F -- International Programs Office support

The objective of this program is to enhance cooperation on sustainable forestry, natural resource management, disaster mitigation and response between the USDA Forest Service and collaborating countries around the world. In order to achieve this objective, the Office of International Programs requires 1) support in hiring personnel, located domestically or internationally, who are skilled in the required technical areas, 2) language and cultural knowledge, 3) program support for implementing project operations overseas and electronic funds transfers to support the international activities. Personnel may be required to be skilled in one or more areas of expertise depending on the project requirements. These areas may include, but are not necessarily limited to sustainable forestry, natural resources management, disaster mitigation and response, training and education, database management, writing and editing, specific language skills and administrative specializations. Personnel will be hired and support services will be sought on a demand-driven basis for both long-term and short-term projects. Support services required may include implementation of meetings, training events or conferences, obtaining services, equipment or materials necessary for a specific project and electronic funds transfers to implementing organizations, as necessary.