ICITAP Strategic Trade Control Advisor - East Asia Pacific

Amentum•Washington, DC

3d•$66•Remote

About The Position

Amentum is supporting the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) in providing specialized training, advisory and mentoring services to host nations under the Criminal Division’s International Criminal Investigative Training and Assistance Program (ICITAP). ICITAP is a cornerstone of America’s global strategy for combating transnational crime, terrorism, countering trafficking in persons, establishing rule of law and enhancing human rights in developing countries. Amentum is the contract service provider to the DOJ ICITAP and Overseas Prosecutorial Development, Assistance and Training (OPDAT) programs. This is an Independent Contractor position. Amentum is currently seeking a qualified candidate to serve as a Strategic Trade Control Advisor. This position will be responsible for providing project management, strategic planning, and subject matter expertise in support of U.S. strategic trade control assistance, with a focus on export controls, cargo security, and effective customs practices. The candidate will be working as an ICITAP advisor to strengthen the capacity of East Asia Pacific region and should be capable of performing the required skills and qualifications as stated in the respective job description. The engagement will last approximately 12-18 months, with an estimated 3-5 foreign assistance events per year.

Requirements

At least two (2) years of experience in STC-related customs and/or enforcement training development and delivery.
Experience engaging in the private sector on STC-related topics, including customs compliance, STC compliance, and enforcement.
At least three years of experience working with and/or mentoring foreign customs and STC enforcement personnel.
Regional expertise or prior work experience in East Asia and the Pacific and Latin America.
Familiarity with international export control regimes (e.g., multilateral control regimes) and customs standards (e.g., WCO frameworks)
Experience designing and evaluating capacity-building or security assistance programs
Knowledge of cargo screening technologies, risk management systems, and modern customs practices
Prior experience working in or with government agencies responsible for border security, trade compliance, or law enforcement
Foreign language proficiency relevant to the East Asia Pacific and Latin America region
Experience coordinating inter-agency or international initiatives
PMP (Project Management Professional) or similar project management certification
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in cross-cultural environments and build strong international partnerships
Clearable: Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field such as international security, public administration, or law
Fluency in Spanish, Arabic, or Russian.
Regional expertise or prior work experience in East Asia and the Pacific
Experience designing and evaluating capacity-building or security assistance programs
Prior experience working in or with government agencies responsible for border security, trade compliance, or law enforcement
Foreign language proficiency relevant to the East Asia Pacific region
Experience coordinating inter-agency or international initiatives
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in cross-cultural environments and build strong international partnerships

Responsibilities

Provide expert guidance on strategic trade control (STC) implementation in customs, in topic areas including (but not limited to) targeting and risk analysis, non-intrusive and intrusive inspection, and seizure of illicit goods; or expert guidance on STC enforcement through investigations and pursuit of administrative and/or criminal penalties.
Conduct assessments of proliferation risks, customs STC implementation, enforcement capabilities, and adequacy of legal/regulatory frameworks for STC enforcement.
Develop and deliver in-person and/or virtual training, including all relevant materials, on topics such as proliferation threats, trends, vectors, and typologies; dual-use technologies; export control frameworks; and STC implementation and enforcement.
Provide expert consultation to partner governments and develop and execute strategies to strengthen coordination and collaboration among ministries, customs authorities, industry stakeholders, and enforcement entities.
Draft relevant artifacts for assistance recipients such as memoranda of agreement/understanding, concept models, standard operating procedures, operational checklists, organizational charts, position descriptions, and strategic communication plans and products.
Plan, organize, and lead stakeholder coordination meetings, including for USG interagency (as required) as well as for recipient country organizations.
Write detailed after-action reports documenting findings, issues, analyses, and recommendations for future actions by both the assistance recipient and the assistance provider.