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Welcome to the USAID Office of Human Resources Applicant Homepage. USAID is a great place to put your skills, education, and expertise to use. Over the course of your career, you will also develop many new skills as you contribute to economic and social development around the globe. Headquartered at the Ronald Reagan Building in Washington, DC, USAID has offices in approximately 75 countries around the globe.
In all, there are about 8,000 employees worldwide, including 1,200 Civil Service employees and 500 Foreign Service Officers based in Washington, 800 Foreign Service Officers deployed overseas, 5,000 local employees working in our overseas missions, plus about 500 others working under other hiring mechanisms. For more than 40 years, USAID has provided economic and humanitarian assistance to millions upon millions of people in more than 100 countries. It has a long and proud history of extending a helping hand to people in developing countries around the world. It is this caring that stands as a hallmark of the Agency and shows the world our true character as a nation.
Why should USAID be part of your career?
Since its formation, USAID has taken an interest in securing basic human rights in every nation and the diversity of its workforce is an aspect of its corporate culture both domestically and abroad, where 62% of its workforce is composed of Foreign Service National (FSNs) staff in 75 field missions. The success of the organization depends on a multicultural workforce and employees must work effectively with diverse global customers, stakeholders, and partners. To deliver quality programs abroad, USAID must ensure a work environment in which each employee values the diversity, experience, and contributions of others.
For more than 40 years, USAID has provided economic and humanitarian assistance to millions upon millions of people in more than 100 countries. It has a long and proud history of extending a helping hand to people in developing countries around the world. It is this caring that stands as a hallmark of the Agency and shows the world our true character as a nation. In short, there is nothing like it in the world. USAID personnel find themselves doing the best work in the most amazing places, whether it be helping see that HIV/AIDS drugs get to the most remote parts of Zimbabwe, helping farmers learn how to grow crops better in India, or teaching a society how to govern themselves democratically in the former Soviet Union.
All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, age, sex, sexual orientation, physical disabilities, membership in an employee organization, or any other non-merit factors.
This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
Civil Service (CS)
Civil service employees remain at the core of USAID/Washington staff and are the prime element in providing shape and forward momentum to meet the needs of carrying out programs overseas. CS employees perform inherently governmental functions and are the essential link between strategic interest and the program content and style selected to achieve that interest. There are a number of other important unique values that CS brings to his or her position. Among these are greater responsibility for accountability and oversight; more comprehension of, and better responsiveness to, Agency guidance and direction; corporate memory; and the knowledge, experience and "weight" to work effectively with other USG agencies.
Click here to learn more about Civil Service positions at USAID.
US Foreign Service
Junior Officer (JO) Program
Foreign Service Officers (FSOs) remains at the core of mission staffing and is the prime element in providing shape and forward momentum to the USAID country program. FSOs perform inherently governmental functions and are the essential link between strategic interest and the program content and style selected to achieve that interest. There are a number of other important unique values that an FSO brings to his or her position. Among these are greater responsibility for accountability and oversight; more comprehension of, and better responsiveness to, Agency guidance and direction; corporate memory; and the knowledge, experience and "weight" to work effectively with other USG agencies.
USAID seeks to recruit new Foreign Service Officers through the Junior Officer (JO) Program. The JO program is designed to prepare Foreign Service Officers (FSOs) for tenure through an individually adapted training program. The total training program will be approximately three years with six to 18 months in Washington D.C. and approximately 24 months of broad-based training through rotational assignments at an overseas office. All JOs must meet USAID foreign language tenuring requirements before departing for assignment overseas.
Click here to learn more about the Junior Officer (JO) Program at USAID.
Foreign Service Limited (FSL)
Foreign Service Limited (FSL) serves at the core of mission staffing and is the prime element in providing shape and forward momentum to the USAID country program. FSLs perform inherently governmental functions at a cost savings to the U.S. Government and are the essential link between strategic interest and the program content and style selected to achieve that interest. There are a number of other important unique values that an FSLs brings to his or her position. Among these are greater responsibility for accountability and oversight; more comprehension of, and better responsiveness to, Agency guidance and direction; corporate memory; and the knowledge, experience and "weight" to work effectively with other USG agencies.
Click here to learn more about the Foreign Service Limited (FSL) Program at USAID
Foreign Service Nationals (FSN)
Many of the vacancies at USAID Missions are filled by national citizens recruited from within the host country. Unless otherwise specified, these positions are reserved for host country national citizens. FSN vacancies are advertised locally in national newspapers and other media outlets. To apply for a position, please follow instructions as described within the vacancy announcement.
Click here to learn more about Foreign Service Nationals (FSN) at USAID.
Fellows Programs
The Fellows Programs provide USAID with fresh ideas, energy and the latest state-of-the-art technical knowledge, representing a broader set of specific expertise than is normally represented by the agency's U.S. direct hire employees. Fellowship programs are also a mechanism by which USAID can increase its outreach to partners, NGOs/PVOs, universities, and other donors. For the fellows, these programs introduce people to development issues and development institutions, give them visibility in the donor community, can help jumpstart their career, and help them with career choices at a critical time in their work development.
Click here to learn more about the Fellows Programs at USAID.
Presidential Management Fellows Programs
For 29 years, the Presidential Management Fellows (PMF) Program, formerly known as the Presidential Management Intern (PMI) Program, has been utilized by federal agencies to attract outstanding graduate students from a wide variety of academic disciplines to public service. Recognized as one of the most prestigious and effective training and development programs available in the Federal Government, the PMF Program hones the skills and competencies, as well as cultivates the management and leadership potential, of the Fellows by providing them with a two-year fellowship that offers extensive formal classroom training and rotational assignment opportunities.
Among federal agencies, the U.S. AID is one of the top participants in the PMF Program and possesses one of the most sought-after PMF Programs. USAID has hired hundreds of Fellows and has successfully converted all of them into permanent civil service positions. To apply for this highly competitive fellowship, you first must be nominated by a dean, director, or chairperson of your graduate academic program. Beginning in September, nominations are reviewed and presented to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) which administers finalist selections to the PMF program. Beginning in January, final selections from among the nominees are made based on a review of applications, individual and/or group interviews, and evaluation of writing samples.
If selected for employment by the U.S. A.I.D, your appointment will begin after successful completion of your graduate school program and the successful completion of a Secret security clearance background investigation. You will be appointed to a paid, two-year probationary fellowship, which will include rigorous formal classroom training and rotational assignments. Fellows will receive the opportunity to work in varying offices, bureaus, overseas embassies/consulates, agencies, and even in other branches of government. Upon the successful completion of the two-year fellowship, you will become eligible for conversion to a permanent position in the competitive service and obtain career or career-conditional status.
Click here to find more detailed information, including nomination guidelines, forms and deadlines.
Internship Programs
Volunteer Student Intern
Volunteer Student Intern vacancies are posted on this site when opportunities are available. Please review the vacancies along with additional qualifications and apply to any that interest you by e-mailing the contact person(s) listed. Send a resume, cover letter of your interest and possible dates of involvement.
Click here to learn more about Student Internship Programs at USAID
General Counsel Internships
Legal interns work with an Assistant General Counsel and one or more of the staff lawyers within one of the ten divisions of the General Counsel's Office. These divisions are: Africa; Asia and the Near East; Europe and Eurasia; Latin America and the Caribbean; Global Assistance; Democracy, Conflict and Humanitarian Assistance; Litigation and Enforcement; Contract and Commodity Management; Legislation and Policy; and Ethics and Administration.
Click here to learn more about General Counsel Internships at USAID
Africa Bureau Internships
USAID's Africa Bureau expects to have a limited number of Summer internships available in a few of its overseas missions in sub-Saharan Africa as well as in Washington, D.C. This is an excellent opportunity for outstanding students interested in pursuing careers in international development. Students desiring internships in Francophone Africa must be proficient in French. Students desiring internships in Lusophone Africa must be proficient in Portugese or Spanish. Flexibility, initiative, enthusiasm, good interpersonal skills and lots of energy are also desired. Computer skills are a necessity.
Normally, the internship period is June 15-August 15, although this is negotiable. Selected students must be able to stay the duration of the internship as determined by the sponsoring mission or Washington, DC office. Final decisions on placement will be made in light of the candidate pool and USAID mission priorities at the time of candidate selection. USAID is an equal opportunity employer.
Click here to learn more about Africa Bureau Internships at USAID.
Legislative & Public Affairs Internship Opportunities in International Development (LPA)
LPA directs the Agency's communications strategy and policies; is responsible for positioning, messaging and branding; develops outreach and educational programs; leads the Agency's online marketing strategy and manages the external website; and produces events and promotional products to generate support for USAID's mission. Interns will be working on various projects related to the LPA mission (congressional, strategic communications, multimedia, publications, website, public liaison, public diplomacy, press; and special events and protocol). The internship is full-time with flexible hours.
Click here to learn more about Legislative & Public Affairs Internship Opportunities in International Development (LPA) at USAID.
Office of Conflict Management & Mitigation (OCCMM)
USAID's Office of Conflict Management & Mitigation (CMM) in the Bureau for Democracy, Conflict and Humanitarian Assistance (DCHA) leads USAID's efforts to effectively prevent, mitigate and manage the causes and consequences of conflict and fragility. DCHA/CMM is divided into two teams: the Field Support Team and the Program Team. Interns are recruited each academic year and during the summer to support each team. Interns can expect to have a substantive and rewarding experience as part of the DCHA/CMM team - once on board, interns are treated as full staff members and are expected to perform as such.
Click here to learn more about Office of Conflict Management & Mitigation (OCCMM) Internships at USAID.
Office of Global Health
The Bureau for Global Health (GH) supports field health programs, advances research and innovation in selected areas relevant to overall Agency health objectives, and transfers new technologies to the field through its own staff work, coordination with other donors, and a portfolio of grants and contracts with an annual budget in excess of $1.6 billion. Global health issues have global consequences that not only affect the people of developing nations but also directly affect the interests of American citizens. Interns are recruited each summer to support the Bureau.
Click here to learn more about Global Health Internships at USAID. (PDF)
Inspector General
The Office of Inspector General (OIG) is responsible for providing audit and investigative services to the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), the African Development Foundation (ADF), and the Inter-American Foundation (IAF). USAID's Inspector General is responsible for keeping the head of the respective client organization and the Congress fully informed about problems and deficiencies in the organization's programs and operations, as well as the necessity for, and progress of, corrective actions.
Click here to learn more about The Office of Inspector General at USAID.
Personal Services Contractors (PSC)
USAID does business through a variety of available federal mechanisms. Personal Services Contractors (PSC) is characterized by an employer-employee relationship that exists between the Government and the contractor. The contractor is treated very much like the civil service staff, frequently performing the same or similar work. USAID hires PSCs to work in a variety of fields both in USAID/Washington and in USAID Missions worldwide serving as program officers, PDOs, controllers and, occasionally, as USAID principal officers.
Click here to learn more about Personal Services Contractors at USAID.
Third Country Nationals (TCNs)
USAID does business through a variety of available federal mechanisms. Third Country Nationals (TCNs) is characterized by an employer-employee relationship that exists between the Government and the contractor. TCNs frequently are employed USAID missions and may have previously been employed as a Foreign Service National and arrive particularly well
versed in the ways of Agency operations. The contractor is treated very much like the civil service staff, frequently performing the same or similar work.
Click here to learn more about Third Country Nationals (TCNs) at USAID.
Senior Executive Service
The Senior Executives work in managerial, supervisory and public policy-making positions above the GS-15 level. For these leadership positions, you must possess the essential qualifications to succeed in the 21st century. Executive core qualifications include leading change, leading people, being results-driven, having business acumen and building coalitions/communications. A variety of professional occupations are represented.
Click here to learn more about Senior Executive Service at USAID.
Technical Advisors in AIDS, Child Survival, Infectious Diseases, Population, and Basic Education (TAACS) Program
To assist USAID in the implementation of priority programs by providing Technical Advisors in AIDS, Child Survival, Infectious Diseases, Population, and Basic Education as authorized annually in the Foreign Assistance Appropriations Act. The most recent TAACS contract has been competitively awarded to CEDPA, a private voluntary organization and is managed in the newly formed Bureau for Global Health. These contracts are responsible for recruiting, employing and supporting more than 50 TAACS who provide long term technical and managerial assistance to various USAID technical offices in Washington, D.C. and missions worldwide. TAACS are also recruited and backstopped under a Participating Agency Service Agreement with the Department of Health and Human Services, Office of International and Refugee Health.
Click here to learn more about Technical Advisors in AIDS, Child Survival, Infectious Diseases, Population, and Basic Education (TAACS) Program at USAID
General Counsel
The Office of the General Counsel (GC) provides legal advice, counsel, and services to the Agency and its officials and ensures that USAID programs are administered in accordance with legislative authorities. Attorneys advise on legal matters arising in the operation and administration of USAID programs, and on matters relating to legislation or proposed legislation affecting USAID. GC provides advice and guidance on congressional investigation and determines what legal courses of action are appropriate for the Agency. GC also maintains liaisons with other government organizations to provide advice or assistance in interpreting or applying the legal authorities of the Agency and represents USID in connection with legal matters affecting it.
Click here to learn more about The Office of the General Counsel (GC) at USAID
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