Employer: Peace Corps
Location: Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Regional Security Advisor, FP-0301-5/4/3
Job Description
PRIOR INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITY OR RELATED WORK: Individuals who have been engaged in certain intelligence activity or related work or who have been employed by or connected with an intelligence agency are ineligible for employment with Peace Corps. Acceptance of employment with Peace Corps precludes employment by certain intelligence organizations for a specific period of time,
determined by the employing agency, after Peace Corps employment ceases. APPLICANTS WITH CIA CONNECTIONS. CLICK ON LINK BELOW FOR INFORMATION ABOUT HOW TO PROCEED.
This is an Excepted Service Appointment. Initial appointments to the Peace Corps are normally for 60 months (5 years). Employees are paid on the Foreign Service pay scale and receive the same benefits as other Federal employees. A background security investigation will be required for all hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant’s successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.Qualified internal applicants will receive first consideration.
If you are a current Peace Corps employee, you must select “I am a federal civilian employee” in the Eligibilities section of the application. You must also select “Peace Corps” as your Employer Name. An incorrect response may result in your being found ineligible for this vacancy.
PEACE CORPS EMPLOYEES, INCLUDING TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES AND PERSONAL SERVICES CONTRACTORS, ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.
Duties:
This position is located in the Peace Corps Europe, Mediterranean and Asia Region Office, reporting directly to the Regional Director. As a member of the regional senior management team, the incumbent works closely with Country Desk Units (CDUs), members of the Office of Medical Services, the Counselling and Outreach Unit, Office of Safety and Security, and with Country Directors (CDs) and other appropriate Post staff members. The position will also act as a liaison with the Peace Corps Safety and Security Officers (PCSSOs). The incumbent is managed on a day to day basis and reports directly to the Regional Director. The Office of Safety and Security provides technical oversight for the position, including developing the scope of work, establishing performance standards, and developing and overseeing professional development, including the delivery of required training. The role of the Regional Security Advisor is to provide technical support to Regional senior managers in developing, integrating, and monitoring Regional safety and security activities, trainings, data compilation and analysis, and other relevant initiatives (i.e., early warning systems) into the Volunteer Safety Support System that are consistent with the policies and procedures set forth by the agency. In addition, under the direction of the Regional Director and ChOps, the incumbent will be available for emergency preparation and planning, crisis management preparation, and emergency or crisis response.Identifies and resolves problems related to agency programs or services.
Provides advice and guidance, including interpretations, opinions, or decisions, regarding programs or policies. Consultations involve assessment of program or policy conditions, phenomena, or anomalies.
Performs work related to developing and maintaining relationships with stakeholders in various levels of government, private industry, and/or academic institutions to communicate and disseminate information about program mission and activities.
Analyzes organizational policies and procedures, and makes recommendations for improvements. Develops a variety of written materials pertaining to service operations
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Location: Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Regional Security Advisor, FP-0301-5/4/3
Job Description
PRIOR INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITY OR RELATED WORK: Individuals who have been engaged in certain intelligence activity or related work or who have been employed by or connected with an intelligence agency are ineligible for employment with Peace Corps. Acceptance of employment with Peace Corps precludes employment by certain intelligence organizations for a specific period of time,
determined by the employing agency, after Peace Corps employment ceases. APPLICANTS WITH CIA CONNECTIONS. CLICK ON LINK BELOW FOR INFORMATION ABOUT HOW TO PROCEED.
This is an Excepted Service Appointment. Initial appointments to the Peace Corps are normally for 60 months (5 years). Employees are paid on the Foreign Service pay scale and receive the same benefits as other Federal employees. A background security investigation will be required for all hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant’s successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.Qualified internal applicants will receive first consideration.
If you are a current Peace Corps employee, you must select “I am a federal civilian employee” in the Eligibilities section of the application. You must also select “Peace Corps” as your Employer Name. An incorrect response may result in your being found ineligible for this vacancy.
PEACE CORPS EMPLOYEES, INCLUDING TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES AND PERSONAL SERVICES CONTRACTORS, ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.
Duties:
This position is located in the Peace Corps Europe, Mediterranean and Asia Region Office, reporting directly to the Regional Director. As a member of the regional senior management team, the incumbent works closely with Country Desk Units (CDUs), members of the Office of Medical Services, the Counselling and Outreach Unit, Office of Safety and Security, and with Country Directors (CDs) and other appropriate Post staff members. The position will also act as a liaison with the Peace Corps Safety and Security Officers (PCSSOs). The incumbent is managed on a day to day basis and reports directly to the Regional Director. The Office of Safety and Security provides technical oversight for the position, including developing the scope of work, establishing performance standards, and developing and overseeing professional development, including the delivery of required training. The role of the Regional Security Advisor is to provide technical support to Regional senior managers in developing, integrating, and monitoring Regional safety and security activities, trainings, data compilation and analysis, and other relevant initiatives (i.e., early warning systems) into the Volunteer Safety Support System that are consistent with the policies and procedures set forth by the agency. In addition, under the direction of the Regional Director and ChOps, the incumbent will be available for emergency preparation and planning, crisis management preparation, and emergency or crisis response.Identifies and resolves problems related to agency programs or services.
Provides advice and guidance, including interpretations, opinions, or decisions, regarding programs or policies. Consultations involve assessment of program or policy conditions, phenomena, or anomalies.
Performs work related to developing and maintaining relationships with stakeholders in various levels of government, private industry, and/or academic institutions to communicate and disseminate information about program mission and activities.
Analyzes organizational policies and procedures, and makes recommendations for improvements. Develops a variety of written materials pertaining to service operations
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