POLICY ANALYST

Your tasks

Develops, refines and implements the USNORTHCOM strategic vision for WPS. Implements WPS outreach activities, workshops, and/or conferences that integrate command, Area of Responsibility (AOR), and intergovernmental organization partners towards end states. Develops recommendations for planning and programming decisions in appropriate formats to meet DAF and/or USNORTHCOM requirements. Establishes a network of trained Gender Focal Points within the USNORTHCOM Headquarters and subordinate units and acts as support, coach and reach back for component Gender Focal Points. Conducts and coordinates gender analyses to inform theater and functional strategies and competition, crisis, and combat plans and operations, in accordance with policy guidance.

Requirements

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-13, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes: 1. professional working knowledge of WPS concepts, principles, and practices, such as: Participation of women in peace and security; protection of women and girls from violence; inclusion of women in conflict prevention; equal access to relief and recovery before, during, and after conflict and crisis; protection of human rights; equal application of the rule of law; and incorporation of a gender perspective into peace and security efforts, that enable the position to use experienced judgment in the performance of duties; 2. expert knowledge of the problem-solving techniques of the field and legal framework surrounding issues; a high level of skill in interpreting laws, policies, and concepts within the program area, where accepted methods and principles are questioned or challenged; and resolving broad and difficult issues; 3. professional knowledge of DoD policies and directives to accomplish overall WPS program objectives and goals.

FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-14 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Expert knowledge in one or more functional program(s) related to the WPS portfolio (to include such areas as gender based violence, women's participation in peace and security processes, and conflict-related sexual violence), strategic planning, change management, and implementation processes to include relating objectives, goals, and initiatives to identified strategies. 2. Knowledge of qualitative and/or quantitative methods to assess the effectiveness of programs and policies to improve the management of component's WPS-related programs. 3. Skill in fostering collaborative relationships both within and outside the organization and clearly communicating complex material both orally and in writing. 4. Knowledge of WPS guidance and mandates, to include United Nations Security Council Resolutions 1325 and related resolutions, United States (U.S.) Legislation, WPS Strategy, and DoD WPS Strategy. 5. Skill in developing mechanisms and navigating organizational processes to institutionalize gender and human security information within an organization's objectives and mission. 6. Ability to develop, organize, manage and/or conduct complex and ambiguous research studies, present findings, options, and recommendations to the executive-level and to develop and/or implement WPS-related programs, education and training plans, and curriculum and apply gender analysis to national security problem sets and interpret its relevance to U.S. military objectives.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Conditions of Employment (Cont.): An advanced degree in the relevant subject area(s), preferably in Gender, Social Work, Social Sciences, International Development, Education, Human Resources, DEIA, Humanitarian Response (or an interdisciplinary degree combining any of these or related fields of study with an emphasis on critical theory of social structures) is highly desired. YA002 = Eligible for situational telework only, including Ad hoc, Emergency, or OPM prescribed "Unscheduled" Telework. This eligibility is separate and distinct from the employee's eligibility. A civilian employee's telework arrangement may be terminated at the discretion of the supervisor or at the employee's request. *****************ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR ACTIVE DUTY SERVICES MEMBERS***************** ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act requires federal agencies to treat an eligible active duty service member as a veteran, disabled veteran, and preference eligible (as applicable) when applying for civil service positions before the effective release or discharge date. Appointment of military members before the release or discharge date is permissible if the member is on terminal leave. At the time the active duty member applies for a civil position, he or she must submit a "certification" memo in lieu of a DD-Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. Active duty members applying for a civil service position without submitting a valid certification memo or DD-Form 214 with their application will render the member ineligible for the position. The certification memo must originate from the member's military service branch on official letterhead and contain the following:

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Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. Summary: The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Gender Advisor (GENAD) expert for implementation of a gender perspective in military operations in accordance with the U.S. Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Act of 2017, U.S. Strategy on WPS, and DoD WPS guidance.

• Name/Rank/Grade of Service Member Branch of Armed Forces
• Dates of Active Service (Start and End Date(s)
• Expected Date of Discharge/Release from Active Duty
• Terminal leave start date (if applicable)
• Expected character of service (honorable or general) and type of separation (i.e. separation or retirement)
• Must be certified within 120 days of anticipated discharge
• Signature by, or by direction of the adjutant, personnel office, unit commander, or higher headquarters commander.

Note: The VOW Act provides tentative preference. If appointed, a DD Form-214 must be submitted upon receipt