents (drawings, tender documents, bills of quantities, etc.), project delivery methods, sustainability considerations, etc. Knowledge of issues related to private participation in infrastructure (PPI), including both the enabling environment (legal, institutional, and regulatory matters) as well as commercial/financial structuring. Skills in financial modeling; project development; and risk identification, allocation, and mitigation particularly insofar as it relates to structured financings. Experience involving various forms of PPI-related modalities, including performance-based service and management contracts, output-based aid, leases/affermage, and concessions.
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| JOB BENEFITS AND OTHER INFORMATION |
MCC-09-0091
Associate Director / Director (Infrastructure)
BENEFITS:
See Other Information.
OTHER INFORMATION:
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This position is with the Infrastructure Team within the Department of Compact Development. The incumbent will serve as an Associate Director or Director (depending on experience) for Infrastructure, works with guidance from the department?s Senior Director for Infrastructure, and reports to the Managing Director for Technical Assessments. The incumbent will be responsible for assisting MCC eligible countries to develop large-scale infrastructure projects and associated activities, as well as managing related engineering feasibility and design contracts. The incumbent is expected to place strong emphasis on technical analysis and project development.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
More than one position may be filled from this vacancy announcement.
This position will remain open until filled.
Applicants are encouraged to apply soon since a Best Qualified List can be drawn at any time without prior notice. Applications received after a Best Qualified List is drawn will be considered only if needed.
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 pay band 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 pay band and the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher pay band.
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background investigation, granting of a federal security clearance, and ability to pass a drug test.
Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.
Must be available for extensive overseas travel (about 30%), sometimes on short notice and to remote areas.
A one year probationary period is required unless met during prior Federal service. 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.
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.
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 meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
You can apply for a non-competitive appointment if you meet the basic eligibility requirements and you are eligible for special appointment such as those authorized for the severely disabled; veterans with service-connected disabilities of 30 percent or more; returned volunteers from the Peace Corps or Vista, etc. Appropriate documentation to support this claim for eligibility will be required. Please indicate the type of special appointment you are seeking, if any, on your application and follow all other instructions for applying shown in 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.
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