Description
The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), is seeking a Criminal Justice (CJ) Subject-Matter Expert (SME) to provide personal services under a personal services contract. The CJ SME will assist in implementing, managing, and monitoring progress of specified projects, including law enforcement and criminal justice sector strengthening, and will provide policy guidance and subject matter expertise on an intermittent basis to INL in Washington, DC or overseas as needed. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated knowledge of best practices within the CJ field specialty, such as corrections, criminal justice, or law enforcement, and will have experience working in international development or foreign assistance. Key responsibilities will include serving as a senior CJ expert, advising INL leadership, and providing analytical services, including assessments, program design, and evaluations.
• Provide subject matter expertise, including INL criminal justice programming
• Conduct assessments and reviews of existing programs and procedures
• Analyze and draft statements of work, reports, program plans, and training curricula
• Participate in technical review panels and attend meetings and conferences
• Provide training and mentoring for INL staff and implementing partners
• Establish relationships with relevant U.S. government agencies, state and local partners, and professional organizations