Counterterrorism Program Advisor

Overview
The Counterterrorism Program Advisors to support the U.S. Embassy in Kenya and CT on all matters related to civilian counterterrorism capacity building assistance. While the Counterterrorism Program Advisor is responsible for assisting the government managers with the planning, managing, coordinating, overseeing, monitoring, and reporting on CT-funded programming, at no time will the contractor have the authority to make decisions on behalf of the U.S. government. The final decision authority on all policy or budget issues will remain with the Director or Deputy Director of CT/P. Direct and constant communication between the contractor and CT/P is essential to ensure that this line is never crossed. Programming includes civilian capacity building in the areas of counterterrorism criminal justice (law enforcement, prosecutorial, judicial, and corrections sectors). This position is a direct and necessary link between CT and Embassy, responsible for ensuring the proper stewardship of the Bureau's assistance funds overseas.

This position performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of Cayuse.

Responsibilities

• The Counterterrorism Programs Advisor performs a wide variety of functions to support reporting, monitoring and strategic planning, and coordination of counterterrorism programs in their assigned location or region.
• Assist the Government Manager, Team Lead and DC-Based Program Manager in designing, coordinating, managing, and overseeing a comprehensive suite of CT-funded civilian counterterrorism and CVE programming implemented by U.S. government and non-governmental partners.
• Manage the full lifecycle of CT assistance (both NADR and ESF) to include strategic and budget planning, design, coordination, implementation, oversight, monitoring and evaluation, and closeout. Ensures CT assistance projects meet strategic objectives and foreign assistance priorities set by the Embassy and CT.
• Serve as the Embassies' primary point of contact for the coordination of civilian counterterrorism and countering violent extremism programming and related reporting.
• Provides policy and program analysis and recommendations to CT on programming in their assigned location or region. Such analysis may address a range of issues, to include strategy, capacity, budget, training and technical assistance requirements, procurement planning, and/or facilities refurbishment, and reviewing sustainability of CT investments.
• Identifies support requirements related to counterterrorism law enforcement and leads the preparation of documentation for procurement of technical services, training, and commodities and the monitoring of procurement actions, including drafting source origin waivers, concept notes, contract and grant solicitations, scopes of work, bilateral letters of agreement, delivery, and acceptance of items procured.
• Report on CT programmatic developments in their assigned location or region.
• Identify and develop key programmatic areas for assistance.
• Coordinate with other donors to ensure program de-confliction.
• Liaise with senior host nation counterparts on assistance needs and programs.
• Liaise with host nation counterparts on training and ensure timely completion of Leahy vetting of participants.
• Compile monitoring data to inform performance measurement analyses.
• Monitors training deliveries.
• Facilitate the Country Team's review and approval of Performance Monitoring Plans and Work Plans as well as other formal project documents.
• Assist the CT/P's Grants Officer's Representative (GOR) and Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) on select CT-funded programs in the management and monitoring of programs by identifying and reporting on programmatic issues, successes, or areas of opportunities.
• Help to ensure grantee and/or contractor performance and compliance with requirements in the Statements or Scopes of Work (SOW) and Award Notices.
• Synchronize CT efforts with other civilian and military programming.
• Ensure prompt, clear communication with and between implementers and/or Washington staff on key issues, as appropriate.
• As assigned by Post, participates in visits by senior officials and serves as an escort or control officer. Arranges the itineraries and logistical support for official visitors. Briefs visiting officials and Embassy staff on the role of CT and the status of CT-funded projects and related initiatives.
• Prepares background materials, talking points, and reports CT and other U.S. government actors can use in preparing speeches and briefings to articulate CT programming in their assigned location or region.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• At least seven years of experience planning, managing, coordinating, monitoring, and/or evaluating programs.
• At least seven years of experience working on law enforcement, counterterrorism, border security, or other criminal justice sector issues (counterterrorism preferred).
• Demonstrated experience in collaborating with members of the U.S. interagency particularly in an Embassy setting preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with high-level officials (governmental and non-governmental).
• Demonstrated experience with U.S. government procurement, contracts, grants, interagency agreements, and/or other programmatic implementing mechanisms.
• Demonstrated experience designing, managing, and overseeing foreign aid, especially security sector capacity building programs.
• Knowledge of how to collaborate effectively with foreign officials of diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to review and analyze written material and make recommendations for action.
• Ability to review, analyze, and recommend improvements to work processes and administrative operations.
• Active U.S. Top Secret Clearance and SCI eligibility required
• Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.

Minimum Skills

• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and articulate manner.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to develop and deliver compelling presentations.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high-level attention to detail.
• Proven ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast past environment with changing priorities; adaptable to change and a quick learner.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work well independently as well as on a multi-functional team.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately
• Proficient in MS Office, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in the Africa Region preferred.
• Experience with designing, managing and overseeing foreign assistance, especially security sector capacity building programs.
• Significant experience in law enforcement training programs with a focus on counter-terrorism.
• Experience in working with members of the U.S. inter-agency, particularly in an Embassy setting.
• Master's degree

Our Commitment To You / Overview Of Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Wellness Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
• Voluntary Life and AD&D options
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
• Paid Time Off

Reports to: Program Manager
Working Conditions

• Professional office environment.
• Primary work office is within a secure U.S. compound but requires regional travel under sometimes austere living/travel conditions.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
• Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.
• May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
• May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
• May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.

Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.
Pay Range
USD $ USD $87.00 /Hr.