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General Services Administration
Federal Supply Service
Authorized Federal Supply Schedule Price List
Management, Organizational and Business
Improvement Services(MOBIS)
Federal Supply Schedule Industrial Group 874
CONTRACT No. GS-10F-0296P
Contract Period: April 28, 2004 April 27, 2009
Contractor: |
J.E. Austin Associates Inc. |
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2101 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 1100 |
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Arlington, VA 22201 |
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Telephone: (703) 841-9841 |
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Fax Number: (703) 841-9847 |
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Website: http://www.jeaustin.com |
Contract Administrator: |
Martin Webber, Vice President |
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2101 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 1100 |
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Arlington, VA 22201 |
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Telephone: (703) 841-2631 |
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Fax Number: (703) 841-9847 |
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Email : mwebber@jeaustin.com |
Marketing and Technical POC: |
Martin Webber, Vice President |
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2101 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 1100 |
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Arlington, VA 22201 |
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Telephone: (703) 841-2631 |
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Fax Number: (703) 841-9847 |
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Email : mwebber@jeaustin.com |
Business Size/Status: Small Business
Prices shown herein are NET (discount deducted).
On-line access to contract ordering information, terms and conditions, up-to-date pricing, and the option to create an electronic delivery order are available through GSA-Advantage!TM, a menu-driven database system. The Internet address for GSA-Advantage!TM is: http://www.gsaadvantage.gov
For more information on ordering from Federal Supply Schedules, click on the FSS Schedules button at: http://www.fss.gsa.gov
Table of Contents
instructions for preparing to order services
priced on
gsa schedule at hourly rates
Ordering Procedures for Services
1a. Table of Awarded Special Item Numbers (SINs): |
(Please refer to page #6 for a more detailed description) |
874-1: Consulting Services |
874-7: Program Integration and Project Management Services |
874-2: Facilitation Services |
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1b. Lowest Priced Model Number and Lowest Price: |
Please refer to our rates on page #13 |
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1c. Labor Category Descriptions: |
Please refer to page #7 |
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2. Maximum Order: |
$ 1,000,000 (For awarded SINs) |
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3. Minimum Order: |
$ 300.00 |
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4. Geographic Coverage: |
Domestic & Overseas |
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5. Point (s) of Production: |
2101 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 1100 Arlington, VA 22201-3083 |
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6. Discount from List Price: |
All Prices Herein are Net |
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7. Quantity Discounts: |
None Offered |
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8. Prompt Payment Terms: |
Net 30 days |
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9a. Government Purchase Card is accepted at or below the micro purchase threshold. |
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9b. Government Purchase Card is accepted above the micro - purchase threshold. |
10. Foreign Items: |
None |
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11a. Time of Delivery: |
To Be Negotiated with Ordering Agency |
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11b. Expedited Delivery: |
To Be Negotiated with Ordering Agency |
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11c. Overnight and 2-Day Delivery: |
To Be Negotiated with Ordering Agency |
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11d. Urgent Requirement: |
To Be Negotiated with Ordering Agency |
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12. F.O.B. Point(s): |
Destination |
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13a. Ordering Address: |
J.E. Austin Associates, Inc. Attn: Martin Webber 2101 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 1100 Arlington, VA 22201-3083 |
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13b. For supplies and services, the ordering procedures, information on Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPA s), and sample BPA can be found at the GSA/FSS Schedule homepage http://www.fss.gsa.gov\schedules ) |
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14. Payment Address: |
J.E. Austin Associates, Inc. Attn: Joyce Lamoreux 2101 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 1100 Arlington, VA 22201-3083 |
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15. Warranty Provision: |
Standard Commercial Warranty |
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16. Export Packing Charges: |
Not Applicable |
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17. Terms & Conditions of Government Purchase Card Acceptance: |
Contact Contract Administrator |
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18. Terms and conditions of rental, maintenance, and repair: |
Not Applicable |
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19. Terms and conditions of installation (if applicable): |
Not Applicable |
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20. Terms and conditions of repair parts indicating date of parts, price lists and any discounts from list prices: |
Not Applicable |
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20a. Terms and conditions for any other services (if applicable): |
Not Applicable |
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21. List of service and distribution points (if applicable): |
Not Applicable |
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22. List of participating dealers (if applicable): |
Not Applicable |
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23. Preventative maintenance (if applicable) |
Not Applicable |
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24a. Special attributes such as environmental attributes (e.g., recycled content, energy efficiency, and/or reduced pollutants.): |
Not Applicable |
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24b. Section 508 compliance information is available on Electronic and Information Technology (EIT) supplies and services and show where full details can be found (e.g. contractor s website or other location.) The EIT standards can be found at: www.Section508.gov/ : |
Not Applicable |
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25. Data Universal Number System (DUNS) Number: |
603130550 |
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26. J. E. Austin Associates, Inc. is registered in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database. |
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27. Uncompensated Overtime: |
Yes |
GSA provides a streamlined, efficient process for ordering the services you need. GSA has already determined that J. E. Austin Associates, Inc. meets the technical requirements and that our prices offered are fair and reasonable. Agencies may use written orders; electronic data interchange (EDI) orders, credit car orders, blanket purchase agreement orders, individual purchase orders, or task orders under this contract.
If it is determined that your agency needs an outside source to provide MOBIS services, follow these simple steps:
Step 1. Develop a Statement of Work (SOW)
In the SOW, include the following information:
Work to be performed,
Location of work,
Period of performance;
Delivery schedule, and
Special standards and any special requirements, where applicable.
Step 2. Select Contractor and Place Order
If the order is under $2,500, select the contractor best suited for your needs and place the order.
Step 3. Prepare a Request for Proposal (RFP)
If the order is over $2,500, prepare an RFP;
Include the SOW;
Request fixed price, ceiling price, or, if not possible, labor hour or time and materials order;
If preferred, request a performance plan from contractors and information on past experience; and include information on the basis for selection.
Step 4. Submit to at least Three Firms
Step 5. Evaluate Offers, Select Best Value Firm, and Place Order
The following ordering procedures were developed to assist our customer agencies in the purchase of services that are priced at hourly rates.
Procedures for Services Priced on GSA Schedules at Hourly Rates
The GSA has determined that the rates for services contained in our price list on the Federal Supply Schedule are fair and reasonable. However, the ordering office using this contract is responsible for considering the level of effort and mixes of labor proposed to perform specific tasks being ordered and for making a determination that the total firm-fixed price (FFP) or ceiling price is fair and reasonable. Delivery orders may be placed by either the Federal agency or the GSA Federal Supply Service. These ordering procedures take precedence over FAR 8.404.
When ordering services, ordering offices shall -----
1. Prepare a Request for Quote (RFQ):
A. Prepare a performance-based statement of work (SOW) that outlines the work to be performed, location of work, period performance, deliverables schedule, applicable standards, acceptable criteria and any special requirements (i.e., security clearances, travel, special knowledge).
B. Include, along with the SOW, a request for contractors to submit either a FFP or a ceiling price to perform the services described in the SOW. The FFP shall be based on the hourly rates in the Federal Supply Schedule contract and shall consider the mix of labor categories and level of effort required to perform the services described in the statement of work.
C. The FFP of the order may include any other incidental costs related to performance of the services ordered.
D. A firm-fixed price order shall be requested unless the ordering office makes a determination that it is not possible to estimate accurately the extent or duration of work or to anticipate cost with any reasonable degree of confidence. When such a determination is made, a labor hour quote may be requested. A ceiling price must be established for labor hour and time-and-material orders.
E. Reimbursements of travel costs at the rates provided in the Federal Travel or Joint Travel Regulation rates, or as a fixed-price incidental line item.
F. If necessary, contractors may be requested to submit a project plan and/or information on the contractor s experience and past performance on similar tasks.
G. Include information on the selection criteria and intended use of past performance factors.
Ordering offices should strive to minimize the contractor s cost associated with responding to RFQs. Tailor the RFQ to the minimum level necessary to make a best value selection. Oral presentations should be considered whenever possible.
2. Transmit the Request for Quote to Contractors
A. Evaluate catalogs and price lists to identify the contractors that appear to offer the best value.
B. Provide the RFQ to at least three (3) contractors if the order exceeds the micro-purchase level. If the order exceeds the maximum purchase threshold, send the RFQ to more than three contractors.
3. Evaluate quotes and select the contractor to receive an order
A. Evaluate contactors based on the factors identified in the RFQ.
B. Select the contractor that represents the best value to meet the Government s needs.
Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) for recurring services are encouraged when the following ordering procedures are followed.
A. All BPAs should define the services to be provided, delivery or performance time frames, billing procedures, and individual authorized to purchase under the BPA. The ordering office should establish discounts based on the projected volume of the orders,
B. State in the RFQ if a single BPA or multiple BPAs will be required and the basis for selecting the contractor to be awarded the BPAs.
1. Single BPAs are established when the ordering office can define the tasks to be ordered and determine a FFP or ceiling price for individual services or tasks to be performed. Authorized users may place the order directly under the established BPA. The best value contractor should be awarded the BPA.
If Multiple BPAs are needed by the ordering office, first determine which contractors are technically qualified before established the BPAs. Pricing can be established at this time or at the time the task orders are placed. The contractor that represents the best value should be awarded a BPA.
A. FAR 8.402 contemplates that GSA may occasionally find it necessary to establish special ordering procedures for individual Federal Supply Schedules or for some Special Item Numbers (SINs) within a Schedule. GSA has established special ordering procedures for services that are priced Federal Schedule contract at hourly rates. These special ordering procedures take precedence over the procedures in FAR 8.404.
B. When the ordering office s requirement involves both products as well as professional services; the ordering office should total the prices for the products and the firm-fixed price for the services and select the contractor that represents the greatest value in terms of meeting the ordering offices total needs.
C. The ordering office, should document orders purchased from the contractor and the amount paid. If other than a FFP order is placed, such documentation should include the basis for the determination to use a labor hour order. For agency requirements in excess of the micro-purchase threshold, the order file should document the evaluation of contractors quotes that formed the basis for the selection of the contractor that received the order and the rationale for any trade-offs made in making the selection.
I-FSS-125 Requirements Exceeding the Maximum Order (August 1997).
(a) In accordance with FAR 8.404, before placing an order that exceeds the maximum order threshold, ordering offices shall:
(1) Review additional Federal Supply Schedule, contractor s catalogs and/or price lists or use the GSA Advantage! on-line shopping service.
(2) Based on the initial evaluation, generally seek price reductions from the schedule contractor(s) appearing to provide the best value; and
(3) After price reductions have been sought, place the order with the schedule contractor that provides the best value and results in the lowest overall cost alternative. See FAR 8.804(a). If further price reductions are not offered, an order may still be placed if the ordering office determines it is appropriate.
(b)Vendors may:
(1) Offer a new lower price for the requirement (the price reduction clause is not applicable to orders placed over the maximum order in FAR 52.216-19);
(2) Offer the lowest price available under the contract; or
(3) Decline the order (The order must be returned in accordance with FAR 52.216-19).
(c) A delivery order that exceeds the maximum order may be placed with the contractor selected in accordance with FAR 8.804. The order will be placed under the contract.
SIN 874‑1: CONSULTING SERVICES
JAA will provide expert advice, assistance, guidance or counseling in support of agencies management, organizational and business improvement efforts. This may also include studies, analyses and reports documenting any proposed developmental, consultative or implementation efforts. Examples of consultation include but are not limited to:
strategic, business and action planning |
high performance work |
process and productivity improvement |
systems alignment |
leadership systems |
organizational assessments |
cycle time |
performance measures and indicators |
program audits, and evaluations |
SIN 874‑2: FACILITATION SERVICES
JJA will provide facilitation and related decision support services to agencies engaging in collaboration efforts, working groups, or integrated product, process, or self-directed teams. Agencies bringing together diverse teams and/or groups with common and divergent interests may require a neutral party to assist them in:
the use of problem solving techniques |
defining and refining the agenda |
debriefing and overall meeting planning |
resolving disputes, disagreements, and divergent views |
logistical meeting/conference support when performing technical facilitation |
convening and leading large and small group briefings and discussions |
providing a draft for the permanent record |
recording discussion content and focusing decision-making |
preparing draft and final reports for dissemination |
SIN 874‑7: PROGRAM INTEGRATION AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES
JJA will provide services in the management, integration, and programs and projects. These services may include, but are not limited to:
program management |
program oversight |
project management |
program integration (team leader) |
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H.S. Diploma + 4 years additional experience |
Equals |
Bachelors Degrees |
Bachelors Degree + 2 years additional experience |
Equals |
Masters Degree |
Masters Degree + 3 years additional experience |
Equals |
PhD |
Education Substitutions:
A Ph.D. may be substituted for 3 years of required experience with a Masters Degree or 4 years with a Bachelors Degree. |
A Masters Degree may be substituted for 2 years of required experience with a Bachelors Degree. |
A Bachelors Degree may be substituted for 5 years of required experience with a H.S. Diploma. |
TITLE: Director
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide technical direction for the design, action planning, implementation and performance measurement of projects
Provide technical expertise in relevant areas as needed in the implementation of project activities
Act as responsible party to client on all contractual and legal issues related to the design, implementation and performance measurement of the project
Act as JAA representative to the client and on behalf of entire project to others
Ensure high quality performance of overall project
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:
Advanced Degree (Masters or equivalent) in Business Administration, Management, Policy, Economics or a related field.
10+ years of experience in providing lead technical direction on projects of similar size and relevance; and experience in managing of complex project environments and diverse teams
TITLE: Senior Manager
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide technical direction on the design, action planning, implementation and performance measurement of the project
Provide leadership for entire project team (staff and consultants/specialists)
Coordinate of activities between project office and home office support staff
Handle any project issues that may arise with project implementation, changes to action plan and staff/consultant assignments in coordination with the Project Manager I and/or Project Manager II
Provide general project oversight
Provide leadership in a practice area relevant to project implementation
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:
Advanced Degree (Masters or equivalent) in Business Administration, Management, Policy, Economics or a related field
5+ years of experience in providing lead technical direction on projects of similar size and relevance; experience in managing of complex project environments and diverse teams; and experience in providing management and administrative backstopping support to projects in the US and overseas
Ability to work well managing teams of diverse members
TITLE: Project Manager II
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage day-to-day activities of project implementation including but not limited to: staff activities and consultant/specialist assignments
Coordinate implementation of specific project initiatives and objectives and provide leadership to staff members and consultants/specialists in the implementation of project goals and objectives
Manage quality control of deliverables, reports, presentations, and project performance measures
Coordinate regularly with JAA home office project support staff and the Senior Manager on project activities, research, consultant/specialist recruitment, etc.
Manage mobilization of project staff and technical consultants/sectoral specialists
Provide general technical, financial, management, and administrative support for the successful implementation of project goals and objectives
Conduct financial analysis of project budgets for review by Senior Manager
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:
Advanced Degree (Masters or equivalent)
3+ years of experience in providing management and administrative backstopping for projects in the US and overseas
TITLE: Project Manager I
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage day-to-day activities of project implementation including but not limited to: staff activities and consultant/specialist assignments
Coordinate implementation of specific project initiatives and objectives and provide leadership to staff members and consultants/specialists in the implementation of project goals and objectives
Manage quality control of deliverables, reports, presentations, and project performance measures
Coordinate regularly with JAA home office project support staff and the Senior Manager on project activities, research, consultant/specialist recruitment, etc.
Manage mobilization of project staff and technical consultants/sectoral specialists
Provide general technical, financial, management, and administrative support for the successful implementation of project goals and objectives
Conduct financial analysis of project budgets for review by Senior Manager
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelors Degree
1+ years of experience in providing management and administrative backstopping for projects in the US and overseas
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TITLE: Principal Consultant (Chief of Party/Team Leader)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Consultant I with Chief of Party/Team Leader responsibilities over project implementation.
Directly responsible for
o Management of team of staff and consultants in the field
o Day-to-day communications with the project client
o Overall quality control of project activities, short-term assignments, deliverables, reports, presentations, etc.
o Management and assurance of timely meeting deliverables and activities under the project work plan schedule according to planned milestones
Report to Director or Senior Manager as appropriate
Provide senior technical input and direction into project related work
Carry out technical work as per Consultant I labor category
Other responsibilities as required by projects
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:
Advanced Degree (Masters or equivalent) with 10+ years of experience in providing lead technical direction on projects of similar size and relevance; and experience in managing of complex project environments and diverse teams
TITLE: Consultant I V
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead field assignments on specific technical scopes of work related to their field of expertise
Key activities will include technical assistance in the relevant field of expertise related to:
o Information collection (research and interviews)
o Review of relevant studies, etc.
o Analysis
o Facilitation
o Advising/Guidance/Provide Recommendations
o Other related consulting services as required by the project
Generate relevant project reports, deliverables, presentations, etc. as required by the assignment scope of work
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:
Advanced Degree (Masters or equivalent) with 10+ years relevant experience
TITLE: Consultant III
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead field assignments on specific technical scopes of work related to their field of expertise
Key activities will include technical assistance in the relevant field of expertise related to:
o Information collection (research and interviews)
o Review of relevant studies, etc.
o Analysis
o Facilitation
o Advising/Guidance/Provides Recommendations
o Other related consulting services as required by the project
Assist other project consultants and technical specialists when necessary in the course of project implementation
Generate relevant project reports, deliverables, presentations, etc. as required by the assignment scope of work
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:
Advanced Degree (Masters or equivalent) with 7 years of relevant experience
TITLE: Consultant II
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead field assignments on specific technical scopes of work related to their field of expertise
Key activities will include technical assistance in the relevant field of expertise related to:
o Information collection (research and interviews)
o Review of relevant studies, etc.
o Analysis
o Facilitation
o Advising/Guidance/Provides Recommendations
o Other related consulting services as required by the project
Assist other project consultants and technical specialists when necessary in the course of project implementation
Generate relevant project reports, deliverables, presentations, etc. as required by the assignment scope of work
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelors Degree with 5 years of relevant experience
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TITLE: Consultant I
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead field assignments on specific technical scopes of work related to their field of expertise
Key activities will include technical assistance in the relevant field of expertise related to:
o Information collection (research and interviews)
o Review of relevant studies, etc.
o Analysis
o Facilitation
o Advising/Guidance/Provides Recommendations
o Other related consulting services
Assist other project consultants and technical specialists when necessary in the course of project implementation
Generate relevant project reports, deliverables, presentations, etc. as required by the assignment scope of work
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelors degree or relevant advanced technical training or certifications with 2 years of relevant experience
TITLE: Technical Specialist
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead field assignments on specific technical scopes of work related to their field of expertise, which are technically specific and particular in nature and involve a high degree of industry, process or other specialization.
Key activities will include technical assistance in the relevant field of expertise related to:
o Information collection (research and interviews)
o Review of relevant studies, etc.
o Analysis
o Facilitation
o Advising/Guidance/Recommendations
o Other related consulting services
Generate project reports, deliverables, presentations, etc. as required by the assignment scope of work
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:
15+ years experience
High level of expertise within a technical field
Has a demonstrated capacity in specialized sub-sector process, technology, field or other distinct expertise.
Does not require an advanced degree, however they must demonstrate their significant experience in a precise area of expertise
TITLE: Research/Support Assistant
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist in conducting research on various areas relevant to project implementation
Provide assistance to project staff and consultants
Other responsibilities are required
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelors Degree with 1 year of relevant experience.
Must be familiar with research resources such as book, database and web research.
TITLE: Project Administrative Support Staff
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support day-to-day activities of the project
Conduct research to support project activities
Coordinate study tours
Manage conferences in the US and overseas
Organize and edit project documents
Create invoices for payment
Process expenses (i.e., project office, staff and consultant/specialist expenses)
Assist with staff identification and mobilization
Draft contracts for project staff, consultants and technical specialists
Other responsibilities as required
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma; or as necessary advanced technical administrative/clerical training
2 years of experience in providing administrative support preferred
Experience with various platforms of office and document software services
TITLE: Master Facilitator
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide presentations on a variety of issues related to the implementation of project activities
Facilitate dialogue processes at workshops, conferences, etc.
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:
20+ years experience
Does not require a specific degree to be held, but must demonstrate an outstanding knowledge of the content related to the presentation and also an ability to effectively facilitate dialogue.
TITLE: Senior Facilitator
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide presentations on a variety of issues related to the implementation of project activities
Facilitate dialogue processes at workshops, conferences, etc.
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:
15+ years experience
Does not require a specific degree to be held, but must demonstrate an outstanding knowledge of the content related to the presentation and also an ability to effectively facilitate dialogue.
SINs |
Labor Category |
04/28/04 - 04/27/05 |
04/28/05 - 04/27/06 |
04/28/06 - 04/27/07 |
04/28/07 - 04/27/08 |
04/28/08 - 04/27/09 |
874-1, -2, -7 |
Director |
$168.07 |
$174.79 |
$181.78 |
$189.06 |
$196.62 |
874-1, -2, -7 |
Senior Manager |
$138.80 |
$144.35 |
$150.12 |
$156.13 |
$162.37 |
874-1, -2, -7 |
Project Manager I |
$120.60 |
$125.42 |
$130.44 |
$135.66 |
$141.08 |
874-1, -2, -7 |
Project Manager II |
$87.93 |
$91.44 |
$95.10 |
$98.90 |
$102.86 |
874-1, -2, -7 |
Principal Consultant (Chief of Party) |
$168.07 |
$174.79 |
$181.78 |
$189.06 |
$196.62 |
874-1, -2, -7 |
Consultant IV |
$160.23 |
$166.64 |
$173.30 |
$180.24 |
$187.45 |
874-1, -2, -7 |
Consultant III |
$120.60 |
$125.42 |
$130.44 |
$135.66 |
$141.08 |
874-1, -2, -7 |
Consultant II |
$98.03 |
$101.95 |
$106.03 |
$110.27 |
$114.68 |
874-1, -2, -7 |
Consultant I |
$87.93 |
$91.44 |
$95.10 |
$98.90 |
$102.86 |
874-1, -2, -7 |
Technical Specialist |
$160.23 |
$166.64 |
$173.30 |
$180.24 |
$187.45 |
874-1, -2, -7 |
Research / Support Assistant |
$81.47 |
$84.73 |
$88.12 |
$91.64 |
$95.31 |
874-1, -2, -7 |
Project Administrative Support Staff |
$52.75 |
$54.86 |
$57.06 |
$59.34 |
$61.71 |
874-1, -2, -7 |
Master Facilitator |
$612.50 |
$637.00 |
$662.48 |
$688.98 |
$716.54 |
874-1, -2, -8 |
Senior Facilitator |
$275.63 |
$286.66 |
$298.12 |
$310.05 |
$322.45 |