Position Summary: The Kenjya-Trusant Group is looking for a Senior Acquisition & Assistance Support Professional to support the USAID Management Bureau Office of Acquisition and Assistance (M/OAA) with services for foreign operations across mission requirements worldwide.  This position will initially provide Acquisition & Assistance (A&A) support to USAID/Ukraine assisting with other infrastructure projects.

Essential Job Functions: 

• Serves as an A&A technical expert offering educational, analytical, and advocacy resources for thorny, complex, or unique procurement related challenges.
• Provides senior level technical guidance & analytical support to USAID Missions on development solutions reflecting strategic priorities.
• Coordinates closely with Mission Offices and Acquisition & Assistance teams (e.g., Contracting Officers and A&A Specialists).
• Works directly with Mission senior leaders and technical and A&A workforce staff on procurement policy, evaluation, innovation, and strategic risk-taking advocacy with Mission and Washington stakeholder.
• Works remotely, but collaboratively as a team member.

• Due to the nature of this position and the information that employees will be required to access, U.S. Citizenship OR Permanent Resident is required.
• Bachelor's Degree (Master's Degree preferred).
• Certification: FAC-C Level 2 (Level 3 preferred).
• Travel: Overseas travel short/long durations with 2 to 4 week travel notice. Must be medically fit for overseas deployment.
• Must have 10 years of experience
  • Candidate has extensive working experience with USAID Missions in A&A.
  • Extensive working experience in planning, developing, and exercising, construction and other infrastructure A&A requirements.
  • Highly skilled in negotiation techniques and handling all procurement actions, including Contract Review Board (CRB) actions, and is an innate team leader and active decision maker, with extensive expertise in managing USAID contracts, overseeing local, regional, and international subcontractors and grantees.
  • Skilled in executing multi-million procurement actions, from the planning to the award stage and has demonstrated experience in conducting training and capacity building of the project staff, beneficiaries, stakeholders on the topics of Contract Administration, Cost Allowability, and IGCEs, among other things.
  • Broad experience working across USAID development portfolios.
  • Extensive knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)/USAID Acquisition Regulation (AIDAR) and uniform administrative requirements for assistance in 2 CFR200.
• Skill in the use of most elements of desktop and cloud-based office productivity software (e.g., word processors, spreadsheets, and presentations) is required.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspective.
• Ability to work with design team (technical office). 
• Ability to work remotely, but collaboratively as a team member.
• Have working language proficiency in the country being supported. (Preferred).

Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. The Kenjya-Trusant Group offers competitive compensation, a flexible benefits package, career development opportunities that reflect its commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. Benefits include, not all inclusive – Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance, Paid Time-Off, Company Paid Holidays, 401K, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities.

The proposed salary range for this position is: $123,000.00 - $143,000.00.

Employment Type: Full-time, Exempt

THE KENJYA-TRUSANT GROUP, LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business that was established in 2015 as a merger between The Kenjya Group, Inc. and Trusant Technologies, LLC. Our mission is to implement, support and protect the nation’s advanced technology systems, business processes and high-technology facilities. Working with the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, the Intelligence Community, state and local governments, and commercial clients, Kenjya-Trusant provides cyber protection, information technology, engineering, construction management and acquisition support services. 

THE KENJYA-TRUSANT GROUP, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. We strive to create a diverse, inclusive and respectful work culture that values all.