Summary

Fogarty International Center (FIC) is seeking a Director for the Division of International Relations (DIR). As Director, you will lead the development and implementation of international scientific and public health initiatives that benefit the global health research community.

Duties

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• Responsible for the coordination of all bilateral and multilateral programs to strengthen external representation and ensure cohesiveness of FIC and NIH activities.
• Coordinate the programming of international activity with other NIH interests.
• Oversee the planning of visits for eminent foreign government representatives to meet with the Director, NIH, IC Directors, and senior scientific staff.
• Represent the FIC and NIH at meetings with foreign government representatives.
• Supervise the staff of program officers, program specialists, and supports employees in the daily administration of the Division's activities.
• Serve as principal foreign policy advisor to the Director, FIC, on matters concerned with NIH international relations.

Qualifications

In order to qualify for the International Health Program Officer GS-601, you must have successfully completed a Bachelor's degree or graduate/higher level degree with major study in an academic field related to the medical field, health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of the position. (This degree must be from an educational program from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained).

In order to qualify for an International Health Program Officer, 0601, at the GS-15 level, you must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 level in the Federal Government. performing the following types of tasks: 1.) organizing and coordinating international scientific research activities for an organization; 2.) Identifying and assessing biomedical and scientific factors that significantly impact global public health and research activities; 3.) providing strategic leadership and coordination of international scientific collaborations, global health research partnerships, and international engagement activities that advance organizational priorities; 4.) advising senior management on the political, economic, and cultural dynamics of a region/country and their effect on scientific research programs and activities; 5.) recommending and implementing long-term strategic priorities for international scientific research programs.

You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay.

Do not copy and paste the duties or specialized experience from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer.

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Education

This position has an education requirement. You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts (or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed and grades). Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Click here for information on Foreign Education.

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• This position is designated as a "non-emergency/teleworker" position and the selected candidate will be considered a "non-emergency/teleworker" employee. In the event of a closure, you must be available to telework or request leave.
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• If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: (https://appsupport-usastaffing.opm.gov/hc/en-us/sections/45063131363475-Reasonable-Accommodation-Information)
• At the supervisor's discretion, this position may offer work schedule flexibilities: telework compressed schedules, flexible schedules.
• A one-year supervisory trial/probationary period may be required upon selection/ placement.
• If selected, you will be required to file an Executive Branch Personnel Financial Disclosure Report (OGE-278e and OGE-278-T) in accordance with the Ethics in Government Act of 1978. This report is required prior to employment and on a periodic basis during employment. For information, visit the NIH Ethics website: https://ethics.od.nih.gov/fd.
• If selected, you will be tested for illegal drug use; and during employment you will be subject to random, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident drug testing. Employment is contingent on a negative drug test result.
• Veterans' Preference only applies to Schedule A (disability appointment), HHS Reemployment Priority List (RPL) Eligibles, HHS Priority Reemployment List (PRL) Eligibles, and Veterans Recruitment Appointments (if applicable).

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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