- Position Title
- PROGRAM ANALYST
- Agency
- Trade and Development Agency
- Announcement Number
- TDA-22-DE-11463682JD Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, April 18, 2022 to Monday, May 2, 2022
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Career Transition Assistance Plan: Do you meet ALL of the following eligibilities?
I am a current or former competitive federal employee displaced or surplused from the agency hiring for this position; and
- I am located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; and
- I am currently in a position at the same grade level or higher than the position being announced; and
- My last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
To verify your eligibility, 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 submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
3.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan: Do you meet ALL of the following eligibilities?
- I am a current or former competitive federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position; and
- I am located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; and
- I am currently in a position at the same grade level or higher than the position being announced; and
- My last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
To verify your eligibility, 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 submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Assessment 1
For items 1 and 2, please read the following statements carefully. Your response to the following questions will determine whether you will be eligible for this position or not. If you respond "No" to any question in this section, you will not be eligible for consideration for this position.
1.
I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire will be true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I provide may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in me not being considered for this position.
2.
Are you willing to submit to an initial and periodic background investigation, including a fingerprint check and a credit check?
3.
This position has a Selective Placement Factor (SPF) that must be met in order to do the work of the position. Please certify whether or not you meet the SPF for this position. This experience must be clearly documented in your resume.
Demonstrated experience conducting quantitative and qualitative program evaluations for international infrastructure programs.
Demonstrated experience conducting quantitative and qualitative program evaluations for international infrastructure programs.
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.
4.
Select the one statement that best describes the experience and/or education level that demonstrates you meet the Minimum Qualification requirements to perform the duties of a Program Analyst, GS-0343-09.
5.
Select the one statement that best describes the experience and/or education level that demonstrates you meet the Minimum Qualification requirements to perform the duties of a Program Analyst, GS-0343-11.
6.
For the Program Analyst, GS-0343-12: Do you possess at least one year of specialized experience that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the GS-11 level in the Federal service? Specialized experience is defined as experience that is in or directly related to the line of work of this position and has equipped you with the knowledge and competencies to successfully perform the duties of this position. More specifically, this requirement involves experience in evaluation of U.S. foreign assistance intended to promote U.S. exports and/or economic growth in developing and middle-income countries; experience applying qualitative and quantitative evaluation processes and procedures to analyze programmatic performance; developing and utilizing complex databases, spreadsheets, charts, graphs, reports and tables in order to present findings and conclusions; inputting data and information accurately in databases and records and experience with being responsible for maintaining the completeness and integrity of agency data; working collaboratively and effectively with stakeholders in order to obtain input and information; experience with collecting data (or direct observation of data collection) and the ability to synthesize and judge/evaluate multiple forms of evidence; and experience applying theoretical frameworks related to foreign assistance and economic development programs.
7.
For the Program Analyst, GS-0343-13: Do you possess at least one year of specialized experience that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the GS-12 level in the Federal service? Specialized experience is defined as experience that is in or directly related to the line of work of this position and has equipped you with the knowledge and competencies to successfully perform the duties of this position. More specifically, this requirement involves experience in evaluation of U.S. foreign assistance intended to promote U.S. exports and/or economic growth in developing and middle-income countries; experience using highly sophisticated qualitative and quantitative evaluation processes and procedures to analyze programmatic performance; developing and utilizing complex databases, spreadsheets, charts, graphs, reports and tables in order to present findings and conclusions; maintaining the completeness and integrity of agency data; working collaboratively and effectively with stakeholders in order to obtain input and information and decision-makers to obtain guidance and approval; experience with collecting data (or direct observation of data collection) and the ability to synthesize and judge/evaluate multiple forms of evidence; experience applying theoretical frameworks, federal guidance and regulations, or principles of rigorous inquiry to real-life program evaluations related to foreign assistance and economic development programs; and experience serving in an advisory role, and leading and influencing others.
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Select only one letter for each item. Failure to support your answer to this questionnaire in your resume may result in a lowered score or loss of consideration.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Evaluate the outputs, outcomes, and impacts of foreign assistance and/or export promotion funding programs (e.g. infrastructure projects, commercially focused events).
9.
Gather and analyze qualitative and quantitative data and evidence to explain trends regarding markets, trade competitiveness, project development barriers, and project finance considerations to improve the success of foreign assistance export promotion programs.
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Identify and develop innovative methods and processes to improve program evaluation efforts to inform decision making related to the funding of foreign assistance programs.
11.
Refine and update evaluation policies and procedures to align with federal guidance and industry best practices.
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Establish resources and reporting on the results of foreign assistance programs.
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Analyze programmatic performance and calculate aggregate performance results and metrics.
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Provide guidance and compose clear, concise, and logical reports involving complex or technical information in ways that are easily understood by non-specialists.
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Drive decision making and change by asking questions.
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Anticipate audience reactions in order to proactively respond to questions and/or concerns.
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Develop strategies to overcome data inconsistencies and disparities.
18.
Manage, organize, and generate large and complex reports involving quantitative and qualitative data to ensure accuracy and completeness.
19.
Identify gaps in information collection efforts and reporting related to program evaluation in order to recommend steps to remedy those gaps.
20.
Synthesize and evaluate multiple forms of evidence/data and apply theoretical frameworks as it relates to quantitative and qualitative evaluations of international infrastructure programs.
21.
Identify how to collect information from a variety of sources, including information that may not be readily available or may be conflicting, in order to complete evaluation efforts related to complicated projects.
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Conduct interviews using techniques and appropriate evaluation questions designed to gather meaningful evidence.
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Analyze, validate, and triangulate different pieces of information from multiple sources in order to rectify discrepancies.
24.
Fill gaps to construct a coherent accounting of project outcomes and impacts.
25.
Assimilate various points of views and interests to form coherent, evidence-informed guidance that is delivered in a variety of formats and venues.
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Identifies appropriate methods and processes to validate data and evidence collected related to program evaluations
27.
Input data and information accurately in databases and records; ensure that data and information input by others is accurate.
28.
Compose reports suitable for public review demonstrating knowledge of project finance, U.S. exports, and impacts of foreign assistance related projects.
29.
Prepare reports using data visualization techniques that convey evaluation findings to a wide variety of audiences with varying interests.
30.
Draft reports based on analysis and evaluation of data and materials collected from a variety of sources.
31.
Present written materials in a well-researched and composed manner.
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Elicit cooperation and support from a variety of audiences.
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Encourage dialogue to foster communication and expression of ideas and opinions within an organization.
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Create and maintain relationships with stakeholders (e.g. U.S. government, U.S. businesses, multilaterals, foreign entities) to obtain information about foreign assistance export promotion activities.
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Drive a change in a process by working with a group of individuals, with different responsibilities, who may not benefit from the change.
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Present information to a variety of audiences to encourage discussion of priorities, conflicts, and requirements to achieve resolution and a goal.
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Work collaboratively with others to acquire or share information, and to further overall project objectives.
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Build consensus through collaboration and cooperation.
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Authoritatively represent an organization in an external setting of high-level officials.
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Interact effectively with individuals at all levels of an organization.
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Utilize oral communication skills to facilitate meetings with a diverse set of external partners in domestic and international contexts.
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Conduct all communication diplomatically and respectfully, with skillful negotiation between the needs and priorities of different partners.
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Present and obtain information, utilizing oral communication, for individuals with varying professional backgrounds, status, and language capabilities on the outcomes of foreign assistance export promotion activities.
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Brief key stakeholders within an organization on complex matters.
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Communicate highly technical information to a non-technical audience.
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Justify actions taken with supporting research and documentation.
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Use communication skills to influence, motivate, and or persuade persons or groups.
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Speak authoritatively on behalf of an organization.