Program Analyst (Performance)

The Program Analyst (Performance) contributes to the agencys strategic planning performance management and the digital transformation of how the Peace Corps conducts its business. Major duties fall into three areas:


1. Data Analysis Reporting & Visualization- Gathers transforms and analyzes large or complex datasets to produce clear decision-ready insights using AI-assisted tools to accelerate data transformation (e.g. writing and refining queries) while owning the analysis and interpretation.

• Builds reports dashboards and visualizations using business intelligence and visualization tools (e.g. Power BI Tableau) so leaders and staff have ready access to reliable data
• Responds to data and analysis requests from internal staff leadership and the public tailoring findings to the audience.
• Automates recurring data collection analysis and reporting to improve speed and accuracy.

2. Enabling Digital Transformation Across the Agency- Partners with offices across the agency and works closely with the Office of Information Systems (OIS) to ensure the Office of Planning and Performance (OPP) and agency staff have the data tools and workflows they need to do their jobs well.

• Identifies opportunities to adopt new tools and better ways of working and helps colleagues learn and adopt them.
• Contributes to responsible data governance and data-sharing practices in coordination with the analyst who leads that work ensuring efforts connect to the broader transformation agenda.

3. Strategic & Performance Planning- Supports development review and reporting for agency-wide strategic and performance products including the Annual Performance Plan Annual Performance Report and quarterly performance reviews consistent with OMB and Congressional requirements and timelines.

• Helps interpret federal performance management law policy and practice and translate it into practical guidance for agency leaders and goal leads.
• Supports the design of accountability and strategic-alignment systems that help the agency execute on its priorities.

Applicants selected for this position are subject to the following Conditions of Employment:

• You must be a U.S. citizen and at least 18 years old.
• Males born after December 31 1959 must be registered with Selective Service (see ).
• Prior to employment Peace Corps will review records for Returned Peace Corps Volunteers and former employees as required by statutes 5 USC 3322 and 22 USC 2507b.
• You must submit a signed statement acknowledging adherence to the Peace Corps Conditions of Employment before your first day.
• You must successfully complete a Public Trust background investigation.
• A one-year probationary period may be required. This requirement is not applicable to current agency US Direct Hire employees who have completed a probationary period or current Experts who have served for more that 12 months.
• The initial appointment to this position cannot exceed five years.

Applicants must meet all qualification requirements prior to the closing date of this announcement 07/31/2026. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience demonstrated in your resume including volunteer work. Qualification claims are subject to verification. This vacancy is being announced at: two grade level(s

Specialized Experience at the FP-4 (GS-11) Level: To qualify for this position at the FP-4 level you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression FP-5 or GS-9. This experience must be directly related to the work of the position and must have equipped you with the knowledge skills and abilities necessary to successfully perform the duties of the role. Specialized experience includes: Assisting with analytical or evaluative work related to program performance organizational effectiveness or strategic planning; Gathering and transforming data and preparing draft reports summaries or visualizations; and Using data spreadsheet or business intelligence tools (e.g. Excel Power BI Tableau SQL or comparable tools) to organize or present information.
OR

Ph. D or equivalent doctoral degree OR 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.M. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge skills and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position.

Specialized Experience at the FP-3 (GS-13) Level: To qualify for this position at the FP-3 level you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression FP-4 or GS-11. This experience must be directly related to the work of the position and must have equipped you with the knowledge skills and abilities necessary to successfully perform the duties of the role. Specialized experience includes: Developing or analyzing performance measures and preparing comprehensive reports briefings or recommendations that inform program or organizational decisions; and Using data analysis and visualization tools (e.g. SQL Python or R Power BI Tableau or comparable tools) to analyze complex datasets and communicate findings to varied audiences.

OR

A combination of education and experience.

AND

Time-in-Grade Requirements: Current or former Federal employees including Peace Corps employees must meet applicable Time-in-Grade requirements to be eligible for this position. For positions above the FP-09 (GS-05) level you must have completed at least one year (52 weeks) at the next lower grade in the normal line of progression for the position to which you are current or former Federal employees including internal employees must provide a copy of their SF-50(s) Notification of Personnel Action to demonstrate that you meet Time-in-Grade requirements. For more information refer to the Required Documents section below.What Were Looking for in Top CandidatesWere seeking a curious adaptable analyst who is genuinely comfortable using and learning new tools - and who is excited not hesitant about working with AI as part of everyday practice. This role is a strong fit for someone energized by emerging technology; it is not well suited to applicants who prefer to avoid AI-assisted candidates will bring several of the following. We dont expect any one person to bring them all we expect the ability to learn the rest quickly:- Comfort using AI tools to support data transformation (e.g. generating and refining queries) and document preparation- Experience with data and analytics tools and a demonstrated ability to pick up new tools quickly- Familiarity with cloud data architecture- Knowledge of UI/UX and/or data visualization principles- Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software- People analytics / applicant tracking systems (ATS)- Marketing analytics- Survey research- Product development

Please note:

• If you are qualifying based on education or a combination of education and experience please review the Education section of this announcement.
• Experience that satisfies the Specialized Experience requirements must be clearly documented in your resume. Failure to provide this information may result in disqualification. Please review the Required Documents section of this announcement for further information on resume requirements.
• Specialized experience may be gained in the public sector private sector or through volunteer service (e.g. National Service programs such as Peace Corps or AmeriCorps or other organizations such as professional philanthropic religious spiritual community student or social groups).
• One year of experience refers to full-time work. Part-time work will be credited on a prorated basis.
• For more details on qualification requirements refer to the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook for General Schedule Positions available on the OPM web site.