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Summary The National Science Foundation is seeking qualified candidates for an Interdisciplinary (Associate Program Director) position within the Office of the Director (OD), Office of International Science and Engineering (OISE) in Alexandria, VA. For more information on OD please click here. For more information on OISE please click here. This Vacancy will close on January 2, 2025, or whenever 50 applications are received, whichever occurs first. Responsibilities This position is for an Associate Program Director in the Office of the Director, Office of International Science and Engineering (OISE) at the National Science Foundation (NSF). The Associate Program Director has three key areas of responsibility. The first is science diplomacy, which includes representing NSF's interests to a range of international and interagency entities. The second is to interpret relevant scientific, political, economic, social, and other significant international developments and advise NSF leadership, staff and external stakeholders on how these developments impact NSF research, education and innovation activity in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields. The third is to develop and oversee programs that enhance STEM research excellence, workforce development, and innovation activities through international cooperation. All three responsibilities require the ability to establish and maintain an understanding of domestic and international STEM ecosystems to include the agencies/ministries responsible for basic and use-inspired funding in STEM fields. Consistent with OISE's unique mission within NSF this position is expected require the incumbent to serve as an official representative of the United States Government (USG) with representatives from a range of foreign entities (e.g., governments, academia, and private sector). Diplomatic poise is critical for this position. Specific Duties Include: Science Diplomacy - Representation and Management of International Science and Technology Activities Monitors and contributes to advice on scientific, political, economic, social, and other significant international developments that may affect the NSF, its international collaborations and the U.S. research, education, and innovation community it serves. Works with OISE leadership and Program Directors to establish and maintain relationships with foreign counterparts, embassies and other representatives of assigned countries, science officers at U.S. embassies in assigned countries, and members of the U.S. STEM research, education and innovation community. Drafts agreements or memoranda of understanding as appropriate to ensure the interests of NSF and the U.S. STEM research, education and innovation community are properly served. Represents OISE, NSF and the USG, sometimes on short notice, to internal and external audiences from multiple sectors (e.g., governments, academia, and private sector). -Intra-agency and Inter-agency Coordination In coordination with OISE leadership and Program Directors and other NSF colleagues, identifies, designs, and pursues opportunities for international collaboration and engagement strategies consistent with NSF's mission and vision. As appropriate, prepares recommendations, remarks and briefing materials for OISE, Directorate and NSF leadership for intra-agency and inter-agency contexts, with moderate oversight from the OISE management team. International Activity Analysis Contributes to the collection, interpretation, review, and communication of information internally and externally on relevant trends in foreign STEM research, education and innovation, or events abroad that impact NSF and the U.S. STEM research, education, and innovation ecosystem. Stays updated on opportunities and barriers for U.S. researchers to engage in cooperative work with foreign counterparts. Participates in special studies concerning issues or program areas of expertise as necessary. Program Development and Implementation -Program Planning and Direction In coordination with the supervisor and as appropriate, contributes to recommendations on budgets and plans for programs that strengthen U.S. STEM research, education, and innovation through international cooperation. In collaboration with other NSF staff and, where applicable, international counterparts, contributes to the development of solicitations, Dear Colleague Letters, memoranda of understanding, and other program planning and implementation activities. As assigned, assists in overseeing the solicitation, merit review, decision, and monitoring of awards consistent with NSF policies and procedures. -Program Solicitation, Proposal Review, and Award Management Working with Program Directors, solicits proposals from the research community and other stakeholders, and responds to questions from prospective investigators about the solicitation. As assigned, works with Program Directors to manage the proposal review process in accordance with merit review procedures, quality standards, and applicable timelines. Contributes to programmatic opportunities to broaden participation in STEM research, education, and innovation through international cooperation. Works with Program Directors to evaluate proposals and prepare recommendations for awards or declinations. Requirements Conditions of Employment This position is outside the competitive civil service. You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement. All online applicants must provide a valid email address. If your email address is inaccurate or your mailbox is full/blocked, you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. This position is in the bargaining unit represented by AFGE Local 3403. The Selected Candidate(s) may be subject to a background investigation. Qualifications Candidates must have a Ph.D. in a relevant STEM field plus after award of the Ph.D., four or more years of successful research, research administration, and/or managerial experience pertinent to the position; OR a Master's degree in a relevant STEM field plus after award of the degree, six or more years of successful research, research administration, and/or managerial experience pertinent to the position. Relevant STEM fields include biological, mathematical, physical, social, behavioral and economic sciences, computer and information science and engineering, engineering, geosciences, and STEM education research. Education Please refer to the Qualifications section. If your degree was obtained from a foreign institution, please also submit the certification from the Association for International Credential Evaluation Professionals, or certification equivalency. Additional Information Relocation expenses MAY be paid contingent upon the availability of funds. This announcement is open to current NSF employees who meet citizenship and eligibility requirements. Please note: NSF IPA's are not considered agency employees and are not eligible to apply. It is NSF policy that NSF personnel employed at or IPAs detailed to NSF are not permitted to participate in foreign government talent recruitment programs. Failure to comply with this NSF policy could result in disciplinary action up to & including removal from Federal Service or termination of an IPA assignment & referral to the Office of Inspector General. Foreign Talent Definitions This announcement is open to All US Citizens who meet citizenship and eligibility requirements. Federal Appropriations Law requires that Non-Citizens meet certain eligibility criteria to be considered. Therefore, Non-Citizens must certify eligibility by signing and attaching this Citizenship Affidavit to their application. Non-citizens who do not provide the affidavit at the time of application will not be considered. This announcement may be used to fill like positions in other organizations within the National Science Foundation. NSF has determined that all of its positions are eligible for telework. Work suitable for telework depends on job duties; therefore, employees must receive approval from their supervisor for telework and have a telework agreement in place. Entering into a telework agreement is voluntary.