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(TOPS) Senior Policy Advisor (USAID Support)
Remote, . · AdministrativePosition Summary: The Kenjya-Trusant Group, LLC is supporting the USAID Management Bureau Office of Acquisition and Assistance (M/OAA) with services for foreign operations. The Senior Advisor(s) will work directly with the M/OAA Policy Division which operates under the strategic leadership of the Deputy Director for Accountability, Compliance, Transparency and Systems Support (M/OAA/ACTS). The Senior Advisor(s) will provide research, analytical, and technical services to assist in the formulation and implementation of solutions which reduce regulatory barriers and overly burdensome requirements in Acquisition and Assistance regulations, policy and procedures, in support of USAID goals for localization and streamlining.
Essential Job Functions:
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: $160,000 - $180,000.
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.
Essential Job Functions:
- Formulate and justify new statutory and regulatory initiatives to address barriers to local partnerships and resolve critical acquisition and assistance process problems;
- Draft expert responses to Congressional correspondence on complex and controversial issues, drafts, testimony and presentations designed to obtain USAID goals and objectives in the A&A functional area of expertise;
- Draft any proposed revisions to the statutory text to outline the proposed amendments and/or regulatory revisions and assist in chaperoning these regulatory changes through the legislative and/or rule-making process as well as internal Agency clearance processes;
- Analyze and prepare responses to comments from the Federal Acquisition Regulations Council, OMB, industry associations, and other stakeholders;
- Provide research, analysis, and interpretation expertise covering the entire spectrum of A&A processes to inform development of Agency policies and procedures
- Draft policy, regulation, training, and/or guidance, prepare supporting documents to gain approvals and stakeholder buy-in for policy/regulatory recommendations
- Write and present decision points for leadership, prepare formal responses to requests for information, draft key messages and talking points for USAID officials.
- Due to the nature of this position and the information that employees will be required to access; U.S. Citizenship is required OR Permanent Resident is required.
- Bachelor Degree (Master’s Degree Preferred).
- Certification: FAC-C Certification.
- Experience
- Candidates must be available for domestic assignment. Remote telework is currently authorized.
- Must be approved for facility access based on government background investigation.
- Must possess extensive knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and uniform administrative requirements for assistance in 2 CFR 200. Knowledge of USAID Acquisition Regulation (AIDAR), Assistance regulations at 2 CFR 700 and implementational policies in ADS 300 series is highly desired but not required.
- Must have extensive experience as an analyst or legal advisor in regulation and agency policy formation in the areas of acquisition and/or assistance.
- Skill in the use of most elements of desktop and cloud-based office productivity software (e.g. word processors, spreadsheets, and presentations) is required.
- Must hold an undergraduate degree from an accredited school (advanced degree preferred).
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Must have USAID experience.
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: $160,000 - $180,000.
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.