Combine Solicitation – Capacity Building Advisor to Afghan Ministry of Counternarcotic (MCN)
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Notice Type: Combine Solicitation
Posted Date:
Office Address:
Subject: Capacity Building Advisor to
Classification Code: R - Professional, administrative, and management support services
Solicitation Number: PSC-15-002-
Contact:
Setaside: N/AN/A
Place of Performance Country: AF
Description:
Grants, Acquisitions, Procurement and Policy Division (
You have received this "Personal Services Contractor" (PSC) solicitation through the
Issuance Date: 10/03//2014 Closing Date:
SUBJECT A solicitation for a Personal Services Contractor (PSC),
The
HOW TO APPLY Offeror's proposals shall be in accordance with the requirements stated in this solicitation at the place and time specified. A proposal will be determined non-responsive and ineligible for consideration unless all required documents and information are included in the submission. Offerors shall ensure their resume demonstrates their possession of the minimum qualifications outlined in this Solicitation, as well as their ability to fulfill all required duties.
Proposals must include the following: 1) Form OF-612 (Completed and signed) 2) Resume 3) Three letters of reference or three references, including contact information
Submit all proposals via e-mail to the attention of:
Direct questions regarding this solicitation to:
1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-15-002-
GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONTRACTOR:
PURPOSE The Capacity Building Advisor to the MCN is treated as a member of the core staff of the MCN. The Capacity Building Advisor will work directly with one or more of the seven Policy and Coordination Divisions at the MCN in
RELATIONSHIP The Advisor will directly report to the Director of the INL Section at U.S. Embassy
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
* Serve as the lead capacity building advisor at MCN, providing oversight and management of all
* Provide training, mentoring and technical support to
* Assist MCN in strategic planning and implementing Afghan Government CN policy, with a special focus on improving efficiency and effectiveness of U.S. supported programs, including (but not limited to) Good Performers Initiative (GPI), Alternative Livelihoods, Drug Demand Reduction, Law Enforcement, and Interdiction.
* Provide training, mentoring and technical support to
* Support and help advance the
* Serve as a continuous link between MCN and the INL Section of U.S. Embassy
* Build and maintain open lines of communication with Afghan, U.S. and international stakeholders on CN programs, including stakeholders from USAID and other
* Identify opportunities for assistance and collaboration, including opportunities to integrate counternarcotic elements into existing development, rule of law, or other CN-related projects.
* Draft reports and cables as directed by the U.S. Embassy-
* Work effectively under pressure, within short time constraints, and during times of rapidly developing events.
* Inform INL of new developments in the portfolio and consult with
* Produce a brief written weekly report on status of programs, activities, and initiatives to be disseminated via email to designated points of contact at INL Kabul, and
COMPLEXITY The Advisor will develop tailored plans, goals, and objectives for the long-range implementation and administration of MCN policies and programs. Assessing the current capacity of MCN, the Advisor will provide training, mentoring and technical support on government administration and finance functions. Coordinating plans with various other groups including international donors, the U.S. military and the Government of
Operating within the country strategy, the Advisor will have ongoing opportunity to develop and assess new ideas and approaches that affect the MCN functions. The Advisor shall absorb and understand a large volume of detailed information on policies and procedures for multiple disciplines and how that will affect MCN capacity. The Advisor shall be flexible in shifting priorities and anticipate infrastructure needs.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS In
SCOPE AND EFFECTIVENESS The Advisor performs a broad range of tasks related to organizational control plan, process development, implementation and direction of a management control program encompassing the Bureau's international counter narcotics and law enforcement operations.
PERSONAL contactS The Advisor will interface primarily with mid and high-level officers inside the
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
* U.S. citizenship, able to obtain/maintain a State Department Secret security clearance and medical clearance.
* A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferable in the areas of International Affairs, International Development, Law Enforcement/Criminal Justice, Political Science or
* Demonstrated oral and written English communication skills and interpersonal skills.
* Complete the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) distance-learning course through
* Proven ability to complete Distance Learning (DL) FSI Introduction to Working in an Embassy (PN113) courses within six (6) months of assignment successfully. * Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based capacity building and training models, and demonstrated familiarity with internationally recognized best practices in capacity building. Preferred Qualifications * International experience in
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Factor 1 Program Management (20 points) Demonstrated experience in program management, especially in international programs that may include foreign government entities, non-governmental, and international organizations to include experience involving analytical, planning, management, advisory, operational, or evaluative duties.
Factor 2 Subject Matter Expertise (20 points) Demonstrated ability to provide capacity building and development expertise. Ability to liaise with members of relevant USG agencies, host nation representatives, and the international community in developing and coordinating CN programs
Factor 3 Written Communication (20 points) Demonstrated independent experience in preparing and writing reports, audits, memoranda, etc. in a subject area related to the duties of the position to include reports and decision papers requiring independent analysis and having a significant impact in the program area on an international level.
Factor 4 International Experience (20 points) Demonstrated experience managing programs in foreign, post-conflict environments to include ability to live, work, and travel in difficult conditions with limited support programs in a complex and fluid environment, and show good judgment in challenging security situations.
Factor 5 Past Performance (20 points) Evaluation of applicant's ability to perform under the same or similar contracts. (In conducting the evaluation, the Government reserves the right to utilize all evaluation information available at the time of evaluation, whether provided by the applicant or obtained from other sources.)
Pre-Award Ethical Responsibilities of PSC (
VETERAN'S PREFERANCE Veteran's Preference is not applicable to this position.
COMPENSATION For award,
BENEFITS & ALLOWANCES
AS A MATTER OF POLICY, INL NORMALLY AUTHORIZES THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS AND ALLOWANCES
BENEFITS - IF APPLICABLE * Employee's FICA Contribution * Contribution toward Health and Life Insurance * Pay Comparability Adjustment * Annual Increase * Eligibility for Worker's Compensation * Annual & Sick Leave * 401K Plan
ALLOWANCES - IF APPLICABLE * Temporary Quarters Subsistence Allowance * Living Quarters Allowance * Post Allowance * Supplemental Post Allowance * Separate Maintenance Allowance * Education Allowance *
Link/URL: https://www.fbo.gov/spg/State/INL/INL-RM-MS/PSC-15-002-INL/listing.html
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