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Job TitleLead the comprehensive Assessment, Monitoring, and Evaluation (AMandE) process for a portfolio of USSOUTHCOM Security Cooperation (SC) initiatives ensuring all command activities comply with National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) mandates.Analyze statistical and narrative data using specialized defense systems to develop and refines key performance metrics, mapping Measures of Performance (MOPs) to Measures of Effectiveness (MOEs).Conduct program evaluations, cost-benefit analyses, and Return on Investment (ROI) assessments identifying program efficiencies and providing data-driven recommendations to leadership to sustain or eliminate ineffective initiatives.Research new legislation, Department of War (DoW) directives, and defense trends to serve as a key advisor to command leadership.Maintain partnerships with senior military and civilian officials from partner nations to synchronize regional security cooperation efforts.RequirementsAppointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Top Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment.This position is subject to a pre-employment drug test screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident.This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 15%.The incumbent must attain DoD Security Cooperation Workforce (SCW) Expert Proficiency Level Certification and complete related continuous learning requirements within 2 years of entering this position.QualificationsOnly applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected.30 Percent or More Disabled VeteransCurrent Department of Army Civilian EmployeesCurrent Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)Interagency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActMilitary Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473Non-Department of Defense (DoD) TransferOffice of Personnel Management (OPM) Interchange Agreement EligiblePeople with Disabilities, Schedule APriority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability RetirementPriority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference EligibleReinstatementVeterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience.Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes 1) leading the assessment, monitoring, and evaluation (AM&E) of Security Cooperation (SC) initiatives, programs, or cases to ensure compliance with National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) mandates and alignment with theater-level campaign plans; 2) utilizing defense-specific database systems to collect, compile, and analyze statistical and narrative data; 3) developing and refining performance metrics, to include mapping Measures of Performance (MOPs) to Measures of Effectiveness (MOEs), to track and report on strategic outcomes and program Return on Investment (ROI); and 4) applying analytical, evaluative, and cost-benefit methodologies to identify program efficiencies, recommend mid-course corrections, and advise senior leadership on the sustainability of security initiatives. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12). Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-12).Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.Additional informationMale applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.Direct deposit of pay is required.Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the information sheet.This is a Strategic Planning and Foreign Affairs Career Field position.Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit for more information.Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.Recruitment/Retention/Relocation incentive may be authorized.