Program AdvisorPOSITION DESCRIPTIONUSGI is seeking a Program Advisor to serve on a several-person unit managed by a Branch Chief within INL/RCD. Under the direction of the Division Chief, Branch Chief, & Team Lead, the Advisor will support implementation of PP 7750, Section 7031(c), & Global Magnitsky sanctions, as well as related sanctions tasks related to the Narcotics & TOC Rewards Program. The Advisor will serve as an action officer supporting a geographic region or regions & will be the initial point of contact for all incoming actions regarding assignment from Departmental offices, U.S. embassies/posts, other U.S. government (USG) agencies, international organizations, foreign governments, non-governmental organizations, or other sources. The Advisor will develop cases, including research & analysis of information; coordination with posts, relevant bureaus & the interagency; interaction with non-governmental sources for proposed case & substantiating information; & drafting decision memos for senior leadership. The position will also include support in drafting the related Congressionally mandated reports & raising awareness about these authorities through engagement with other Department offices, embassies abroad, the interagency, civil society, & the Hill.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES- Support visa restrictions, sanctions, & rewards actions directed at high-level corrupt foreign public officials, those who corrupt them (i.e., bribers), narcotraffickers, & transnational criminal organizations.
- Assist in analyzing & improving knowledge of management processes & procedures related to visa restrictions, sanctions, & rewards.
- Draft analysis documents & memoranda for visa restrictions, sanctions, & rewards cases, based on research & analysis of a variety of sources & in coordination with a range of stakeholders (including obtaining numerous clearances), for senior leadership's consideration & approval.
- Research & use government & private sector best practices to measure & improve customer service, approval workflows, & processing timelines related to visa restrictions, sanctions, & rewards.
- Work closely with the Legal & Consular Affairs Bureaus to ensure legal, factual, & procedural prerequisites are met, & constructively resolve disagreements. Develop & maintain strong relationships throughout the Department through excellent customer service skills, project management knowledge, & a related understanding of the program office needs & mandates.
- Provide feedback to management on best practices for data input, document standardization, organization, & storage related to visa restrictions, sanctions, & rewards procedures. Identify recurring issues that should be addressed by management & develop solutions.
- Assist in coordinating the interpretation & adaptation of available guidelines/SOPs for visa restrictions, sanctions, & rewards & aid in analyzing the issues (e.g., workflow, delegations of authority, or regulatory compliance) & make recommendations for changes & improvements.
- Assist subject matter experts with the development of training modules for INL sponsored training workshops & distance learning courses for posts & State Department bureaus for INL-managed authorities, based on policies & procedures.
- Work closely with U.S. overseas posts, U.S. law enforcement, & the intelligence community in 1) distributing case-related information to ensure potential law enforcement actions involving subjects are not compromised by visa actions; & 2) generating referrals for cases & further developing the factual basis for draft memos.
- Serve as a resource within the Department & the interagency community on visa restrictions, sanctions, & rewards; brief working level officials within the interagency & Department & assist in preparing Congressional reporting & testimony, as well as documentation for bureau senior leadership.
- Assist in developing SOPs for areas identified by Division Chief, Branch Chief, & Team Lead focused on enhancing team efficiencies.
- Advise on opportunities to expand use of authorities & innovate practice.
- Conduct similar research & analysis to support implementation of related sanctions & rewards programs, including the Global Magnitsky sanctions program.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS- U.S. Citizen
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
- Four to six years' experience in relevant field
- Demonstrated knowledge of specific country issues, including specialized knowledge of international narcotics & law enforcement, or similar type programs sufficient to ensure project work is in compliance with management policies & procedures & in conformance with the Foreign Assistance Act & other regulatory procedures & guidelines
- Proven knowledge of Federal policies & procedures including methods of providing assistance & the Federal budget process
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally & in writing, with a wide range of players
- Demonstrated ability to provide advice, guidance, & consultation with regard to the interpretation & application of analysis
- Experience drafting US government reports & documents, such as the INCSR, embassy cables, & other documents
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- At least one year's experience working in INL
- Demonstrated exposure to consular or sanctions work
- Demonstrated experience & ability for successful interactions with U.S. government agencies to develop & maintain partnership relationships
- Demonstrated excellent oral & written communication skills, including ability to communicate analyses effectively to both technical & non-technical audiences
- Demonstrated strong research & analytical skills to monitor, evaluate, digest, & synthesize complex, technical information
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team & independently
- Demonstrated attention to detail, while maintaining timeliness & control over multiple elements of a portfolio
REPORTING AND RELATIONSHIPSThe contractor will report to his/her contracting company & will receive direction from the CO, Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), &/or Government Technical Monitor (GTM).
LEVEL OF EFFORTHours for this full-time position will be Monday through Friday, 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week, incorporating the core hours of the Department of State (9:00 AM to 3:00 PM).
TELEWORKIf applicable, telework is authorized only with prior INL Office Director, Contracting Officer, & Contracting Officer's Representative approval, in accordance with Department of State & INL policies.
SUPPLEMENTAL HOURSSupplemental hours for this position are authorized in accordance with the award & shall not exceed the designated ceiling.
POSITION LOCATIONThe physical work location is the INL/RCD office at State Annex (SA-01), Columbia Plaza, 2401 E St. NW Washington, DC 20520.
GOVERNMENT FURNISHED EQUIPMENTDOS will provide office space, computer, phone, & other required equipment & supplies necessary to complete all job requirements. DOS will own & maintain all government furnished property.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTA Top Secret security clearance is required for this position; however, the contractor may begin work with an interim Top Secret security clearance.
TRAVELTravel is authorized for this position in accordance with the award & shall not exceed the designated ceiling.
TRAININGThis BPA Call provides for mandatory training for DOS-specific equipment, systems, & processes (reference 13 FAM 300 Agency Mandated Training), which shall be completed promptly & in accordance with Department policy. These trainings do not require INL Contracting Officer (CO) approval.
Travel-related mandatory training (e.g., FACT CT420, FACT CT650 Training) may be required at the discretion of the on-site supervisor & Regional Security Officer (RSO) at the OCONUS location traveling to & needs INL Contracting Officer approval. TPCs are strongly encouraged to take orientation training to best integrate with INL; depending on their role, they should attend either INL SOAR (Staff Orientation & Readiness) or PREP (Pre-deployment program) training.
USGI offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health, dental and vision benefits, life insurance, AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance, 401(k) plan with company match, plus generous PTO offerings to include vacation/sick days, bereavement leave, and 11 paid Federal holidays.
