 Performance-driven procurement official accountable for effectively managing acquisition and procurements for USAID. Served as a member of the senior leadership team responsible for procurement and contractual negotiations with the Industry Partners, the Government of Mozambique, Civil Society actors, and other donor groups. Employed strong knowledge of purchasing processes and procurement efficiency methods to execute a wide range of leadership and support functions. Met and exceeded… Show more  Performance-driven procurement official accountable for effectively managing acquisition and procurements for USAID. Served as a member of the senior leadership team responsible for procurement and contractual negotiations with the Industry Partners, the Government of Mozambique, Civil Society actors, and other donor groups. Employed strong knowledge of purchasing processes and procurement efficiency methods to execute a wide range of leadership and support functions. Met and exceeded operational/procurement goals and expectations while working efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic, and team-based environment. Championed successful business strategies, spearheaded and led the procurement office with a portfolio of 90+ awards with a lifecycle value of over $1.5B. Leveraged subject matter expertise to motivate, lead, and direct a multifaceted staff of 11 in providing acquisition and assistance support to USAID Mozambique Mission, a top 10 largest and most complex Mission in Southern Africa. Received, analyzed, and reviewed all high-priority procurement documents, including contracts to ensure compliance with Federal and Agency regulations. Within eight months, turned around an unproductive staff into a more engaged, appreciated, and supported team, resulting in a 22% reduction in Procurement Lead Time. Exhibited sound judgment while serving as principal acquisition and assistance expert in providing acquisition and assistance leadership to the Mission leadership. Built and cultivated strategic relationships with staff while mentoring and coaching seasoned teams and new acquisition and assistance specialists. Show less

 Leveraged exceptional critical thinking, time management, and organizational skills to serve as Senior Warranted Contracting and Agreement Officer managing the Health and Infrastructure Portfolios for the then largest Mission within USAID. Employed strong knowledge and expertise to lead and direct all procurement activities for the health and infrastructure offices. Ensure alignment with established service and quality requirements. Surpassed operational productivity by closely… Show more  Leveraged exceptional critical thinking, time management, and organizational skills to serve as Senior Warranted Contracting and Agreement Officer managing the Health and Infrastructure Portfolios for the then largest Mission within USAID. Employed strong knowledge and expertise to lead and direct all procurement activities for the health and infrastructure offices. Ensure alignment with established service and quality requirements. Surpassed operational productivity by closely monitoring and managing 25 awards for a total value of $1.45B that provided critical services in power generation, architecture and engineering, road construction, health delivery, and research and development.  Within three (3) months, facilitated an 18% cost reduction. Corrected an improperly structured major Architectural and Engineering (A&E) contract for the mission. Selected and empowered to lead and direct a multi-million-dollar contract to build a 165KM power transmission line in northern Afghanistan. Within six (6) months, facilitated a turnaround in staff performance, rebuilt team morale, and within one year assisted the personnel in question to become one of the top performing members of the team. Leveraged subject matter expertise to spearhead and lead the mission's first-ever Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) that led to the construction of about 500mw reliable and affordable power for the Afghan People.  Worked with the Afghan government and industry experts. Oversaw, led, and directed a multifaceted team of three (3) contracting officers and five (5) acquisition and assistance specialists. Evaluated contract performance of 22+ prime contractors. Show less

Reassigned to manage the procurement actions of the Office of Afghanistan and Pakistan Affairs (OAPA).Directs all contractual actions in the Office of Afghanistan and Pakistan Affairs. Performs all aspects of contracting transactions for procurements that include wide array of complex professional and technical services and products.Plans, develops, and establishes the contractual strategy for the overall acquisition program. Provided expert acquisition/contractual… Show more Reassigned to manage the procurement actions of the Office of Afghanistan and Pakistan Affairs (OAPA).Directs all contractual actions in the Office of Afghanistan and Pakistan Affairs. Performs all aspects of contracting transactions for procurements that include wide array of complex professional and technical services and products.Plans, develops, and establishes the contractual strategy for the overall acquisition program. Provided expert acquisition/contractual advice to the Program Staff and other senior officials in the OAPA.Coordinates with project managers in the planning for future contracts that involves reviewing specifications, schedules, and identifying potential problems, and correcting deficiencies. Serves as lead negotiator and principal expert on complex and unique contract types, terms, and conditions. Oversees the development and recommendations of contracting policies in the functional area of procurement, i.e. pre-award survey, price/cost analysis. Show less

Reviewed contracts, grants and other award instruments to ensure compliance with Federal and USAID requirements for solicitation and award.Served as an Agency-wide expert in functional areas of procurement. Advised management and Contracting Officers on matters pertaining to contracting actions including procedures, policy, and interpretation.Provided advice and assistance in connection with cause and cure of contracting problems to reflect optimum utilization of resources and… Show more Reviewed contracts, grants and other award instruments to ensure compliance with Federal and USAID requirements for solicitation and award.Served as an Agency-wide expert in functional areas of procurement. Advised management and Contracting Officers on matters pertaining to contracting actions including procedures, policy, and interpretation.Provided advice and assistance in connection with cause and cure of contracting problems to reflect optimum utilization of resources and efficient/effective organizations.Supported the Agency Competition Advocate and the Senior Procurement Executive. This support typically entailed review, analyses, decision making, and supporting such positions verbally and in writing. Duties included but not limited to sole source analyses, ratifications, participation in contract review boards, and terminations and settlements.Reviewed Agency’s Contracting Activities, Procurement Systems, and procedures through in-depth on-site evaluations.Served as Team Leader on projects involving complex contracting processes and functions covering the entire spectrum of procurement. Show less

 Operational, program, and project strategist accountable for managing manage procurement of United States Peace Corps’ Information Technology acquisitions worldwide to streamline and standardize agency systems. Leveraged subject matter expertise to manage complex terms and conditions to ensure compliance with FAR, OMB Circulars, CFR, and agency procurement policies. Developed and implemented strategic plans to solicit, negotiate, award, and manage FFP, FPIF, CPFF, CPAF, and CPIF… Show more  Operational, program, and project strategist accountable for managing manage procurement of United States Peace Corps’ Information Technology acquisitions worldwide to streamline and standardize agency systems. Leveraged subject matter expertise to manage complex terms and conditions to ensure compliance with FAR, OMB Circulars, CFR, and agency procurement policies. Developed and implemented strategic plans to solicit, negotiate, award, and manage FFP, FPIF, CPFF, CPAF, and CPIF contracting portfolios. Researched and resolved complex contractual issues above the responsibilities of the Contracting Specialists.  Trained, mentored, and supervised acquisition personnel of diverse backgrounds. Show less

Served as an unlimited Warranted Contracting Officer for The Joint Counter Remote Controlled Improvised Explosive Device (C-IED) Electronic Warfare (JCREW) and Anti-Terrorism Afloat (ATA) Program Office (PMS 408). Was responsible for all procurement actions involving the planning, soliciting, negotiating, awarding, and administration of all JCREW Program contracts. Led numerous high priority and multi-million dollar contract negotiations in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and… Show more Served as an unlimited Warranted Contracting Officer for The Joint Counter Remote Controlled Improvised Explosive Device (C-IED) Electronic Warfare (JCREW) and Anti-Terrorism Afloat (ATA) Program Office (PMS 408). Was responsible for all procurement actions involving the planning, soliciting, negotiating, awarding, and administration of all JCREW Program contracts. Led numerous high priority and multi-million dollar contract negotiations in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. Managed contracts worth over $2.55B in the rapid acquisition and fielding of counter radio frequency systems that for the first time, outpaced the threat to personnel and property. Served as a team leader and provided mentoring to Acquisition Interns. Show less

Served as Contract Specialist procuring commercial and non commercial items to support Navy's Lab at Dahlgren.

Served as HR Assistant supporting HR Specialists in managing benefits.

Served as an active duty soldier.