Program Manager - Personal Services Contractor

Quick Summary

The U.S. Department of the Treasury, Office of Technical Assistance (OTA) is seeking Program Managers to serve as full-time Personal Services Contractors for its Washington, DC-based technical assistance program. These roles support OTA's mission to provide technical assistance to developing and transitional countries in areas like banking, budget, economic crimes, debt, and revenue administration. The position requires significant international travel (approximately 25-30%). Applications are due by February 15, 2026.

Scope of Position

Program Managers will work closely with OTA leadership and advisors to support the assessment, design, and monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) of technical assistance projects. Key responsibilities include:

• Program Management and Administration: Team support, leadership, project budgeting, and financial monitoring.
• Project Design, Monitoring & Evaluation Support: Coordinating conceptualization and structuring of effective technical assistance projects, liaising with OTA's MEL team, and external evaluation coordination.
• Team Learning and Communication: Facilitating team learning, knowledge sharing (including annual Team Engagement Plan and Communities of Practice), conference planning, technology utilization, and strategic communications.

Qualifications

Candidates must have proven experience managing multiple administrative tasks in demanding, time-sensitive work environments, with experience in foreign assistance in developing/transitional economies, international technical assistance coordination, budget development, and monitoring and evaluation. Required skills include:

• Project Design: Experience in assessing programs, designing impactful interventions, formulating logical frameworks, and establishing M&E goals.
• Resource Management: Ability to determine detailed requirements for funds, workforce, and equipment; experience with budget development and execution.
• Communication: Proficiency in oral and written communication, including translating technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
• Systems Proficiency: Skilled in management tools, software, and information sharing systems like SharePoint.
• Independence and Teamwork: Ability to work independently and as a team member, take initiative, meet deadlines, and be flexible and adaptive.
• Organizational Skills: Excellent time management and organizational abilities.

Additionally, strong interpersonal skills, information management, judgment, analytical abilities, time management under tight deadlines, problem-solving, and negotiation skills are essential. Best qualified candidates will possess subject matter experience in at least one of OTA's five functional areas, international work experience (particularly in developing/emerging markets), familiarity with public financial management, and a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred).

Contract Details & Submission

These are Personal Services Contractor positions, not civil service. U.S. citizenship is required.

• Salary: In accordance with program regulations, the current hourly rate ranges from $57.78 to $89.65 based on demonstrated salary history.
• Security Clearance: Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Travel: Requires State Department medical clearance for worldwide travel.
• Solicitation Number: 2032K826R00006
• Application Deadline: February 15, 2026 (open and continuous until this date).
• How to Apply: Submit a cover letter and resume via email to recruitment@ota.treas.gov. The subject line must be: "Solicitation 2032K826R00006 – Program Manager – Applicant’s Last Name, First Name." Companies should not submit on behalf of individuals. All contractors, if hired, must obtain a Unique Entity Identifier and maintain SAM registration.