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A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify.
Iraq Cultural Advisors (ICA) will support the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad, Iraq, and its consulates. Travel to and within the provinces by Mission staff has been prohibited or restricted. Absent the presence of experienced ICAs, the Mission has limited or no ability to engage with provincial leaders to gather information about conditions on the ground, to promote educational and cultural exchanges and U.S. business, or to monitor USG funded programs. The ICAs may also be used as a conduit to provide services in provinces to American citizens.
ICAs are Iraqi nationals with specific knowledge and experience in Political, Economic, Commercial, Public Affairs, Humanitarian, and Law Enforcement fields.
Officers within Embassy sections will be assigned to supervise ICAs, who will operate in the provinces. Officers with these oversight roles will be designated "USG Representatives."
Compensation & Benefits:
Estimated Starting Salary Range for LOCAL NATIONALS - IRAQI CULTURAL ADVISORS (ICAs): Pay commensurate with experience.
Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.
LOCAL NATIONALS - IRAQI CULTURAL ADVISORS (ICAs) Responsibilities Include:
The Iraqi Cultural Advisor works independently but reports directly to their assigned USG Representative who assigns work in terms of the general objectives to be accomplished and provides policy guidance as needed. The ICA independently plans and carries out assigned responsibilities.
The ICA informs the USG Representatives of issues with widespread impact. Completed work is reviewed for the accomplishment of overall objectives and for thoroughness of analyses and soundness of advice and guidance. Recommendations for action and solutions to problems are normally accepted without significant change.
The ICAs may work in any of Iraq's eighteen provinces and serve the following functions:
Serve as the liaison and point of contact with provincial leadership, political parties and other assigned leaders
Arrange and attend meetings between Embassy representatives and local officials, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), and other prominent individuals and organizations
Monitor and report on political developments, educational institutions, economic and business sector developments, assistance programs [1], and essential services delivery
Respond to requests for information from the Embassy and prepare spot reports as required on provincial developments
Track and report on local and provincial media, including radio, television, newspapers and websites, for news which impacts the province or U.S. policy
Assist in facilitating consular services, particularly American Citizen Services, as tasked
Assist in facilitating educational and cultural exchanges, as requested by USG Representatives
Assisting in trade and business facilitation, as requested by USG Representatives
Assist in identifying and supporting the selection of candidates for visitor and exchange programs
Offer informal interpretation and translation services as requested
Serve as liaison with universities, schools, NGOs, and other institutions
Act as Point of Contact (POC) for RSO at Personal Security Detail (PSD) movement destinations
Other duties as assigned.
SPECIAL PROVISIONS
Distance Learning Writing Training: The Contractor shall provide distance learning training in English writing skills through the Foreign Service Institute (FSI) or its equivalent for ICAs on a regular basis, and other training as needed.
Secure Email Communication: The Contractor shall provide for email communications methods encrypted to industry-accepted standards, such as Pretty Good Privacy (PGP).
Life and Disability Insurance: The Contractor shall provide life and disability insurance for ICAs in the event of death or debilitating injury during their ICA work.
Outside Employment: Employment with a political entity is strictly prohibited. All other employment and advisory positions with political, governmental, and corporate entities (including unpaid) outside of the ICA contract must be disclosed to the USG to assess any potential conflicts of interest.
Evaluation: The Contractor shall discuss the performance and review requirements of the position of all ICAs and SMEs with the COR and Government representatives at least every six months.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned
LOCAL NATIONALS - IRAQI CULTURAL ADVISORS (ICAs) Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:
• The individual needs to possess sufficient linguistic expertise to engage in discussions across all sectors of interest. Individual must be multi-lingual, and able to read, write and/or translate potential languages used within the province to which they are assigned - English, Arabic, Kurdish or Turkmen. The individual must be able to work independently. The individual must possess extensive contacts and direct access to local decision-makers involved with all activities in the province, as well as the interpersonal skills necessary to maintain these contacts and develop new contacts as necessary. They must demonstrate an understanding of U.S. policy in Iraq and the surrounding region, and the ability to keep on top of these developments. They must demonstrate skill in written communication, memoranda, briefing materials, responses to inquiries, and a wide range of other written materials. They must demonstrate skill in oral communication to provide advice and guidance, present briefings, conduct meetings, and publicly articulate USG policy in a variety of formats. They must possess the
necessary good judgment to operate in an often tense and/or dangerous security environment.
Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal
Level 4/4 in English is required.
Level 4/4 in Arabic is required.
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Company Information:
Cherokee Nation Solution Link (CNSL) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNSL, visit cherokee-federal.com.
Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.
Similar searchable job titles:
• Cultural Advisor - Middle East
• Political Affairs Liaison - Iraq
• Local National Field Advisor (Iraq)
• Provincial Engagement Specialist
• International Affairs Consultant - Iraq Operations
Keywords:
• Political Analysis
• Provincial Liaison
• Multilingual Communications
• Humanitarian and Public Affairs
• USG Program Monitoring
Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.
Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.
Please Note: This position is pending a contract award. If you are interested in a future with Cherokee Federal, APPLY TODAY! Although this is not an approved position, we are accepting applications for this future and anticipated need.
A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify.
Iraq Cultural Advisors (ICA) will support the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad, Iraq, and its consulates. Travel to and within the provinces by Mission staff has been prohibited or restricted. Absent the presence of experienced ICAs, the Mission has limited or no ability to engage with provincial leaders to gather information about conditions on the ground, to promote educational and cultural exchanges and U.S. business, or to monitor USG funded programs. The ICAs may also be used as a conduit to provide services in provinces to American citizens.
ICAs are Iraqi nationals with specific knowledge and experience in Political, Economic, Commercial, Public Affairs, Humanitarian, and Law Enforcement fields.
Officers within Embassy sections will be assigned to supervise ICAs, who will operate in the provinces. Officers with these oversight roles will be designated "USG Representatives."
Compensation & Benefits:
Estimated Starting Salary Range for LOCAL NATIONALS - IRAQI CULTURAL ADVISORS (ICAs): Pay commensurate with experience.
Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.
LOCAL NATIONALS - IRAQI CULTURAL ADVISORS (ICAs) Responsibilities Include:
The Iraqi Cultural Advisor works independently but reports directly to their assigned USG Representative who assigns work in terms of the general objectives to be accomplished and provides policy guidance as needed. The ICA independently plans and carries out assigned responsibilities.
The ICA informs the USG Representatives of issues with widespread impact. Completed work is reviewed for the accomplishment of overall objectives and for thoroughness of analyses and soundness of advice and guidance. Recommendations for action and solutions to problems are normally accepted without significant change.
The ICAs may work in any of Iraq's eighteen provinces and serve the following functions:
Serve as the liaison and point of contact with provincial leadership, political parties and other assigned leaders
Arrange and attend meetings between Embassy representatives and local officials, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), and other prominent individuals and organizations
Monitor and report on political developments, educational institutions, economic and business sector developments, assistance programs [1], and essential services delivery
Respond to requests for information from the Embassy and prepare spot reports as required on provincial developments
Track and report on local and provincial media, including radio, television, newspapers and websites, for news which impacts the province or U.S. policy
Assist in facilitating consular services, particularly American Citizen Services, as tasked
Assist in facilitating educational and cultural exchanges, as requested by USG Representatives
Assisting in trade and business facilitation, as requested by USG Representatives
Assist in identifying and supporting the selection of candidates for visitor and exchange programs
Offer informal interpretation and translation services as requested
Serve as liaison with universities, schools, NGOs, and other institutions
Act as Point of Contact (POC) for RSO at Personal Security Detail (PSD) movement destinations
Other duties as assigned.
SPECIAL PROVISIONS
Distance Learning Writing Training: The Contractor shall provide distance learning training in English writing skills through the Foreign Service Institute (FSI) or its equivalent for ICAs on a regular basis, and other training as needed.
Secure Email Communication: The Contractor shall provide for email communications methods encrypted to industry-accepted standards, such as Pretty Good Privacy (PGP).
Life and Disability Insurance: The Contractor shall provide life and disability insurance for ICAs in the event of death or debilitating injury during their ICA work.
Outside Employment: Employment with a political entity is strictly prohibited. All other employment and advisory positions with political, governmental, and corporate entities (including unpaid) outside of the ICA contract must be disclosed to the USG to assess any potential conflicts of interest.
Evaluation: The Contractor shall discuss the performance and review requirements of the position of all ICAs and SMEs with the COR and Government representatives at least every six months.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned
LOCAL NATIONALS - IRAQI CULTURAL ADVISORS (ICAs) Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:
• The individual needs to possess sufficient linguistic expertise to engage in discussions across all sectors of interest. Individual must be multi-lingual, and able to read, write and/or translate potential languages used within the province to which they are assigned - English, Arabic, Kurdish or Turkmen. The individual must be able to work independently. The individual must possess extensive contacts and direct access to local decision-makers involved with all activities in the province, as well as the interpersonal skills necessary to maintain these contacts and develop new contacts as necessary. They must demonstrate an understanding of U.S. policy in Iraq and the surrounding region, and the ability to keep on top of these developments. They must demonstrate skill in written communication, memoranda, briefing materials, responses to inquiries, and a wide range of other written materials. They must demonstrate skill in oral communication to provide advice and guidance, present briefings, conduct meetings, and publicly articulate USG policy in a variety of formats. They must possess the
necessary good judgment to operate in an often tense and/or dangerous security environment.
Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal
Level 4/4 in English is required.
Level 4/4 in Arabic is required.
#LI-PY1
Company Information:
Cherokee Nation Solution Link (CNSL) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNSL, visit cherokee-federal.com.
Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.
Similar searchable job titles:
• Cultural Advisor - Middle East
• Political Affairs Liaison - Iraq
• Local National Field Advisor (Iraq)
• Provincial Engagement Specialist
• International Affairs Consultant - Iraq Operations
Keywords:
• Political Analysis
• Provincial Liaison
• Multilingual Communications
• Humanitarian and Public Affairs
• USG Program Monitoring
Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.
Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.
Please Note: This position is pending a contract award. If you are interested in a future with Cherokee Federal, APPLY TODAY! Although this is not an approved position, we are accepting applications for this future and anticipated need.
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