Pre-Solicitation Notice - DRG/GTT Emerging Technologies and Innovation Advisor
ID: 7200AA25R00036Type: Presolicitation
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AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTAGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTUSAID M/OAAWASHINGTON, DC, 20523, USA

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All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (541990)

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SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: PERSONAL SERVICES CONTRACTS (R497)

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https://sam.gov/opp/4ecf4651b0c94e48b0019d8e661b52a1/view
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    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking an Emerging Technologies and Innovation (ETI) Advisor to provide expert guidance on leveraging digital technology to promote democracy and mitigate its potential misuse for repression. The advisor will work closely with USAID field teams and Washington to integrate data-driven technologies that enhance civic engagement and support the development of healthy democratic institutions. This position is critical as it addresses the intersection of technology, regulations, and private sector partnerships, ensuring that USAID Missions can effectively implement programs that harness the benefits of technology while safeguarding human rights. The contract is expected to have a base period of two years, with three one-year options, totaling a maximum of five years. Interested parties should stay informed for the solicitation details to be published on the System for Award Management (SAM), and may contact Jonathan Bui at jbui@usaid.gov or 202-916-2696 for further inquiries.

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    Jonathan Bui
    (202) 916-2696
    jbui@usaid.gov
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    Pre-Solicitation_ Synopsis_ETI Advisor.pdf
    The pre-solicitation notice from USAID outlines an opportunity for the role of Emerging Technologies and Innovation (ETI) Advisor. This position seeks an expert in digital technology to guide USAID teams on leveraging technology to promote democracy while addressing its potential misuse for repression. The advisor will work on integrating data-driven technologies to enhance civic engagement and support healthy democratic institutions. The contract duration is expected to be a base period of two years, with three one-year options, totaling a maximum of five years. The solicitation details will be published on the System for Award Management (SAM), where interested parties should stay informed. Notably, the issuance of this notice does not guarantee an award or commitment from USAID, nor does it cover costs for proposal preparation prior to official solicitation.
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