Design, Monitoring and Evaluation (DME) Advisor
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), is soliciting applications for a Design, Monitoring and Evaluation (DME) Advisor as a Personal Services Contractor (PSC) in Mexico City, Mexico. This role provides strategic guidance and technical support for INL Mexico projects. The position offers a salary range of $102,409-$150,391 (FS-02/GS-14 equivalent). Applications are due April 15, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The DME Advisor will report to the CORE Chief and is responsible for:
- Providing direction and oversight to DME staff (up to 5 LE staff).
- Leading the development of evaluations, indicators, surveys, and learning practices.
- Ensuring robust project management practices and systematic documentation of lessons learned.
- Designing and updating policies for project and program review.
- Collaborating with INL Mexico staff and leadership to support DME processes.
- Designing user-friendly reporting systems and visual dashboards.
- Supporting project proposal development and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Analyzing project data, recommending performance improvements, and facilitating data-driven discussions.
- Developing relationships with Government of Mexico officials to improve data reporting.
- Preparing and presenting reports to key stakeholders (White House, Ambassador, Congress, INL leadership).
- Serving as a liaison to other INL DME teams and as a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) on DME-related contracts.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Personal Services Contract (PSC)
- Period of Performance: 12 months from award, with four (4) optional one-year extensions.
- Salary: FS-02 equivalent ($102,409 - $150,391).
- Issuance Date: April 1, 2026
- Closing Date: April 15, 2026, 3:00 PM ET
- Place of Performance: U.S. Embassy Mexico City, Mexico (with up to 25% travel).
- Set-Aside: Open to U.S. Citizens.
Minimum Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain Secret (potentially Top Secret) security clearance.
- Bachelor's degree + 5 years, or Master's degree + 3 years, in DME of foreign assistance/similar programs, project management, and identifying business needs/solutions.
- Minimum two (2) years of supervisory experience.
- Demonstrated ability to organize complex information and knowledge of M&E methodologies.
Evaluation Factors (Total 70 points)
- Factor 1: Expertise in Design, Monitoring and Evaluation (20 points)
- Factor 2: Expertise in Project Management (20 points)
- Factor 3: Expertise in Business Analytics, Data Analytics, and Information Management Systems (15 points)
- Factor 4: Collaboration and Leadership (15 points) - Professional-level Spanish proficiency preferred.
Interviews account for an additional 30 points, with professional reference checks on a Pass/Fail basis.
Submission Requirements
Applicants must submit:
- Form SF-171 (Completed and signed).
- Complete Resume (detailing paid/non-paid experience, dates, locations, hours, duties, supervisors, education, citizenship).
- Evaluation Factor Document (addressing each factor, limited to 500 words per factor).
- Three Professional References (names, phone, email of current/previous supervisors).
Proposals must not exceed twenty (20) pages and should be emailed as one PDF attachment to INLPSCTeam@state.gov.
Benefits & Allowances
Benefits include FICA/Medicare, health/life insurance contributions, leave, 401K, and Worker's Compensation. Applicable allowances may include Temporary Quarters Subsistence, Housing, Post, Education, and Danger Pay.