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2027 Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship Program Selection Grant

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The Department of State, Bureau of Human Resources, is seeking an eligible organization under solicitation DFOP0019974 to manage the operational, logistical, and administrative functions for the 2027 Thomas R. Pickering Graduate Foreign Affairs Fellowship Program selection process. This cooperative agreement, with a funding ceiling of 85,855 dollars, spans three to six months from December 2026 through March 2027. The primary goal is to execute a merit-based evaluation cycle to identify 10 premier fellows and qualified alternates. Key responsibilities include screening all applications against strict eligibility criteria, providing secure scoring portals for 18 panelists, coordinating final interview and essay panels in Washington, D.C., and managing panelist honoraria and travel logistics. The selection process is governed by 22 U.S.C. 2719 and 22 U.S.C. 3901 et seq., with financial oversight adhering to 48 CFR 30 and 48 CFR 31. Applications are evaluated on a 100-point scale focusing on project feasibility, organizational capacity, and the ability to achieve objectives. Awardees must provide a detailed milestone schedule, submit quarterly performance and financial reports, and ensure compliance with federal regulations regarding non-discrimination, drug-free workplaces, and the prevention of trafficking in persons. Final selection authority rests with the HR/OFI senior level official, and the recipient is expected to transfer all selection data packages within two weeks of completion.

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Organization to manage the 2027 Thomas R. Pickering Fellowship selection process.

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Department Of State → Bureau Of Human Resources

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AgencyDepartment Of State → Bureau Of Human Resources
Contacts1 person available
OfficeUSA
Organization / AgencyDepartment Of State → Bureau Of Human Resources
Office AddressUSA
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Background & Goal:


The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Human Resources, Outreach, Fellowships, and Internships Division (HR/OFI) announces an open competition for an eligible organization to manage operational, logistical, and administrative functions for the candidate selection process of the 2027 Thomas R. Pickering Graduate Foreign Affairs Fellowship Program. Authorized under 22 U.S.C. 2719 and 22 U.S.C. 3901 et seq., this 3-to-6 month Cooperative Agreement (December 2026 – March 2027) aims to execute a rigorous, standardized, and merit-based evaluation cycle to identify 10 premier Pickering Fellows and qualified alternates dedicated to Foreign Service careers.


Problem Statement:


Identifying top diplomatic talent requires multi-stage candidate evaluation on a condensed timeline. Without dedicated administrative support, the Department risks operational delays, inconsistent scoring, and logistical bottlenecks. The Recipient must execute screening, maintain secure scoring platforms, manage Washington, D.C. panel interviews, and handle honoraria and travel logistics under strict federal standards to ensure high-caliber candidates are evaluated without delay.


Key Objectives & Outcomes:


Application Screening & Semi-Finalist Selection: Screen 100% of applications by January 2027 against eligibility criteria (U.S. citizenship, 3.2+ GPA, financial need, master’s program plans). Provide secure portal access to 18 selection panelists to score applicants and select 90 semi-finalists by February 2027.


Panel Management & Evaluation: Coordinate D.C. final evaluations (3.5-day interview panel, 2-day essay panel), manage mandatory BEX-led panelist training, and disburse per diem-compliant panelist honoraria ($500/day).


Final Selection & Data Transfer: Compile rank-ordered scores, issue selectee/alternate notifications within 2 working days of HR/OFI approval, and transfer complete selection data packages within 2 weeks of completion.

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