Administrative Professional - Travel - USAID

WWC Global is seeking an Administrative Professional - Travel to support USAID’s newly-formed Bureau for Democracy, Human Rights, and Governance for a period of twelve (12) months, with the possibility of extension.

The DRG Bureau provides technical advice and support to USAID missions implementing programs in democracy, human rights, and governance (DRG); generates and disseminates knowledge to build the DRG evidence base; and elevates the role of DRG in key USAID, U.S. Government, and multilateral strategies. The functions of the Bureau are described in ADS 101, though it is being updated as the DRG Bureau operationalizes. The operationalization of the DRG Bureau will not affect the scope of work of this position. The candidate will be responsible for providing travel support for program-funded staff and for providing additional general administrative duties supporting DRG Bureau program implementation. Additionally, the Administrative Professional -Travel will provide backup support to other DRG Bureau administrative functions such as correspondence, human resources, and financial management as required.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting travel needs at USAID’s DRG Bureau in Washington DC.
• Preparing travel authorizations.
• Processing applications and requests for renewals of Diplomatic and Official passports.
• Assisting with the preparation and review of travel vouchers for staff.
• Informing staff of DRG Bureau travel procedures. Provide training and/or presentations as needed and prepare responses to frequently asked questions.
• Ensuring the maintenance of hard and electronic files and assisting in maintaining tracking systems for travel related documents such as: travel authorizations, vouchers, scanned passports, photos, medical evacuation policy information, etc.
• Maintaining office travel budget and projected travel spreadsheet and provide travel report updates as requested.
• Knowledgeable on all Federal, USAID, GSA and State Department and mission specific travel regulations and allowances.
• Establishing and maintaining effective and productive working relationships with administrative and financial personnel in USAID Missions, financial management offices, regional financial management service centers, USAID Travel Office, and the Agency’s Travel Agent to facilitate the timely processing of requests and resolution of problems encountered.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

Work Environment:

• Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone and printers) and /or occasional Loud noise (airfield, large equipment).
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to sit, stand, talk, and hear.
• Employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to operate a computer.
  
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  

Travel:

• 0-10% / Minimal travel.

WWC Global, a Pequot company, is a tribally-owned firm providing management consulting services to U.S. government agencies.

Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Native Americans and spouses in all phases of employment.

At WWC Global, our employees are the embodiment of our success as a firm. Our team is comprised of a tenacious group of diverse professionals located across the globe. It includes military veterans and spouses of active duty troops, former federal employees, policy experts, academics, attorneys, and technical and business experts, all of whom share a strong work ethic and the skills to succeed in both collaborative and independent environments. WWC Global is invested in the long-term success of both our clients and colleagues for the right reasons. Our dedication to putting good government into practice is underpinned by a merit-based culture that measures success by productivity and credibility.

WWC Global will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants who are unable to utilize our online application system due to a disability. Please send your request to WWC Global HR at hr@wwcglobal.com.

WWC Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer – we do not discriminate based on age, race, national or ethnic origin, gender, veterans status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected class. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Equal Employment Opportunity and Employee Polygraph