Program Analyst (Consultant) (USAID/Center of Education)

at  ZemiTek LLC

Who We Are:
ZemiTek, LLC is a Woman-Owned, SBA-certified 8(a) Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) based in the Washington, DC metro area. We have a strong record delivering innovative and high-quality solutions. Since 2007, ZemiTek has provided technical assistance, project management, information technology (IT), knowledge management, monitoring and evaluation, training and learning development, and institutional support services.
Position Description:
USAID’s Bureau for Inclusive Growth, Partnerships, and Innovation integrates technical expertise with values-driven, cross-cutting priorities, and modern approaches to the way USAID performs its work. It provides client-centered technical services to USAID’s Missions worldwide, supports programming to innovate, learn, and address emerging issues, and provides technical leadership within the Agency and externally to enhance development impact.
The Bureau’s Center for Education (EDU) leverages its expertise, partnerships, and global perspective to guide and influence the education sector, advancing U.S. Government development priorities.
The Consultant will work with the Program Division to assist with the analysis, input, guidance, and deliverables associated with the program cycle (see ADS Chapter 201 Program Cycle Operational Policy) for the IPI/EDU portfolio. Primary responsibilities will include portfolio monitoring and management support, reporting, some budget assistance and other duties as assigned.
Location: Remote (Nationwide)
Work Type: Short-term
Period of Performance: October 28, 2024 through July 31, 2025
Level of Effort: Approximately 30-40 hours per week
Salary Range: $85.22 - $88.84/hourly (starting salary determined based on candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, and education)
Clearance: Able to obtain a facility clearance

Responsibilities:

• Provide analysis and input related to Center-level strategies, technical priorities, and support for the implementation of the U.S. Government Strategy on International Basic Education. Assist in tracking and reporting on progress to the Leadership Team.
• Provides up-to-date guidance and assistance to Center staff in mechanisms support and coordination, procedural matters relating to activity design, approval, budget planning, obligation of funds, and contract and grant management, and country support, including practical processes to ensure these items are advanced accordingly.
• Assists in preparing and disseminating various program and budget documents and correspondence, including memos, waivers, amendments, congressional notifications, budget documentation, technical notifications and requests, and ensuring that all documentation is complete and in compliance with USAID rules, regulations, and standards.
• Supports USAID Missions and other Center staff, including Knowledge Management and Communications, as needed.
• Pitches in to fill gaps and perform other program-related tasks, as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and six (6) years of experience or Master’s degree and four (4) years of experience. Relevant professional experience developing, managing and/or supporting international development programming and budgets.
• Experience providing analysis and evaluations to management that encompass programmatic milestones, schedules, and budgetary resource planning and execution required for effective planning, management, operations, and decision-making.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a facilities access clearance (FAC) required. Current or recently active FAC or higher clearance, a plus.
• Experience with USAID programs, processes or systems preferred.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills, attention to detail while being able to see the bigger picture priorities.
• Ability to work independently, resourcefully, and take initiative, with flexibility in changing priorities.
• Ability to engage with people successfully and effectively within and across units in a diverse and inclusive environment.

What We Believe:
ZemiTek is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant’s qualifications are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law.
ZemiTek is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, ZemiTek will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to accommodations@zemitek.com.
ZemiTek embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion and strives to build and maintain a safe environment where we celebrate diverse backgrounds, treat everyone with respect, and value the unique lived experiences each person brings based on their race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, military or veteran status, national origin, age, marital status or family status and related conditions.

Responsibilities:

• Provide analysis and input related to Center-level strategies, technical priorities, and support for the implementation of the U.S. Government Strategy on International Basic Education. Assist in tracking and reporting on progress to the Leadership Team.
• Provides up-to-date guidance and assistance to Center staff in mechanisms support and coordination, procedural matters relating to activity design, approval, budget planning, obligation of funds, and contract and grant management, and country support, including practical processes to ensure these items are advanced accordingly.
• Assists in preparing and disseminating various program and budget documents and correspondence, including memos, waivers, amendments, congressional notifications, budget documentation, technical notifications and requests, and ensuring that all documentation is complete and in compliance with USAID rules, regulations, and standards.
• Supports USAID Missions and other Center staff, including Knowledge Management and Communications, as needed.
• Pitches in to fill gaps and perform other program-related tasks, as needed