Program Officer/Senior Program Officer (Monitoring and Evaluation), MC-301-4B/4A

This position is located in the Department of Policy and Evaluation (DPE), Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC). The M&E Division within DPE supports the design and implementation of results-focused development programs and leads the monitoring, independent evaluation, and reporting of program results. Although the position is advertised equivalent to GS-12/13, MCC uses a pay‑band system to compensate employees. This position is pay band 4b/4A which is generally equal to GS-12/13. To qualify for Pay Band 4B you must meet the following: Pay Band 4B Eligibility – Experience Have at least one year of specialized experience relevant to the position duties and comparable to the MCC Pay Band 4C (GS-11) or an equivalent level directly related to the work of this position and which has equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. Experience defined as: monitoring and evaluating (M&E) international development projects; developing and updating logical frameworks (theories of change) or program M&E Plans; conducting evaluations or related analytical research of project results and presenting findings and recommendations; constructing and managing databases of information related to tracking and reporting on the results of development projects; acting as liaison with individuals and groups both inside and outside an organization; and managing contracts. Note: This experience MUST be well documented within your resume or application. To qualify for pay band 4A you must meet the following: Pay Band 4A Eligibility – Experience Have at least one year of specialized experience relevant to the position duties and comparable to the MCC Pay Band 4B (GS-12) or an equivalent level directly related to the work of this position and which has equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. Experience defined as: monitoring and evaluating (M&E) international development projects; developing and updating logical frameworks (theories of change) and program M&E Plans to document performance indicators, data sources, and evaluation plans; conducting experimental or quasi-experimental evaluations or related analytical research of project results and presenting findings and recommendations; supporting quantitative and/or qualitative data collection methods; constructing and managing databases of information related to tracking and reporting on the results of development projects; acting as liaison with individuals and groups both inside and outside an organization to advance M&E priorities; and managing contracts. Note: This experience MUST be well documented within your resume or application. Writing Sample: Candidates who are referred for final selection consideration may be required to submit a writing sample as part of the interview/selection process. If required, candidates will be notified of the specific requirements and information needed through their USAJOBS account. Part‑time or unpaid experience: Credit may be given for appropriate unpaid and/or part‑time work. To receive credit you must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours worked per week. A new hire's direct and overall experience are critical factors in determining a salary offer. It is important that your resume fully reflects all of your directly‑related work experience. Salary offers include three key factors: The selectee's directly related experience at the same level as the position. The selectee's overall experience in a particular area. The salaries of employees in similar positions and with similar levels of experience. MCC also takes the selectee's skill set into account. Applicants should note that salary offers seldom fall near the upper end of the salary range listed in the vacancy announcement. Salary may be set from the minimum to the midpoint of the salary range of the pay band. In some instances, based on a selectee's extensive experience directly related to the position, salary may be set at or above the mid‑point up to the maximum salary for that pay band. See information on MCC base pay ranges and salary structure #J-18808-Ljbffr US-Millennium-Challenge-Corporatio