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Position Title
International Policy Analyst
Agency
Food and Drug Administration
Announcement Number
FDA-CFSAN-18-DE-10318429 Opens in new window
Open Period
Friday, October 26, 2018 to Thursday, November 8, 2018
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2. Do you wish to be considered under a CTAP (Career Transition Assistance Plan) eligibility?
You may qualify for CTAP eligibility if all of the statements apply to you:
  • You are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy.
  • You have been (or will be) involuntarily separated from the agency advertising this position, due to a reduction-in-force.
  • You are applying to a position that is at (or below) the grade level of the position separated from.
  • You are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position separated from.
  • Your last performance rating of record is at least "fully successful" or equivalent.
For more information about CTAP, please see the Career Transition Assistance site on USAJOBS.

To verify your eligibility for CTAP:
You must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must also submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest SF-50: Notification of Personnel Action showing position, tenure code, grade & step, and full name/DOB/SSN.
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3. Do you wish to be considered under the Schedule A eligibility for people with disabilities?
You may qualify for this eligibility if you have a severe physical, psychiatric, or intellectual disability, that limits one (or more) of your life functions, and qualifies based on Schedule A provisions. You can read more about Schedule A on the USAJOBS website. Learn more about this eligibility on the Individuals with Disabilities page on USAJOBS...

To verify your eligibility:
You must provide appropriate medical documentation, such as a letter signed by a licensed medical professional or licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist stating your condition, fitness to work, and any related work restrictions. This documentation must be provided with your application. You will not be able to provide this documentation once the vacancy announcement closes. 
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4. VETERANS PREFERENCE INFORMATION
The vacancy you are applying to is being advertised under Delegated Examining (Category Rating) procedures, in accordance with Title 5 of the US Code.  Veterans and certain military spouses are able to receive a preference eligibility based on prior military service, disability, or survivorship. You can read more about each eligibility option by clicking the links below.  If you answer "yes" to this question, you are indicating that you have read and understand the supporting documentation requirements, and that you will provide these supporting documents in your application.  Missing or inaccurate supporting documents may result in your preference claim being adjudicated as ineligible. It's very important that you make the correct selection and provide the required information and documentation for us to verify any claim you submit. 

There are three types of Veterans Preference:
  1. Disabled (10-point preference eligible)
  2. Non-Disabled (5-point preference eligible)
  3. Sole Survivorship (0-point preference eligible)
When an agency uses a category rating system, preference eligibles who have a compensable service-connected disability (group 1) are placed at the top of the highest category on the referral list (except for scientific or professional positions at the GS-9 level or higher). Non-disabled preference eligibles (group 2) are placed above non-preference eligibles within their assigned category. Spouses claiming a sole survivorship eligibility are eligible to apply to merit promotion vacancies along with other "status candidates", but otherwise do not receive additional preference.

See the FedsHireVets Job Seekers page for more information on how preference is applied, how to claim a preference, and what documentation you may need to supply.
You can also check out the USAJOBS Veterans site as well.


Having reviewed this information, do you intend to claim any kind of spousal or veterans preference in your application to this announcement?
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Assessment 1
We will evaluate your resume and responses to this Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification and must be supported by your resume and supporting documents. (limit characters)
1. From the descriptions below, select the one which best demonstrates your experience in meeting the specialized experience for an International Policy Analyst, GS-0301-14. (limit characters)
2. In addition to your response to the question above, please indicate where in your resume you gained the experience to support your response. Please include the following:
Company Name
Position Title
Date(s) of Employment
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3. From the descriptions below, select the one which best demonstrates your experience in meeting the specialized experience for an International Policy Analyst, GS-0301-14. (limit characters)
4. In addition to your response to the question above, please indicate where in your resume you gained the experience to support your response. Please include the following:
Company Name
Position Title
Date(s) of Employment
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5. From the descriptions below, select the one which best demonstrates your experience in meeting the specialized experience for an International Policy Analyst, GS-0301-14. (limit characters)
6. In addition to your response to the question above, please indicate where in your resume you gained the experience to support your response. Please include the following:
Company Name
Position Title
Date(s) of Employment
(limit characters)
7. From the descriptions below, select the one which best demonstrates your experience in meeting the specialized experience for an International Policy Analyst, GS-0301-14. (limit characters)
8. In addition to your response to the question above, please indicate where in your resume you gained the experience to support your response. Please include the following:
Company Name
Position Title
Date(s) of Employment
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
9. Advise on international public health/science issues and its trade impact. (limit characters)
10. Provide guidance on strategic planning and oversight on international issues related to technical import/export issues. (limit characters)
11. Monitor and analyze data and information for trade activities related to food and cosmetics. (limit characters)
12. Identify international trends for trade activities related to food and cosmetics. (limit characters)
13. Lead or coordinate programs including operationalizing and managing cross-agency and/or cross government teams. (limit characters)
14. Identify and provide solutions or strategies to resolve differing points of view. (limit characters)
15. Develop or recommend negotiating positions or proposals in response to international matters or issues. (limit characters)
16. Implement and facilitate strategic international activities. (limit characters)
17. Represent the agency/organization at meetings and/or conferences. (limit characters)
18. Provide guidance to internal, external stakeholders, and high-level officials on various international issues. (limit characters)
19. Orally summarize data inputs to program and policies. (limit characters)
20. Conduct briefings to senior management and/or other official representatives on matters involving controversial program or policy issues that may adversely affect or delay project goals. (limit characters)
21. Develop position papers,briefings,speeches,articles,presentations or other communications. (limit characters)
22. Summarize data inputs to program. (limit characters)
23. Summarize data policies in writing. (limit characters)