Job Title: INL/GPP/TP Drug Supply Reduction Program Advisor

Job Description:
IEA Corp., an EverWatch company is in search of a INL/GPP/TP Drug Supply Reduction Program Advisor to support the Department of State in Washington, DC. This position requires an interim Secret or a Secret clearance.
REPORTING & RELATIONSHIP
The contractor will report to his/her contracting company. The Contracting company works most closely with the INL Contracting Officer (CO) and Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). The Advisor shall receive direction from INL/GPP Supervisory Foreign Affairs on site supervisor Officer/Team Leader and the INL/GPP Program Officer for Drug Supply Reduction. The Advisor shall maintain open, timely, and effective communications with the INL/GPP Supervisory Foreign Affairs Officer/Team Leader and, as appropriate, with the INL/GPP Director and Division Director on issues falling under the scope of work, resulting in a relationship that proactively addresses potential problems with flexible, workable solutions.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Participates as a team member responsible for the Drug Supply Reduction program in support of the Supervisory Foreign Affairs Officer/Team Leader.
* Advises the Supervisory Foreign Affairs Officer/Team Leader on the daily implementation of the Drug Supply Reduction program.
* Provides logistics and administrative support, prepares documentation, briefing materials and all other necessary correspondence concerning the Drug Supply Reduction program issues.
* Establishes and maintains professional relationships with office and other INL colleagues, members of USG law enforcement agencies, and USG personnel assigned to US Embassies.
* Provides program guidance to the Supervisory Foreign Affairs Officer/Team leader as on the administration of the Drug Supply Reduction program.
* Supports development, monitoring and the implementation and performance of programs and projects being implemented through the Drug Supply Reduction budget line.
* Drafts a variety of technical, programmatic, funding, and informational memoranda and other documentation; assists in the preparation of Congressional testimony or responses to questions, press guidance, and interagency documents in accordance with Department policies and regulations.
* Liaises with U.S. intra-agency partners advising them of stated policies and programs in the area of Drug Supply Reduction to include briefings, both written and oral, to senior officials.
* Assists the Supervisory Foreign Affairs Officer/Team Leader on drafting, reviewing and amending procurement requests and other documents required to obligate funding through the Drug Supply Reduction line item, including interagency agreements, grants and letters of agreement with international organizations, as assigned.
* Assists in planning and managing funds in coordination with partner agencies, international organizations, and other implementers.
* Supports bureau and Department principals through the drafting of policy papers and briefing memoranda as well as provide logistical and policy support for travel and congressional testimony, as assigned.

Experience and Skills:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
* U.S. Citizen.
* A Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
* Two to four years' experience in relevant field; Demonstrated knowledge of specific country issues, including specialized knowledge of international narcotics and law enforcement, or similar type programs sufficient to ensure project work is in compliance with management policies and procedures and in conformance with the Foreign Assistance Act and other regulatory procedures and guidelines;
* Proven knowledge of Federal policies and procedures including methods of providing assistance and the Federal budget process.
* Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with a wide range of players.
* Demonstrated ability to provide advice, guidance, and consultation with regard to the interpretation and application of analysis.
* Experience drafting US government reports and documents, such as the INCSR, embassy cables, and other documents.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Demonstrated experience in directing, developing and providing oversight for regional/multi-country programs.
* Demonstrated experience working and coordinating with other relevant U.S. government agencies (e.g., Departments of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration, and Homeland Security).
* Demonstrated experience developing and implementing programs focused on Drug Supply Reduction and/or criminal justice programs, preferably with INL.
* Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of the State Department's foreign assistance process, the structure and hierarchy of U.S. embassies, and familiarity with the interagency law enforcement community.
* Demonstrated ability to liaise with U.S. embassies, other State Department offices, members of relevant USG agencies, host nation representatives, international organizations and the international community in developing and coordinating INL programs.
* Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with others at all levels to prepare, analyze, explain and defend determinations and requirements with respect to conformance to applicable laws, policies and other regulatory guidelines; and advise program officials.
* Demonstrated four (04) years' experience working with the Department of State.
* Demonstrated excellent oral and written English communication skills and superior interpersonal skills.
* Demonstrated work experience in managing complex projects which include determining and validating requirements, implementing INL rules, policies, and regulations, and supporting the foreign assistance process through managing budget processes and justification.