Solicitation Number: ADF-08-HQ-R-011

Notice Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Synopsis:

The United States Government, represented by the African Development Foundation is seeking applications from qualified United States Citizens interested in providing the services described in the attached solicitation under a Personal Services Contract (PSC). Submissions shall be in accordance with this solicitation and at the place and time specified.

Contracting Office Address:
African Development Foundation
1400 I Street, NW
Suite 1000, 10th Floor
Washington, DC 20005

Place of Performance:
African Development Foundation Headquarters
1400 I Street, NW
Suite 1000, 10th Floor
Washington, DC 20005

Point of Contact:
Sheila Joseph
Contract Specialists
sjoseph@usadf.gov
Phone: (202) 673-3916
Fax: (202) 673-3810

Ladies/Gentlemen:

Subject: Solicitation Number ADF-08-HQ-R-011 for a personal service contractor

Interested applicants must submit: (i) resume (ii) three references, who are not family members or relatives, providing working telephone numbers and email addresses, and. (iii) response to the Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSA) along with a cover letter highlighting your reason for applying for the position to include written certification of the date and length of time for which the candidate is available for the position. The resume must contain sufficient relevant information to evaluate the application in accordance with the stated evaluation criteria. Broad general statements that are vague or lacking specificity will not be considered as effectively addressing particular selection criteria. The applicant's references must be able to provide substantive information about his/her past performance and abilities.

ADF reserves the right to obtain from previous employers relevant information concerning the applicant's past performance and may consider such information in its evaluation. Applicants must provide their full mailing address with telephone, facsimile numbers and email address and should retain for their records copies of all enclosures that accompany their submissions.

Any questions on this solicitation should be directed in writing to Sheila Joseph at sjoseph@usadf.gov, not later than September 4, 2008

All application packages are to be submitted to
African Development Foundation
Attn: Sheila Joseph
1400 I Street, NW
Suite 1000, 10th Floor
Washington, DC 20005

Electronic applications will be accepted.

Late applications will not be accepted and will be handled in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) subpart. 15.412.

The African Development Foundation anticipates awarding one (1) PSC as a result of this solicitation. This does not constitute any guarantee that a PSC will be awarded as a result of this solicitation nor does it constitute any authorization by ADF to reimburse costs incurred in the preparation of an application.

POSITION TITLE: Human Resources Professional
MARKET VALUE: $48,108.00 to $54,525.0000 (Final compensation will be negotiated within the listed market value based upon the candidate's past salary, work history and education background.
Period of Performance: Base period of 12 months with 2 consecutive 12 month unilateral Government options

I - SCOPE OF WORK - HUMAN RESOURCES PROFESSIONAL

I. Introduction:

This position is located in the Office of Management and Administration of the African Development Foundation. The incumbent is responsible assisting in the development of human resources policy, preparing and developing human capital initiatives in conjunction with the Office of Personnel Management's assigned Human Capital Officer, and developing/preparing and processing in the areas of position classification and position management, personnel staffing and recruitment, employee development, employee relations, labor management, performance management, organization development, analysis and execution, personnel security, health and safety, facility management, and personnel records and reporting.

A. Major Duties and Responsibilities

(1) Program Planning: Under the Director of Management and Administration and Chief Human Capital Officer, the incumbent assists in the planning, and coordinating an effective human resource management program for the Foundation in accordance with legal requirements and with general policies, standards, procedures and regulations of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM). Assist in the development of ADF policies, procedures and regulations on all aspects of the human resource functions.

(2) Provides Expert Human Resource Advice and Guidance: Participates with the leadership team in planning the human resource component of new or revised programs and policies. Provides expert advice and counsel on all aspects of ADF's human resource program.

(3) Provides or directs the provision of services: Recruits, rates and evaluates candidates for ADF positions. Implements and oversees the agency affirmative action program. Develops accurate and adequate position descriptions. Counsels employees and managers on benefits, grievances, adverse actions and employee and labor-management relations issues. Directs the Foundation's personnel security and suitability program.

(4) Assists Director of Management and Administration and Chief Human Capital Officer: Under the direction of the Director of Management and Administration and Chief Human Capital Officer, the incumbent prepares documents, project papers and studies as it relates to human capital planning.

B. Supervisory Controls

The Director of Management and Administration and Chief Human Capital Officer provides overall objectives as well as management perspectives and broad requirements for program development and strategic planning activities. In consultation, the incumbent and the Director of Management and Administration and Chief Human Capital Officer determine timeframes and scope of assignments. The phases of assignments, depth of research, approach, interpretation of civil service regulations, application of related new methods, problem resolution, etc., are handled independently by the incumbent. The incumbent keeps the supervisor apprised of potentially sensitive and controversial issues. The Director of Management and Administration and Chief Human Capital Officer reviews completed work for soundness of overall approach, effectiveness relative to expected results, and feasibility of recommendations. Human Resources operations are assumed to be technically correct based on the incumbent's subject-matter expertise and available HR support provided through agreements.

C. Complexity

The incumbent must analyze the Foundation's programmatic goals and objectives to determine their impact on the human resource management program. Often the incumbent will be brought in after a new direction or new goals and objectives have been decided upon and must then adjust or revise existing policy or create new policy to accommodate the programmatic change.

D. Scope and Effect

As the sole responsible official for the human resource management program of the Foundation the incumbent must plan, develop and carry out broad and extensive assignments affecting the Foundation's workforce.

E. Physical Demands:

The work is primarily sedentary. No special physical demands are required to perform the work of this position.

F. Work Environment

Work is usually performed in an office environment with adequate heat, light and ventilation.

II. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The applicant must:

a. Have a High School Diploma from an accredited institution.
b. Be fluent in the English language both oral and written
c. Have at least four (4) years of experience in Human Resources Management which demonstrates experience and skills in staffing, classification, employee/labor relations, training and employee development
d. Be at least 21 years of age

III. BENEFITS/ALLOWANCES:

As a matter of policy, and as appropriate a PSC is normally authorized the following benefits and allowances:

Employee's FICA contribution
Contribution toward Health and Life Insurance
Pay Comparability Adjustment
Eligibility for Worker's Compensation
Annual and sick leave
And any other negotiated allowable under FAR subpart 31.206.

Federal Taxes: ADF Personal Service Contractors are not exempt from payment of Federal Income Taxes.

IV. LIST OF REQURIED FORMS FOR PSCS.

Forms outlined below maybe required and shall be completed only upon the advice of the Contracting Officer that an applicant is the successful candidate for the job.

Questionnaire for Sensitive Positions (for National Security (SF-86) or
Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions (SF-85)
Finger Print Card (FD-258)

V. TERMS OF APPOINTMENT AND COMPENSATION:

The term of the contract will be for 1 year with 2- consecutive 12 month unilateral Government options to extend, depending upon continuing need of the services, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.

The actual salary of the successful candidate will be negotiated based on prior salary history of the candidate and within the market value indicated for this position.

VI. SELECTION CRITERIA/ EVALUATION FACTORS

Candidates will be rated based on their responses to the Knowledge, skills and abilities required.

The following score will apply:

Experience (20 points); Knowledge (40 points); Skills and Abilities (40 points)

Evaluation Factors

A. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES REQUIRED

1) Extensive knowledge and experience of Federal laws, guidelines, policies and practices related to Federal Human Resources (HR) programs and processes including classification, staffing, pay, personnel records, personnel reporting, employee/labor relations and/or benefits gained through diverse experiences in HR operations.

2) Skill and expertise researching and analyzing narrative and statistical material relative to workforce planning, competencies, employment trends, restructuring and similar efforts.

3) Knowledge and skill to independently manage and organize projects, set priorities and complete assignments within established deadlines.

4) Ability and skill communicating orally and in writing to convey broad objectives and specific components of HR programs, objectives, advise managers,
Supervisors, coordinate efforts with personnel inside and outside of the agency, draft policies, prepare reports and/or conduct training.

5) Experience and expertise of personnel security, health and safety and facility management applications, processes, guidelines and/or requirements.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS: ADF reserves the right to obtain from previous employers relevant information concerning the applicant's past performance and may consider such information in its evaluation

Instructions to applicants applying

A. Qualified individuals are requested to submit an application/resume containing the following:
(1) Personal Information: Full Name, mailing address, email address, day and evening telephone numbers and country of citizenship.
(2) Education: Name of schools attended (primary, secondary and college or universities), locations, dates, type of degrees received and major.
(3) Work Experience: Provide the following for paid and unpaid work experience related to the jobs for which you are applying (do not send job description): job title, duties, and accomplishments; employer's name and address, superiors name and phone number, start and end dates (month and year), hours per week, salary.
(4) Other Qualifications: Other pertinent information related to the qualifications required for the position; including job-related skills; such as languages, computer skills.
(5) References: Applicants are required to provide three (3) references with complete contact information including email address and telephone numbers.
(6) Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA): A supplemental document which addresses the minimum qualifications and Experience shown in the solicitation. Application must address each KSA separately.

Applicants who fail to submit a complete application shall not be considered.
The Offerors assume the full responsibility for ensuring that offers and references are received at the place as delineated herein and by September 22, 2008, at 10:00 am. EST. All offers shall be closed and sealed and shall be fully identified on the sealed envelope if delivered via third party carrier or hand delivered. When the proposals are hand-carried or sent by courier service, the address for offers is the African Development Foundation; 1400 Eye Street, N.W., Suite 1000, 10th Floor; Washington, D.C. 20005.

To ensure consideration of applications for the intended position, please reference the solicitation number on your application, and as the subject line in any cover letter. All applications shall be submitted in a sealed envelope with the solicitation number cited on the outside of the envelope for identification purposes.

Late applications will not be accepted and will be handled in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) subpart 15.412.

No Electronic proposals shall be submitted

Interested offerors may register at http://www.fedbizopps.gov to receive notification when the solicitation and any amendments are issued and available for downloading. Please note that the General Services Administration provides the notification service as a convenience and does not guarantee that notifications will be received by all persons on the mailing list. Therefore, we recommend that you monitor the Fedbizopps site for all information relevant to desired acquisitions.

METHOD OF AWARD

ADF anticipates awarding one (1) personal service contracts as result of the solicitation. Please note that this does not constitute any guarantee that a PSC will be awarded as a result of this solicitation nor does it constitute any authorization by ADF to reimburse costs incurred in the preparation of an application.

Award shall be made based on the best overall value to the Government. The Contracting Officer (CO) will use the technical merits of each proposal to determine the successful offeror.