Regional Maritime Law Enforcement Advisor

The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), is seeking a Regional Maritime Law Enforcement Advisor to provide specialized maritime expertise and oversee program management aspects of the bilateral Malaysia maritime and regional maritime program. The advisor will be based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and will be responsible for managing the INL regional maritime program, recommending projects and activities, generating and submitting regional activity project proposals, and liaising with maritime law enforcement officials in Malaysia and other Southeast Asian partner countries. The ideal candidate will have experience in program management, maritime law enforcement, and international relations. Key responsibilities include: • Managing the INL regional maritime program and assisting with the Malaysia maritime law enforcement program • Recommending projects and activities to enhance maritime law enforcement programs in Malaysia and the Southeast Asia region • Generating and submitting regional activity project proposals to the INL/EA program office • Liaising with maritime law enforcement officials in Malaysia and other Southeast Asian partner countries • Administering a multimillion-dollar annual budget and managing, tracking, and accounting for INL funding across multiple fiscal years • Providing guidance and instruction to civilian and military personnel at other U.S. embassies and implementing partners on funding processes and reporting.