PROGRAM MANAGER (INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS)

Summary

This position may be filled using Direct Hire Authority: Z5CAV/Direct-Hire Authority (Certain DoD Personnel) PL 118-31, Sec 125OB (i)(2), 12/22/2023. This position is being filled under the memorandum from the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (USD(P&R)) "Expansion of Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense," dated August 12,2024.

This position is part of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency,

Duties

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As a PROGRAM MANAGER (INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS) at the GS-0340-14 some of your typical work assignments may include:

• Lead the assessment, planning, development, and execution of complex, multi-million dollar international security cooperation and non-proliferation programs. You will be directly responsible for managing the cost, schedule, and technical performance of these programs from initiation through closeout, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and national policy.
• Serve as the primary authority on program acquisition and contract management. This includes developing acquisition strategies, defining technical requirements, and acting as the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), providing rigorous oversight of contractor performance to ensure all contractual obligations and program goals are met.
• Represent the organization and lead engagements with a diverse range of high-level stakeholders. This includes negotiating with foreign government officials, liaising with U.S. interagency partners, and coordinating with Combatant Commands (CCMDs) to build consensus, deconflict activities, and ensure seamless program integration.
• Provide expert analysis and strategic advice to senior leadership on program effectiveness, resource allocation, and long-range planning. You will be responsible for assessing the impact of geopolitical events and policy changes on program objectives and proactively recommending courses of action to maintain strategic relevance and success.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Occasional Travel-Travel in the performance of temporary assignments may be required up to 25% of duty time (CONUS/OCONUS). The employee must be willing to comply with each Combatant Command (COCOM) travel medical requirement to include vaccinations.
• Work Schedule: Full-time
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• Recruitment Incentives: May be authorized based on funding approval
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Required
• Telework Eligibility: In-person position at Fort Belvoir, VA and may be eligible for limited, situational telework subject to supervisory approval and not to exceed current Agency guidelines and is not eligible for remote telework.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance.
• Valid Passport Required.
• Must consent to and pass pre-employment drug testing and be subject to periodic random drug testing thereafter.
• This is an Acquisition Workforce position in Program Management Functional Area. The incumbent will be required to become certified in the Practitioner tier within 5 years and,
• the incumbent is required to acquire a minimum of 40 continuous learning points (CLPs) every fiscal year as a goal and 80 CLPs being mandatory within 2 years.
• This position may require the use of personal protective equipment including chemical protective gear, mask or other respiratory protection. Respiratory protection will include a medical exam to qualify on use and wear IAW 29 CFR 1910.134.
• This position may require the incumbent to be exposed to ionizing radiation. Radiation monitoring may be required IAW DoDI 6055.08 Occupational Ionizing Radiation Protection Program to ensure compliance.
• Incumbent is required to submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Form, OGE 450, within 30 days of entering the position, annually, upon termination of employment in accordance with DoD Directive 5500.7-R, Joint Ethics Regulation, August 30, 1993.

Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS-14 , if you fulfill the following qualifications:

A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service as listed below:

• Managing complex, technical programs, portfolios, or projects from initiation through execution, including developing project implementation plans, establishing milestone schedules, setting budget baselines, and tracking cost, schedule, and performance metrics to achieve strategic goals.
• Serving as a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), technical monitor, or contract manager responsible for tracking contractor performance against statements of work (SOW), approving deliverables and milestones, managing inter-organizational funding orders, and recommending contract modifications or financial adjustments.
• Developing technical specifications and procurement requirements, and participating in technical evaluation panels or source selection boards to review, score, negotiate, and recommend vendor proposals for the award of contracts or task orders.
• Serving in a lead or senior role guiding cross-functional teams consisting of technical experts, administrative personnel, and external contractors to execute organizational initiatives, resolve complex delivery challenges, and achieve project objectives.
• Establishing and maintaining collaborative working relationships across multi-agency, corporate, or international stakeholders, including conducting official overseas meetings, briefings, or negotiations with senior foreign government officials, international bodies, or partner organizations on new or ongoing technical initiatives.

(EXPERIENCE MUST BE CLEARLY DEMONSTRATED IN YOUR RESUME)

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Additional information

• ACQUISITION POSITION: This position requires a Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Program Management Functional Area, Practitioner level. Certification prior to hiring is not essential but must be accomplished within 60 months after entry into this position. For information regarding the DAWIA Back to Basics please visit: Home (dau.edu) or Back to Basics - Helpful Resources (dau.edu)

RE-EMPLOYED ANNUITANT: This position DOES NOT meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/140025_vol300.PDF?ver=LQ7feWw-8-5DI2tceUpmgA%3d%3d

All applicants must meet qualifications and eligibility criteria by the closing date of the announcement.

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.

Benefits

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