The document outlines the amendment to Solicitation Number 7200AA24R00076 for the position of Senior Veterinary Advisor under the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). Initially requiring four years of international livestock experience, the amendment reduces this to two years, allowing broader applicant eligibility. The role entails providing technical assistance in agriculture during humanitarian responses, coordinating with stakeholders, and contributing to policy development in livestock health. The compensation range is $104,604 to $135,987 and includes benefits typical for U.S. Personal Service Contractors. Applicants must be U.S. citizens able to secure a Secret clearance and are encouraged to submit their offers until the closing date of October 7, 2024. The document emphasizes USAID's commitment to diversity and envisions a contractor well-versed in international agriculture and veterinary practices, pivotal for enhancing sustainable agricultural capacities and ensuring best practices in disaster response.
The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is soliciting offers for the position of Senior Veterinary Advisor under solicitation number 7200AA24R00076, issued on August 19, 2024, with a closing date of October 7, 2024. This contractor role involves providing technical advice within the agricultural sector, focusing on disaster response related to livestock and zoonotic diseases. Candidates are required to have a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine and significant international experience in livestock health.
The position is located at USAID's Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance in Washington, D.C., with provisions for remote work. The successful offeror will be compensated within a salary range of $104,604 to $135,987. Evaluation criteria will prioritize technical qualifications and experience relevant to humanitarian agricultural programming, with consideration for diversity in submissions.
The Senior Veterinary Advisor will guide agricultural sector interventions during disasters, contribute to programmatic strategies, and analyze disease outbreaks, ensuring alignment with best practices. The role does not include supervisory responsibilities but may require participation in Disaster Assistance Response Teams (DARTs) on short contracts. USAID emphasizes an inclusive workforce and supports applicants from diverse backgrounds.