SAF/IA Country Director - Taiwan

Forge Group, LLC•Washington, DC

3d•$125,000 - $140,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Forge is seeking a qualified full-time Country Director for Taiwan to provide advisory and assistance support to the Deputy Under Secretary of the Air Force, International Affairs (SAF/IA). SAF/IA's mission is to create, advocate, and facilitate Department of Defense (DoD) and Air Force policies and programs (including international affairs, foreign disclosure, export control, cooperative research and development, Foreign Military Sales (FMS), and International Military Education and Training (IMET)) to support U.S. national security objectives.

Requirements

Ability to think strategically, act tactically, and display strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Ability to build strong cross-group working relationships and demonstrate exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to thrive and succeed in an entrepreneurial environment and not be hindered by ambiguity or competing priorities.
Active DoD Secret clearance
FMS experience with the Department of the Air Force
Experience supporting Taiwan/the Asia-Pacific region in a Security Cooperation capacity.
US Citizen
Active DoD SECRET security clearance
Bachelor's degree or higher
4+ years of experience performing FMS case development, programming, and implementation for the Department of the Air Force (DAF)
2+ years of Security Cooperation experience with the Defense Security Cooperation Agency or an Implementing Agency (IA)
FMS experience with Taiwan or the Asia-Pacific region
Experience using the Security Cooperation Information Portal (SCIP)
Thorough understanding of resources such as DoDI 1315.20, Military Department Foreign Area Officer Programs; CJCSI 3126.01, Language and Regional Expertise Planning; DAFPD 16-1, International Affairs; AFI 16-109, International Affairs Specialist Program; DAF Global Partnership Strategy; U.S. Export Control laws, regulations and procedures; DSCA Electronic Security Assistance Management Manual (e-SAMM); USAF Weapons Export Policy; International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) and U.S. Government National Disclosure Policy (NDP)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in International Affairs
Prior experience as a Country Director at SAF/IA, DSCA Country Team Lead, or Regional Lead
U.S. DoW staff experience in a military or civilian capacity
U.S. military aircraft operations, maintenance, and/or logistics support with the systems purchased from the U.S. by Taiwan, specifically the F-16 aircraft

Responsibilities

Assess alternative sustainment and enhancement strategies, provide recommendations, and assist in defining requirements for future programs
Participate in program analyses, reviews, and reliability determinations with USAF weapons systems and disclosure offices as they pertain to the release of information on USAF systems
Define and refine meeting agendas, record discussion content, focus decision-making, and debrief action items for events between the U.S. Air Force and foreign partner representatives
Prepare, manage, and maintain databases for correspondence, Case Program Status Reports, Letters of Request (LORs), and Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOA), as well as case program trackers
Develop briefings, official correspondence, and background papers in support of Program Management Reviews and other engagements
Prepare Congressional Notification packages for Taiwan's programs with the U.S. Air Force
Maintain a key essential personnel contact list with names and contact information for US interagency and foreign partner personnel involved in FMS case development and execution

Benefits

Complete Flextime
401k With Employer Matching
Healthcare, Including Medical, Dental, and Vision
Health Savings Account (HSA) And Pre-Tax Premium Options
Supplementary healthcare and family support
Extended Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
Healthcare Insurance Deductible Paydown
Health and Wellness Programs
Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment, and Education & Training Stipends
Cell Phone / Internet Stipends
College Saving Plans with Employer Contributions
Alternative Work Locations and Tele-Commuting
Employee Referral Awards
Retention, Signing & Performance Bonuses
Commuter Benefits
Paid Sabbatical