The USAID Project Development Specialist is responsible for supporting USAID/India’s technical offices to plan, coordinate, and manage the design process of projects and activities from concept to approval. The Incumbent ensures new designs align with USAID's policies and strategies as well as the Agency's reform initiatives. Responsibilities include planning for and assisting with new designs and amendments to existing projects/activities. Additionally, the incumbent supports cross-cutting programs such as ensuring that inclusive development is integrated across the portfolio. The Incumbent may also be expected to serve as an Activity Manager in support of a Contract Officer Representative (COR) to manage contracts for analysis and assessments depending on the needs of the Mission.