Camber Corporation’s Joint Training and Education office in Newport News Virginia provides specialized joint training and education support to the Joint Staff, Combatant Commands, Services, and Combat Support Agencies. Among our forward-based services, we provide the Joint Training Specialists that manage the Joint Training System and JMETL process for the command; the Joint Lessons Learned Specialists; and, the Joint Interagency Training Specialists for the newly formed Joint Interagency Coordination Groups. We also support the National Defense University with education specialist for the General Officer/Flag CAPSTONE Joint Operations Module program. It is an incredible enabling network for Joint education and training programs.

We selectively hire, envisioning the strategic value that you will bring to the company’s long-term vision, and we proudly sustain an 85% retention rate.

Title: Joint Training System Specialist (JTSS) [28 June 04]

Requirements (experience, certifications, specialized areas of expertise)
Camber Corporation is seeking joint training system (JTS) specialists (JTSS) to join our Joint Training and Education Team. We want innovative, resourceful, and joint training experienced personnel who enjoy solving joint warfighter problems in a team environment and take pride in the quality of work developed. The positions are in the Joint Staff, combatant commands, Services, and combat support agencies. JTSS must have a strong work ethic and competence in joint matters, for they will interact with senior leadership. 

    Title: Joint Interagency Training Specialist (JIATS) [28 June 04]

Requirements (experience, certifications, specialized areas of expertise).
Camber Corporation is seeking joint interagency training specialists (JIATS) to join our Joint Training and Education Team. We want innovative, resourceful, and interagency experienced personnel who enjoy solving joint warfighter problems in a team environment and take pride in the quality of work developed. The positions are in the Joint Staff, combatant commands, Services, and combat support agencies in both CONUS and in combatant command headquarters. JIATS must have a strong work ethic and competence in interagency and joint matters, for they will interact with senior leadership

Title: Joint Lessons Learned Specialist (JLLS) [28 June 04]

Requirements (experience, certifications, specialized areas of expertise).
Camber Corporation is seeking joint lessons learned specialists (JLLS) to join our Joint Training and Education Team. We want innovative, resourceful, and interagency experienced personnel who enjoy solving joint warfighter problems in a team environment and take pride in the quality of work developed. The positions are in the Joint Staff, combatant commands, Services, and combat support agencies in both CONUS and in combatant command headquarters. JLLS must have a strong work ethic and competence in joint matters, for they will interact with senior leadership.

General Required Competencies for JTSS, JIATS and JLLS:

[28 May 04] BCP International, Limited is a small, disabled veteran owned business. It presently holds the International Affairs contract for the Army and continually requires qualified and competent desk officers to fill vacant positions. Our Pentagon based customer desires a candidate to be qualified as a Foreign Area Officer (FAO) or have FAO experience. The desk officer positions work a normal forty hour week but can anticipate some hours spent at evening receptions. A successful candidate must have the ability to establish relationships with foreign embassy personnel. Candidates must have or be able to receive a secret clearance. This position requires some travel, of which, some will be outside the U.S.

AT&T Government Solutions is currently seeking a Sr. Data Analyst to provide support to various organizations within DoD by acquiring and analyzing data on non-US military forces, units, equipment, etc....someone who has been in military for a significant time (long enough to have served on the Army Staff), or has been in a senior analyst or team lead position at DIA or NGIC. The hiring manager has indicated that a retired Army officer of LTC rank is most typically the best fit as they will routinely be communicating with GS13-15s as well as with Majors and other Lieutenant Colonels. A Bachelor's degree in Operations Research, International Relations, or related program is highly desired.

Matthew Rhodes
Senior Technical Recruiter
AT&T Government Solutions
1900 Gallows Road
Vienna, VA 22182
Direct) 703-506-5439
matthewrhodes@att.com
www.att.com/gov

Provide expert foreign area analytic support for the Sub-Saharan Africa region at a U.S. Army office in the Washington, DC area. Support military organizations by providing security cooperation advice and assistance, to include policy review and analysis; planning, programming, and budgeting support; regional and transregional program support; and foreign liaison support. (21 Dec 04)

Education:
Graduate degree in African regional studies, international relations, political science, intelligence, cultural anthropology, or a related field. Alternately, hold a bachelor's degree in a related field and be a graduate of an intermediate service school.

Required Skills:
In-depth expertise in the Sub-Saharan Africa region. Ability to employ standard DoD computer software and models. Ability to develop and deliver effective military briefings and analytic reports. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance.

Desired Skills:
Former Africa FAO. Proficiency in French, Portuguese, Swahili, or other major language employed in the Sub-Saharan Africa region. Retired field grade military officer, with intermediate and/or senior service college education. Previous military assignment/work experience in the Sub-Saharan Africa region.

Kalimba D. McNeil
Staffing Coordinator
SAIC-Strategies
1710 SAIC Drive
MS 1-9-3
McLean VA, 22102

phone: 703-676-4971
fax: 703-676-4989
E-mail: mcneilk@saic.com

Alion Science and Technology has middle-level and senior-level positions for intelligence experts in all disciplines in Germany, the Balkans and the United Kingdom. Positions require a TS/SCI clearance. Applicants must have a current TS clearance and have been have held a TS/SCI billet within the last two years. Points of contact are Terry Moss, Division Manager, (703) 933-3329, tmoss@msiac.dmso.mil; or Carol Linder, Human Resources Manager, (703) 575-3285, clinder@alionscience.com. Alion is an employee-owned research and technology company with more than 67 years of experience in resolving their customers' toughest challenges. The company web site is at http://www.alionscience.com/services/index.cfm.

To apply, please visit the website at http://www.KBRjobs.com Reference# 133054

Your cooperation is greatly appreciated by applying on line before making contact with anyone as we must meet requirements for tracking and compliancy.

Ann Westerman 713-753-3740 or Ann.Westerman@Halliburton.com

Closing Date: October 06, 2005
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY Vacancy Announcement Number: EUHR05826374
http://www.chra.eur.army.mil/
Position: Alumni Relations Specialist, GS-0301-12
Salary: $54,221 - $70,484 Annual
Place of Work: HQ EUCOM, George C. Marshall Center, Student Affairs, Garmisch, Germany
Position Status: This is a Permanent position. -- Full Time
Number of Vacancy: 1

Duties: You will be responsible for developing, coordinating and promoting programs which attract the support and participation of alumni under the direction of the Chief, Graduate Support Office. You will develop and implement new concepts and resolve difficult problems associated with this work. You will initiate and maintain links among senior government officials, alumni, alumni organizations and the Marshall Center for the purpose of enriching the Centers role as a forum for security cooperation. You will also be responsible for motivating graduate leaderships in the countries of the Eastern and Southeastern Europe and Eurasia to organize alumni-led programming in their capitals. You will travel to the countries periodically, meeting and briefing senior government officials, as well as senior UN and OSCE officials, on Graduate Support and other programs. You will also identify graduates to participate in Marshall Center conferences and special programs.

About the Position: This is an international, professional, and fast-paced working environment at the George C. Marshall European Center for Security Studies supporting a bi-lateral United States/Germany partnership. The Marshall Center is an educational institution focusing on the training of students from throughout NATO, Eastern Europe, and Eurasia through classroom and conference attendance.

Garmisch is a small (rural) alpine resort in Bavaria. The nearest big cities are Munich (1 hour north) and Innsbruck (1 hour south).

For more information, please visit our website at www.marshallcenter.org.

Who May Apply: (Click on Who May Apply)
Candidates **worldwide** who are in the areas of consideration below are eligible to self nominate for this position:
Veterans eligible under Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998. (VEOA)
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) eligibles.
U. S. Citizens residing in the commuting area (except ordinary residents) who are eligible for a family member appointment.
Permanent excepted service employees to the extent permitted by their appointing authority.
DoD Interchange Agreement eligibles.
All Federal employees serving on a career or career-conditional appointment.
Reinstatement eligibles.
NAF/AAFES Interchange Agreement eligibles.

Qualifications: Click on link below to view qualification standard.

General Schedule

Specialized experience is experience which provided you with professional knowledge of a wide range of concepts, practices and principles relating to alumni relations matters and associated issues, and knowledge of Eastern and Southeast European and Eurasian political and defense issues. This includes, at a minimum, both current and historical knowledge of disputes relating to unresolved borders, energy policies, water and mineral resources, extraterritorial populations and separatist movements, religious and ethnic conflicts, political and military alliances and related topics. You should have knowledge of school management concepts, curricula programs, and academic department missions and functions. Knowledge of information management systems is required. Excellent skills in written and oral communication is required. You should be multilingual. Russian language skills are highly desirable. **NOTE: You must validate basic proficiency with Microsoft (MS) Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet Explorer, and Windows 2000 Operation System within the first thirty working days, and beginning MS PowerPoint, intermediate MS Word, and advanced MS Outlook proficiency within the first 90 working days of employment using Army e-Learning.

GS-12 and above: One year of experience directly related to the occupation and equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. There is no substitution of education for experience at this level. The experience described in your resume will be evaluated and screened for the Office of Personnel Management's basic qualifications requirements, and the skills needed to perform the duties of this position as described in this vacancy announcement. Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must meet the Time in Grade Restriction.

Other Information:(Click on Other Information)

The Department of Defense (DoD) policy on employment of annuitants issued March 18, 2004 will be used in determining eligibility of annuitants. The DoD policy is available on http://www.cpms.osd.mil/fas/staffing/pdf/rem_ann.pdf

To successfully claim veteran's preference, your resume/supplemental data must clearly show your entitlement. Please review the information listed under the Other Requirements link on this announcement or review our on-line Job Application Kit.

Please note that active-duty military members are eligible to apply no earlier than 120 days before their separation or retirement date.

Applicants must comply with the Exceptional Family Member Program requirements. U.S. citizens overseas under ordinarily resident status are not eligible for appointment under the Status of Forces Agreement.

The initial length of this overseas tour is three years.

Candidates initially selected from the U.S. may be eligible for certain foreign area benefits.

Locality pay does not apply in the overseas area.

Permanent Change of Station (PCS) expenses will be authorized.

Temporary Duty (TDY) travel is 020 percent.

Other Advantages: Pay retention may be offered to successful applicants for positions at overseas locations. For this provision to apply to employees already overseas, the selected individual would have to require a permanent change of station move and would have to be selected as a result of a recruitment effort that had been extended outside of the overseas command involved.

Garmisch is a great location for outdoor enthusiasts.

Other Requirements:(Click on Other Requirements)

You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
One year trial/probationary period may be required.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
Direct Deposit of Pay is Required.

How to Apply: (Click on How to Apply)

Resumes must be received by the closing date of this announcement.
Self-nomination must be submitted by the closing date.
Resume must be on file in our centralized database.
Announcements close at 12:00am (midnight) Eastern Time.
If your resume is currently in our central database, you may click here to Self Nominate Click here to use the Army Resume Builder to create your resume. Follow the instructions in this vacancy announcement to apply for the job. Point of Contact: Central Resume Processing Center , 410-306-0137,
applicant_help@cpsrxtp.belvoir.army.mil

THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

If interested, contact:
Kenneth P. Boretti
LTC, USA
Director, Student Affairs Directorate
George C. Marshall Center - Garmisch, Germany
DSN 440-2406; COM +49 8821 750 2406
FAX 440-2585; COM +49 8821 750 2585
Mobile Phone: (+49) (0) 162-296-1792
borettik@marshallcenter.org .

Posting Date: 4 January 2004

DFI Government Services, a national defense and homeland security consulting firm based in Washington, DC, is seeking experienced candidates for consulting positions in the field of defense reform and security cooperation programs for an anticipated Department of Defense project.

Job Description

Functional expertise is sought in any of the following areas: defense reform, security sector reform, border security, counter-proliferation, counter-trafficking, counter-narcotics, counter-terrorism, DoD security cooperation and/or assistance programs (including CTR, WIF, IMET, etc), Russian or other Eurasian foreign language skills. Regional expertise is also sought in any of the following: Caucasus, Central Asia, Balkans, and Eastern Europe.

Required Skills

Qualifications: At least five years of relevant expertise and experience is sought; significant practical experience and/or academic credentials are required. Prior military, civilian, or government consulting experience, particularly for OSD or the regional COCOMs, is preferred. International experience, particularly meeting and coordinating with senior foreign military and defense ministry officials, is preferred. Strong interpersonal and written communication and coordination skills are required. A bachelor's degree is required, a master's degree or higher is preferred. For certain positions, a US Government security clearance may be necessary.

Interested candidates should apply online at: http://www.dfi-intl.com/career/positions.htm for “Consultant - Defense Reform & Security Cooperation Programs.”

For more information about DFI Government Services, please refer to http://www.dfi-intl.com/govt/index.htm.

Posting Date: 10 March 2006
CONFIDENTIAL POSITION SPECIFICATION

POSITION TITLE: Director, International Sales, Latin America

REPORTING TO: Vice President – Sales

THE COMPANY: CONFIDENTIAL
* The Company will be shared with candidates after a basis of qualifications are established.

SCOPE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

S/he will be responsible for the management, development, and sales results for military products and systems to government customers to Latin American customers.

Specific Responsibilities Include:

      • Supervises several Sales Representatives in the region.
      • Responsible for the sale of company products and/or services to assigned accounts or within a given territory.
      • Makes and develops contacts with existing and potential customers.
      • Analyzes existing and anticipated customer requirements and promotes consideration of company products and services to fill such requirements.
      • Participates in the preparation of sales plans and campaigns, business plans, and product development plans.
      • Conducts sales presentations.
      • Maintains up-to-date and accurate sales records.
      • Maintains technical proficiency and consults with prospective customers regarding use of company products and services.
      • Quotes prices and delivery dates.
      • Demonstrates and provides instruction on the use of products.
      • Keeps informed of new products and other information of interest to customers.
      • Investigates new applications or improvements to products.
      • Provides marketing intelligence to sales management and may participate in the development of sales forecasts and strategies.
Skills and Abilities Required:

      • Must have technical aptitude in military communications products.
      • Prior military O-5 or above or equivalent military experience.
      • Sales experience and proven ability to manage a sales team.
      • Fluent in Spanish (written and verbal).
      • Must be able to travel internationally to Caribbean and Latin America.
      • Must be able to develop and effectively maintain contacts with existing and potential customers within Latin American government sector.
      • Must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of management.

Personal Attributes Desired:

The candidate should possess all or many of the following attributes:

      • Effectively interact with executive management
      • Strong Results Orientation, i.e. Closer
      • Strong National Sales Management Skills
      • Leadership Ability
      • Quantifiable Track Record
      • Strategic Thinker - 'Outside the Box'
      • Web/telephony Literate
      • Communications skills with diverse people
      • High energy level
      • Strong presence for customer interactions
      • Maturity
      • Ethical Standards

EDUCATION:

BS degree and a minimum of 10 years experience in the defense military communications industry
OR officer level U.S. military experience (Army Signal Corps experience a plus)
OR equivalent NCO with educational minimums.

COMPENSATION:

Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:

DHR International, established in 1989, is the fastest growing and most innovative retained executive search firm of the nation’s “Top 5.” With world headquarters in Chicago and over 40 offices worldwide, DHR Consultants recruit leaders in all industries and functions including, but not limited to: Board Services, Diversity, Education, Aerospace, Industrial, Healthcare and Life Sciences, Retail/Consumer, Financial Services, Technology, Nonprofit, Media and Entertainment. http://www.dhrinternational.com.

Send Resume To:

Julia Carlson
Associate
DHR International Two Gateway Center, Suite 1350
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
412-261-1492 Ext. 18
jcarlson@dhrinternational.com

Posting Date: 21 June 2006

BAE Systems has several positions for a senior all-source intelligence analyst. Candidate must be intimately familiar with military, political, social, and cultural issues that affect current operations. Experience in Iraq or in an intelligence agency directly supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom is highly desirable. Ideal candidate will have Middle East regional expertise including Masters Degree and Middle East foreign language studies. While not shift work, the task often entails long hours, and occurs in a fast-paced environment. Ability to think and react quickly, and to respond to senior military and civilian officials is required. In addition, candidates must demonstrate knowledge of the Department of Defense Intelligence Production Program (DoDIPP; DoD-000-151A-YY), collection resources, and intelligence systems architectures. Furthermore, candidates must demonstrate the ability to clearly and effectively communicate, both orally and in writing. Analysts in this office must be effective team players promoting an atmosphere of cooperation.

I interested please contact:

Paul O'Brien
Technical Recruiter
BAE SYSTEMS: Information Technology
703.873.5409: Voice
703.915.2756: Cellular
703.847.5864: Fax
paul.a.obrien@baesystems.com

Posting Date: 22 April 2007

UN Mission in East Timor

Special Advisor to the East Timorese Defense Force

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 02 May 2007
DATE OF ISSUANCE: 17 Apr 2007
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor Leste
DUTY STATION: Dili (East Timor)
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 07-POL-UNMIT-414012-R-DILI (EAST TIMOR)

Remuneration
Depending on professional background, experience and family situation, a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.
More Info
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Chief, Security Sector Support Unit (CSSSU), the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties: Be located within the Timor Leste defense forces (F-FDTL) to provide advice and support to F-FDTL; Bridge the efforts of the SSSU with the F-FDTL; Be responsible for specific areas of the security sector reform as assigned by CSSSU; Prepare or compile recommendations and proposals for these specific areas for approval by the Joint Working and Joint Steering Committees for Security Sector Reform; Provide regular updates to the CSSSU on progress of the security sector reform strategy, and advise on changes to the strategy that need to be considered; Liaise closely with bilateral partners also providing advice to F-FDTL; Recommend areas for de-conflicting and coordination with these bilateral partners so as not to work at cross-purposes; Work closely with external consultants as required; Provide regular updates to the CSSSU on the progress of the consultants, and recommend follow-up action as required.

Competencies
Professionalism - Demonstrated in-depth understanding of specific sector; substantial and diverse experience in all facets of the job; strong analytical skills combined with good judgment; commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of peace operations. Judgment/Decision-Making - Demonstrated sound judgment in applying technical expertise to resolve a range of issues and problems; ability to proactively seek and recommend sound policy initiatives. Building Trust - Reputation for dealing honestly and openly with issues and staff; recognized and highly respected by peers, clients, and staff. Planning and Organizing - Demonstrated ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor own work plan and those under his/her supervision. Teamwork - Proven interpersonal skills and the ability to listen and work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity. Creativity - Ability to actively seek to improve programmes/services, offer new and different options to solve problems/meet host country needs, and promote and persuade others to consider new ideas.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Law, Politics, Defence, or related fields. A first level university degree with a relevant combination of academic qualifications and experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience
At least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in international affairs, defence and military-related matters.

Languages
Fluency in spoken and written English or French. Working knowledge of Portuguese and/or Tetum is preferred.

Other Skills
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). English and French are the two working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE DEADLINE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

How to apply
All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the vacancy announcement. Because applications submitted by United Nations (UN) staff members are considered first, provided the eligibility requirements set out in ST/AI/2002/4 are met and the application is submitted in a timely fashion, staff members should apply within 15-day or 30-day mark.

Online applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please go to “My UN” page and check the status of your application by clicking on “View Application History”, and resubmit the application, if necessary.

1. To start the application process, applicants are required to register by opening a "My UN" account. Go to Login, and Register as a User. Fill in the form and choose a User Name and Password.

2. After opening the account, applicants may apply for vacancies using the Personal History Profile (PHP) provided. Once the PHP has been completed for a particular vacancy, it can be saved and used for future applications. The PHP may be up-dated, when necessary, for future applications.

3. In completing the PHP, please note that all fields marked with an asterisk must be completed.

4. UN staff members must submit scanned copies of their two latest Performance Appraisal System (PAS) reports at the time of application to the appropriate Human Resources Office (HRO)/Personnel Office (PO) to the email address below, clearly indicating the vacancy announcement number. In case you have no access to the digitizing equipment, please submit hard copies of the two latest PAS reposts to the relevant HRO/PO via fax.

Fax: 1-212-963-2800

Posted 15 Sept 2007

Senior Desk Officer – Middle East

Battelle is a world leader in science and technology research. Battelle provides specialized research and analysis integrated with language, operational cultural and instructional support to United States Marine Corps operating forces through the Center for Advanced Operational Culture Learning (CAOCL). The CAOCL delivers knowledge of regional culture and language through grade and experience appropriate training to Marine Corps units deploying for combat and stability operations to enhance capability and facilitate successful planning and mission execution within the joint and combined expeditionary environment.

Battelle is seeking a Senior Desk Officer with detailed knowledge of the Middle East and extensive cross-cultural, operational, training and instructional experience. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills; a thorough understanding of the Middle East gained through extensive operational experience within the region and the ability to negotiate and interact successfully within the culture of the US military and within the military and national cultures of the nations that comprise the Middle East.

This is a full time, salaried position with Battelle Memorial Institute requiring 40 hours work per week at the government client’s location at Quantico, VA. Travel within the continental US with occasional overseas travel are requirements of this position. Travel will be performed to attend conferences, provide and attend training and perform curriculum oriented site visits.

Compensation will be based on qualifications and experience. Battelle will provide a full benefits package.

Position Responsibilities:
     • Define, develop, coordinate, execute, evaluate and refine all Middle Eastern related activities and initiatives of the CAOCL.
     • Develop and present sub-region and country specific pre-deployment training and briefings to the Fleet Marine Force (FMF) with particular emphasis on deploying units, MARCENT, the Marine Corps Special Operations Command (MARSOC) and Marines assigned to the United Nations Military Observers’ Group (UNMOG).
     • Develop and provide pre-deployment distance learning language and operational culture materials on nations that comprise the Middle East.
     • Develop career Marine regional studies material for North Africa, Levant and the Persian Gulf.
     • Develop and present senior staff level briefings on geopolitics and operational culture of the Arab Middle East.
     • Serve as the chief point of outreach and coordination for Middle East-related CAOCL partnerships with National Capital Region academia, the Department of Defense (DOD) and various study centers and think tanks.
     • Serve as the chief point of outreach for Middle East-related partnerships with European and Middle Eastern Allied militaries and study centers.
     • Serve as the on-call adviser to deploying commanders on US-Middle East cultural interoperability.
     • Develop and provide input to battle staff level exercises involving Middle East contingencies.
     • Develop and maintain CAOCL Web-presence for Middle East-focused operational culture learning.
     • Support debriefing and lessons-learned activities focusing on activities of US/allied/indigenous forces within the Middle East region, forces operating within the Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) theater and operations conducted within other nations of the Middle Eastern region.
     • In collaboration with Marine Corps University (MCU) Professor of Operational Culture, develop and present operational culture concepts classes within US Marine Corps professional military schools.
     • Mentor uniformed Middle East-focused personnel.
     • Coordinate and maintain oversight of OIF pre-deployment training staff development; develop capabilities of an assistant desk officer and research assistant and provide Middle East centric professional military education (PME) to the CAOCL staff.
     • Mentor uniformed instructors and junior research analysts in cross cultural training and interaction.
     • Deliver “Basics of Operational Culture” seminars at the United States Naval Academy (USNA) and mentor USNA midshipmen and National Security Education Program (NSEP) interns, introducing them to cross-cultural operations.
     • Participate in seminars and applied research writing on counterinsurgency (COIN) Tactics, Techniques and Procedures (TTPs), irregular warfare, security assistance and Foreign Internal Defense (FID).
     • Represent the CAOCL Director when requested at senior level briefings and seminars.
     • Evaluate external subject matter experts (SMEs), curricula and products pertaining to the Middle East.

Required qualifications:
     • Exceptional writing, speaking, briefing, interpersonal and negotiating skills. The successful candidate will develop and deliver instruction and briefings in support of CAOCL programs; develop and provide assessments and recommendations to senior and service level officials and represent the CAOCL within discussions and seminars with various government organizations and with government representatives of Middle East nations.
     • Ten + years of operational experience within the Middle East with the US military or the US State department gained through extensive interaction with local officials and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) within the region; with Arab, Turkish or Israeli military personnel operating within the region and/or with the Iraqi military.
     • Working-to-professional reading and speaking fluency in Arabic/Persian.
     • Extensive cross-cultural operational, training and instructional experience.
     • Extensive professional knowledge of US Marine Corps expeditionary operations and Allied military operations within the Middle East.
     • Service as a military senior field grade officer or senior Foreign Services Officer (FSO).
     • Experience working within headquarters environments and briefing senior officials and general officers.
     • Knowledge of key centers for studying the Middle East from a cultural/military perspective and an understanding of regional security assistance programs.
     • Ability to think, work and act independently with minimal supervision; adjust to changing client focus and priorities and understand client intent so as to establish work priority.
     • Ability to effectively collaborate with colleagues from diverse occupational, ethnic, linguistic, and academic backgrounds.
     • MA degree in related field or equivalent professional military education.

Desired Qualifications:
     • Familiarity with the CAOCL mission and operations.
     • Immediate availability.

To apply please visit us at www.battelle.org/careers
Select Job Opportunities
Then Search for the Senior Desk Officer – Middle East position

Posting Date: 13 October 2007

Job Qualifications:
In support of the Center for Advanced Cultural Learning (CAOCL) Marine Corps Regional Study (MCRS) Program, the contractor will provide the services of 5 regional culture subject-matter experts (SMEs) to assist in the preparation and design of computer-based training products for the following 10 micro-regions, as needed: The Balkans, The Levant, Arabian Gulf & Arabian Peninsula, Central Asia, Eastern Africa and Southern Africa and Northeast Asia.

There is a need for 1 SME in each of the following regions (these are immediate needs):
     • Central Asia
     • The Levant
     • Arabian Gulf/Peninsula
     • South and Eastern Africa
     • The Balkans
     • Northeast Asia

Duties and Responsibilities:
A regional subject-matter expert will demonstrate competence through education, experience, or a combination of both in reading, writing, and speaking skills, as well as:
     • Physical, Human, Economic, Rural and Urban Geography
     • Political History
     • Religion
     • Social Networks and Communications Skills
     • Military Culture and Capabilities
     • Family Dynamics
     • Infrastructure
     • Weather
     • Social Events and Attitudes toward Power and Authority
     • Diet
     • Concepts of Law and Punishment
     • Holidays
     • Local-National Relationships
     • Status and Class Concepts and Past Relations with the United States

Evaluation of Proposed SMEs:

Ideal candidates for target regions would have familiarity with the U.S. Military and military operations, be a permanent resident of the United States or U.S. Citizen, and have one or more of the following experiential or educational factors:

Educational Expertise (post-secondary education focused on a targeted region)
Citizenship of a targeted region, prior U.S. Military service (foreign area officer/regional area officer);
foreign military experience; or civil service in a targeted region.

Candidates will be evaluated for basic qualifications requirements and for the skills needed to perform the duties of the position, as described in the requirement section above and any emerging requirements identified by CAOCL for the position.

Only degrees from an accredited college or university recognized by the Department of Education are acceptable to meet positive education requirements or to substitute education for experience.

Profile of Typical Candidates:
A typical candidate might be a:
     • Former U.S. Military (FAO/RAO).
     • Former Foreign Military Officer of Target Region.
     • Former U.S. State Department, U.S. AID, Peace Corps; or comparable agency.
     • Faculty at Regionally Accredited University as determined by the U.S. Department of Education

To apply contact:
Human Resaources Dept.
422 W. Fairbanks Ave.
Winter Park, FL 32789-5079
Recruiter: (407) 691-7959
Fax: (407) 691-7998

Posted 4 February 2008

JOB TITLE: Regional International Sales Representative

JOB DESCRIPTION: Responsible for sales of Point Blank Solutions, Inc. Body Armor and associated protective equipment and apparel to foreign military and governmental agencies. Coordinate with U.S. Defense Security Cooperation Agency and Security Assistance Command offices in all Services to encourage foreign military sales. Maintain contact and relationships with foreign military and defense leaders and buyers to develop contract leads. Coordinate contract bid writing teams to build bid winning packages for foreign tenders.

BACKGROUND:
• PBSI, the largest American-owned manufacturer of Body Armor and other protective solutions, is the manufacturer of 80% of the Interceptor Outer Tactical Vests worn in Iraq and Afghanistan.
• Hiring up to 4 experienced Foreign Area Officers to cover Sales Regions based on current Combatant Command Theaters of Operation – CENTCOM, EUCOM/AFRICOM, PACOM, SOUTHCOM

REQUIRED: 5 Years of Service as a Foreign Area Officer in the U.S. Army or Marines. Regional Knowledge and Experience, Relevant Foreign Language skills.

DESIRED: Combatant Command staff experience, Acquisition or Foreign Military Sales experience, Iraq or Afghanistan experience.

COMPENSATION: 65 – 75K Base Salary + Commission, Signing Bonus, Expenses, Benefits – Earnings potential is $150K and up.

Please contact Pat Stallings, COL, USA Ret., VP, Global Business Development at 202-775-0351 or e-mail at pstallings@pbsinc.com for more information.

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Posted 20 January 2008

POSITION TITLE: Foreign Area Specialist – Africa

GENERAL SUMMARY:

This position is on the research staff of a not-for-profit government consulting organization headquartered in McLean, Virginia. This position will provide regional expertise, language competency, politico-military awareness and professional foreign area skills to advance USAFRICOM missions. Assignment locations may include Washington, DC, Stuttgart, Germany, or a country on the African continent.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

     • Analyzes and researches USAFRICOM activities that have a military, political, diplomatic, informational, economic, social, and/or cultural impact on the geographic region of interest.
     • Applies learned skills and specialized knowledge in support of critical USAFRICOM regional missions and areas of interest.
     • Conducts independent and/or team research on a wide variety of USAFRICOM issues.
     • Assesses and analyzes mission and task needs for USAFRICOM.
     • Works with project leaders to develop strategies for assessing mission and task needs, support and accomplishments.
     • Conducts briefings with USAFRICOM project leaders to USAFRICOM senior leadership.
     • Fosters understanding and interface with U.S. and foreign governmental and non-governmental representatives at all levels and works with non-state representatives of indigenous populations when directed.
     • Analyzes geo-political and military activities that have an economic, social, cultural, and geo-political impact on African society.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

     • Bachelor’s Degree in related field required.
     • 5-10 years of experience in critical/sensitive U.S governmental positions requiring extensive regional foreign area expertise and experience.
     • Demonstrated in-depth experience and knowledge in political-military affairs focused on Africa.
     • Requires regionally relevant foreign language proficiency.
     • Strong In-depth understanding of culture gained from experience living, traveling, and working in Africa with expert knowledge of regional military forces and governmental organizations.
     • Must be well versed in U.S. foreign policy and regional security cooperation initiatives as well as regionally significant politico-military, economic, and socio-cultural issues. Must be able to operate in foreign settings and cultures, to include acting as the sole DOD, or U.S. Government representative, if required.
     • Must combine regional expertise, language competency, politico-military understanding and professional foreign area skills to advance USAFRICOM missions and interests.
     • Should possess a solid grounding in Joint military operations and doctrine, and the ability to operate across the U.S. Government interagency environment.
     • Must be able to operate in foreign settings and cultures in support of USAFRICOM or other designated U.S. Government representatives.
     • Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. The minimum clearance requirement for this position is a Secret Clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

     • Graduate degree.

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Posted 13 February 2008

Human Technology, Inc (HT) is managing a project for the Office of Antiterrorism Assistance (ATA), Bureau of Diplomatic Security, U.S. Department of State. We currently have openings for qualified applicants interested in becoming an On-Site- Representative (OSR) for these projects.

HT is a women-owned corporation based in McLean, VA. During the past 35 years, HT’s mission has been to offer a comprehensive, one-stop source for organizations seeking integrated solutions for enhancing their human resources and training programs. HT has extensive experience developing and delivering antiterrorism and first-responder training for many Department of Homeland Security components as well as State and local personnel.

Recently, we have been serving as an independent evaluator of ATA courses. We are pleased to have been engaged to implement the OSR project as well. The first phase of this project included the following major activities:

• Establish OSR procedures and protocols.
• Establish an OSR cadre.
• Pilot test the procedures and protocols at two training offerings.
• Refine the procedures and protocols.
• Conduct training for OSRs.

The second phase began with pilots during December 2007 and January 2008. During the current phase of the project, we will deploy OSRs to monitor approximately 300 course offerings.

Please submit your resume to Ms. Debbie Gilbert at dgilbert@humtech.com and if approved a questionnaire will be sent to you for you’re completion. Ms. Gilbert can be reached at (703) 893-5305, extension 320. Thank you for your interest.

If you are not interested in this position but know someone who may be, please refer them to us.

Posted 7 March 2008

Peduzzi Associates, Ltd. has several positions for Joint Military Attaché School instructors. Candidates must be intimately familiar with military, political, social, and cultural issues that affect diplomatic and embassy operations. Experience as an attaché with at least one successful tour is a prerequisite. Ability to instruct large groups of students is a prerequisite. Certification as an instructor is highly desirable. A degree in education is desirable.

If interested please submit resume and/or contact:

Dennis “Flap” Fowler
Colonel USAF (Ret)
Peduzzi Associates, Ltd.
703-836-7990 Voice
703-836-5388 Fax
dennis.fowler@pal-aerospace.com