Rural Security Advisor

The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) is seeking a Rural Security Advisor to provide specialized expertise in advancing INL's Frontline Operations Against Rural Threats (FORT) program objectives in Colombia. The advisor will serve as the in-country rural operations advisor, overseeing all management aspects of the program, including funding, training, equipment accountability, and implementer performance. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of professional experience serving in a security and/or law enforcement advisory role, with at least 5 years of experience managing bilateral or multi-country security assistance programs abroad. Key responsibilities include: • Identifying opportunities and implementing programs to expand and sustain permanent police presence in rural Colombia • Advising INL on the consolidation of security priority zones • Supporting the Colombian National Police (CNP) in conducting rural police operations • Providing advice on opportunities to support joint police-military rural operations • Coordinating with other INL programs and U.S. Embassy sections to advise on the procurement of specialized equipment • Analyzing and reporting on security developments in Colombia The advisor will work closely with INL Bogota's Senior Police Advisor and other agencies/government representatives to ensure close, cooperative working relationships.