ICITAP Counterterrorism Advisor - Central Asia

About the role

Amentum, a contract service provider to the U.S. Department of Justice's ICITAP and OPDAT programs, is seeking 1-2 candidates to serve as Counterterrorism Advisors in Dushanbe, Tajikistan and/or Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Reporting to the ICITAP Law Enforcement Assistance Attaché, the role provides strategic mentorship and expert technical guidance to host nation law enforcement on counterterrorism investigations, evidence collection and extremist activities, consistent with local law.

Key responsibilities

• Mentor law enforcement on investigative techniques, evidence collection and follow-up to terrorism and extremist-related crimes
• Analyze host nation capabilities, compile detailed reports on investigations and counterterrorism initiatives, and assess gaps in investigative capabilities
• Maintain databases on terrorism-related activities, foreign terrorist fighter recruitment trends and regional counterterrorism efforts
• Assist in designing, implementing and evaluating civilian police training programs, and support country-specific proposals, assessments, budgets and training plans
• Deliver in-country and regional training on terrorism investigations, evidence collection, illicit financing and weapons trafficking
• Advise on counterterrorism policies, procedures and regulations, and review pending legislation with DOJ experts
• Monitor program delivery, prepare outcome reports and keep accurate records of program activities

Required profile

• Minimum of 20 years of law enforcement and/or counterterrorism experience
• Proven success in administrative and operational management, verified by past supervisors
• Ability to manage subordinates and work independently and collaboratively
• Clearable: must obtain and maintain a Public Trust Waiver US Government clearance; US citizenship is required

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent written and oral communication and analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Desired: knowledge of Tajikistan and Uzbekistan criminal law and of laws, judicial procedures and evidence rules