Development InfoStructure LLC., (DEVIS) provides exceptional DevSecOps integration in our agile software development and embedded software solutions, combined with comprehensive IT management and consulting services to our federal, state, and local governments. The outcomes of our research and development, products and universe of services will support the international development community, multiple civilian agencies and the nation’s defense and intelligence communities. Our focused research, services and products include complex DevSecOps solutions to support refugee processing across multiple federal agencies, research and development for Signal Intelligence (SIGINT), Command, Control, Communications, Computers and Intelligence (C4I), Data Analytics, and Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) development and sensor capabilities supporting both the aerospace/defense and intelligence communities, as well as complex HHS comprehensive care coding requirements, and integrated management systems for our countries civilian agencies (FAA, FDIC, HOR, etc.).
Our primary mission is to best serve the needs of our clients by solutioning with our stakeholder teams to ensure that the goals and objectives of our customers are proactively solutioned, such that opportunities to invest our time in developing long-term solutions and assets are abundant and move our clients forward efficiently.
At DEVIS, we are enthusiastic about our research, our work and embracing an environment where all are supported in the mission, while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Overview
Development InfoStructure (Devis) is seeking a Contract Specialist to manage Personal Service Contracts (PSCs) for a proposal position, contingent upon contract award, to play a pivotal role in overseeing PSCs, ensuring compliance with USAID regulations, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and other governing policies. This individual will support solicitation development, contract award and administration, contributing to USAID’s mission by enabling effective program implementation.
Primary Duties
- Provide expert guidance on acquisition processes for PSCs.
- Draft, negotiate, and execute PSC solicitations, awards, modifications, and close-outs in compliance with applicable regulations.
- Manage PSC contracts to ensure their compliance with USAID, U.S. Government, and other applicable regulations, laws and procedures.
- Address potential conflicts of interest, ethical concerns, and policy compliance issues proactively.
- Serve as a liaison between USAID and stakeholders to address inquiries, provide technical assistance, and resolve contractual issues.
- Support training and capacity building for USAID staff and partners on PSC policies and best practices.
- Maintain detailed records of contract files in compliance with US Government and USAID standards.
- Generate timely and accurate reports on procurement activities, status updates, and compliance reviews.
- Develop and update standard operating procedures to improve efficiency and consistency in PSC processes.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Procurement, Law, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in acquisition and assistance, federal contracting, or related roles, preferably within USAID or other federal agencies.
- Comprehensive knowledge of FAR, AIDAR, ADS, and OMB regulations related to PSCs.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple awards simultaneously.
- Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and acquisition management systems such as GLAAS.
- Experience recruiting for USAID.
- Experience hiring, managing or working with PSCs.
- Experience with computer systems, including web-based applications, especially Microsoft Office 365.
- Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance.
Desired Qualifications
- Knowledge of international development practices and principles.
- Experience in co-employment models, particularly within USAID.
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 and ISO 56002 standards for quality and innovation management.
Top Skills
What We Do
Development InfoStructure, LLC. (Devis) is a leading provider of IT consulting services and solutions to the Federal, State and Local Governments, as well as the international development community.
Devis helps maximize your return on IT investment by:
1) working with the best-adapted programming languages, databases and other solutions for your specific project;
2) actively supporting the open source community; and
3) using and promoting open technology standards.
Devis has extensive experience with world wide software deployments and support.
Our systems operate in more than 80 countries, and in every federal department. Devis-built systems involve the full vertical spectrum of users from data entry clerks to Governement managers to Congress
