R -- Senior Advisor for Alliance Development to support USAID Washington and field offices.

Amendment #2 to Solicitation Number: M-OAA-GRO-ALPS-05-242 THIS SOLICITATION HAS BEEN CANCELLED. SUBJECT: Solicitation for U.S. Personnel Service Contractor (PSC) for Senior Advisor for Alliance Development (GS 15 equivalent) in the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Global Development Alliance Secretariat in Washington, D.C. Ladies/Gentlemen: The United States Government, represented by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is seeking applications (Standard Form 171 or Optional Form 612 only) of qualified individuals from U.S. Citizens interested in providing Personal Services Contract (PSC) services for in the Global Development Alliance Secretariat. The position is articulated in the attached solicitation. Submittals shall be in accordance with the attached information at the place and time specified. Application forms, U.S. Government Standard Form (SF) 171 or Optional Form (OP) 612, can be located at: http://www.usaid.gov/procurement_bus_opp/procurement/psc_solicitation/forms.html Send one set of U.S. Government SF 171 or OP 612 only; any additional documentation other than these forms will not be accepted (i.e. resumes, CV's, and lists). Incomplete or unsigned applications shall not be considered. These signed forms must be mailed, delivered, faxed, or emailed (email applications must be signed) to: Mr. Jonathan Palmer U.S. Agency for International Development Office of Procurement, M/OP/GRO/ALPS RRB, Room 7.9-078 1300 Pennsylvania Ave, NW Washington, D.C. 20523-7100 Any questions should be directed to Mr. Palmer or Mr. Gunn who may be reached by fax (202) 216-3052 or email at jpalmer@usaid.gov or fgunn@usaid.gov. Applicants should retain for the record copies of their submitted applications. Sincerely, Jonathan Palmer Contracting Officer ---------- Scope of Work Senior Advisor for Alliance Development USPSC position (GS-15) in the Global Development Alliance Secretariat Overview The Global Development Alliance (GDA), a recent initiative of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has had considerable initial success in developing alliances between USAID and a large number of private businesses, foundations, NGOs and other groups. Increasingly, USAID field and Washington offices are seeking to meet their development objectives and deepen the impact of their activities by operating through public-private alliances. The GDA is seeking a candidate for U.S. Personal Service Contractor (USPSC) to serve as a Senior Advisor for Alliance Development to support USAID Washington and field offices. Domestic and international travel will be required. Scope of Work Primary Roles and Responsibilities The Senior Advisor for Alliance Development is responsible for: 1. Lead USAID to development and implement strategies for effective outreach to private corporations and other potential alliance partners which includes: - Supporting USAID alliance goals and objectives through strategic outreach to corporations and foundations, personal contacts and networking. - Identifying potential alliance partners and developing relationships that may lead to future alliances. - Working with USAID alliance representatives to construct alliance deals - Developing a keen understanding of the primary entities that shape the market in a developing country context and becoming knowledgeable about where financial resources can be leveraged. - Developing alliances which access the International Financial Institutions. 2. Lead in selected public-private alliance formation which includes: - Developing and/or applying appropriate risk assessment instruments to ensure that risk is shared appropriately. - Conducting due diligence research on proposed partners. - Working with USAID contracting officers to facilitate the formal agreement process. 3. Increase the capacity of USAID staff and partners to build and promote alliances which includes: - Assisting in training USAID staff and partners in best practices for building and managing alliances. - Training missions and other USAID offices on the growing significance of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and building public-private alliance building. - Leading USAID staff to develop systems to share contacts, tips, approaches and alliance activities in order to mitigate alliance building and management challenges faced by USAID staff. - Creating and managing tools that recognize excellent alliance-building efforts at the mission, region and bureau levels. Salary: Commensurate with experience. Duration: February 1, 2005 - December 31, 2006 (approximated) Supervisor: Global Development Alliance Secretariat Director Supervisory role: None Requirements and Evaluation Criteria 1. Education: Master's degree or above in relevant field, including business or public administration. Exceptionally strong practical experience may substitute. (10 points) 2. Knowledge and Experience: - At least five to ten years of experience with private business or foundations and knowledge of their operations, preferably with significant time in developing countries. (40 points) - Demonstrated knowledge of international development assistance, preferably with knowledge of USAID operations. (20 points) - Must possess excellent negotiation, written and oral communication, and interpersonal skills. (20 points) - Demonstrated knowledge of partnership formation involving private business, foundations, non-governmental organizations, or the public sector. (10 points)