Program Specialist, MC-301-4B/4A - Millennium Challenge Corporation

Summary This position is located within the Division of Infrastructure, Environment, and Private Sector (IEPS) in the Department of Compact Operations (DCO), Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC). Although the position is advertised equivalent to GS-12/13, MCC uses a pay banded system to compensate employees. This position is Pay Band 4B/4A which is generally equal to GS-12/13. Responsibilities The incumbent will assist in supporting IEPS Front office in oversight of the compact and threshold portfolio, including assessing status, and systematically tracking key milestones, risks, challenges, and opportunities across all stages of program development and implementation. Works with Division managers to formulate, manage and report on the divisional administrative and due diligence budgets. Organizes regular reviews with the MDs on budget execution and Divisional priorities. Works with relevant managers on the tracking and development of procurement actions in support of program development and implementation and Division goals. Manages requests for information, briefing and communication materials, and formal document reviews and clearance processes. Maintains key documents for the Division and manages the Division's knowledge management protocols, policies and guidance materials. Manages and maintains IEPS-related SharePoint, Teams and external website content in collaboration with Practice Leads, MD, and DVP. Conducts research and analysis on complex issues related to the work of the IEPS team, MCC, and broader foreign assistance topics to augment the Division's knowledge base and to coordinate learning activities. Assists in developing tools and resources for program operations for IEPS, including for project management, budget tracking, staffing and consultant management, and mission planning and reporting. Assists in the planning of workshops and team conferences, including developing agendas, organizing panel members and speakers, and coordinating logistics. Performs other related duties as assigned Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications TTo qualify for Pay Band 4B applicants must meet the following: Have at least one year of specialized experience relevant to the position duties and comparable to the MCC Pay Band 4C (GS-11) or an equivalent level which is directly related to the work of this position, and which has equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. For this position, this experience is defined as: tracking milestones, and preparing reports on international development and assistance programs and operations; developing and managing automated systems used for project management, reporting, and program oversight; conducting research and drafting reports to inform management about ongoing divisional projects; and document and clearance process management, including briefing materials, communication materials, and investment documents. Note: This experience MUST be well documented within your resume or application. To qualify for pay band 4A applicants must meet the following: Have at least one year of specialized experience relevant to the position duties and comparable to the MCC Pay Band 4B (GS-12) or an equivalent level which is directly related to the work of this position, and which has equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. For this position, this experience is defined as: Monitoring and tracking projects, milestones and preparing reports on international development and assistance programs and operations. Developing and managing automated systems used for project management, budget formulation and execution, reporting, and program oversight; Conducting research and analysis and drafting comprehensive reports to inform management about ongoing divisional projects; and Document and clearance process management, including briefing materials, communication materials, and investment documents. Note: This experience MUST be well documented within your resume or application. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit may be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. To receive credit you must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours worked per week. A new hire's direct and overall experience are critical factors in determining a salary offer. It is important that your resume fully reflects all of your directly-related work experience. Salary offers include three key factors: The selectee's directly related experience at the same level as the position. The selectee's overall experience in a particular area. The salaries of employees in similar positions and with similar levels of experience. MCC also takes the selectee's skill set into account. Applicants should note that salary offers seldom fall near the upper end of the salary range listed in the vacancy announcement. Salary may be set from the minimum to the midpoint of the salary range of the pay band. In some instances, based on a selectee's extensive experience directly related to the position, salary may be set at or above the mid-point up to the maximum salary for that pay band. See information on MCC base pay ranges and salary structure (https://www.mcc.gov/careers/compensation/). Education Additional Information RECRUITMENT/RELOCATION BONUS may be authorized for this position. If you are not a current federal employee this position may authorize a one time Recruitment bonus to be paid over a specified period. Selected individual will be required to a sign service agreement prior to receiving any bonus payments. If you are a current federal employee this position may authorize a one time Relocation bonus to be paid over a specified period. Selected individual will be required to a sign service agreement prior to receiving any bonus payments. SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service. Selectee may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience. The position may be filled by reassignment, change to lower level, transfer, appointment, or reinstatement. Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill the position. You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement. Please note that qualification claims will be subject to verification. Your pay will be set within the range specified in this vacancy announcement and will be based on your qualifications, education, experience, training, and availability of funds. If the position is advertised with promotion potential, the selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition. Selection at a lower pay band level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level, nor is the promise of promotion implied. DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE: PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. If your resume/ application does not support your questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s). Your resume must contain sufficiently detailed information upon which to make a qualification determination. Applicants must include their own documented examples of the required experience in their resume. Applicants who copy the duties section of this announcement into their resume as their current experience will be disqualified. Selectee may be required to complete a Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 278) or a Confidential Financial Disclosure Form (OGE 450). You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government contractor issued travel card to be used for official business. Selectee may be required to complete a probationary/trial period.