DIRECTOR OF ENGAGEMENT

Summary The Africa Center is the pre-eminent Department of Defense institution for strategic security studies, research, and outreach in Africa. The Africa Center engages African partner states and institutions through rigorous academic and outreach programs that build strategic capacity and foster long-term, collaborative relationships. This is a Title 10 Excepted Service Appointment. Appointment is not to exceed 3 years with the possibility for extension. Learn more about this agency Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be a U.S. Citizen Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or be exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.ssa.gov/) Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit The position is governed by 10 USC 1595 and NDUI 1416.0l dated March 2017. Must be able and willing to travel both domestically and internationally. Travel is seldom required. 20-30% of the time. The incumbent must be able to successfully obtain and maintain a Secret clearance. Qualifications To qualify for this position, you must: Possesses an earned Master's degree in International Relations, Public Policy, African Studies or a related field. Experience as a leader and supervisor with at least 10 years experience managing a team of at least 5 or more subordinates. Supervisory experience administering and conducting performance counseling, career counseling and professional development for team members, and preparing performance appraisals. A minimum of 10 years professional experience working on African political, security, or development issues. Extensive knowledge of U.S.-Africa policy. Experience living and working on the African continent. Possess excellent oral and written communications skills in the English language with a demonstrated ability to express clear, concise concepts and findings. Preferred qualifications include: Possesses a PhD in International Relations, Public Policy, African Studies or a related field. Established network of professional contacts, especially with African security sector institutions, think tanks, universities, NGOs, strategic centers, diplomatic community. Fluency in French or Portuguese. Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills, and can provide valuable training and experience that translates to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education Education Requirement: Must possess an earned Master's degree in International Relations, Public Policy, African Studies, or related field. Official Transcripts: Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if the position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified PRIOR to appointment, if selected for the role. * An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence PRIOR to appointment. Qualifying education from colleges and universities in foreign countries must be evaluated in terms of equivalency to that acquired in U.S. colleges and universities. Applicants educated in whole or in part in foreign countries must submit sufficient evidence, including transcripts, to an accredited private organization for an equivalency evaluation of course work and degree. You must provide a copy of the letter containing the results of the equivalency evaluation upon request. Failure to provide such documentation when requested will result in lost consideration. For more information regarding evaluation of foreign education for federal employment, please visit the U.S. Department of Education. Additional information NDU has a comprehensive benefits package that includes retirement, social security, and thrift savings; health, life, and long term care insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays. NDU employees enjoy flexible work schedules, transit subsidy, and the opportunity to telecommute. Background or Security Investigation: This is a Non-critical Sensitive position which requires a background investigation. The individual selected for this position is required to obtain and maintain a Secret security determination to occupy a Non-critical Sensitive position within the agency as a condition of employment. Initial Probationary Period: You will be required to serve an initial probationary period of 18 months. Supervisory Probationary Period: You will be required to serve an supervisory probationary period of one year if one has not already been completed. Reemployed Annuitants: Department of Defense has the authority to hire annuitants without reduction in pay. For more information, go to: http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/corres/pdf/1400.25-V300.pdf All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply on-line, you may contact 317-212-4434 for assistance. Read more Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.