Program & Procurement Support Specialist

Program & Procurement Support Specialist

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Location:

Washington, DC | Remote Work:
No | Clearance:
Secret | Work Status:
Full-Time | Travel Requirements:
In-country and international travel (TDYs) will be required to support mission.

Applications submitted by 01/26/2026 will receive full consideration. Candidates applying after this date may still be reviewed and will remain in our talent pipeline for future opportunities.

The U.S. Department of State is the lead institution for American diplomacy, with the Secretary of State serving as the President’s chief foreign policy advisor. Guided by an America First approach, the Department’s mission is to advance U.S. national security, combat terrorism, protect American interests abroad, and implement foreign policy initiatives that promote a freer, more prosperous, and secure world for the American people.

The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) directly supports this mission by countering international crime, illegal drugs, and instability overseas, thereby safeguarding Americans  strengthens partner nations’ police, judicial, and corrections systems to reduce crime and illegal drug flows to the United States.

INL’s Office of Security Assistance and Operations, Implementing Mechanisms Division (INL/SAO/IM) manages the mechanisms that support the Bureau’s foreign assistance objectives, always prioritizing U.S. interests. INL/SAO/IM includes International Organization Letters of Agreement (IO-LOAs), Personal Service Contracts (PSCs) and Inter-Agency Agreements (IAAs) Unit, which provides analytical and subject matter expertise for the development, formulation, and oversight of regional and functional portfolios; the Grants Unit, which manages Federal Assistance awards, including grants and cooperative agreements, and oversees property and travel grants;

and the Contracts Unit, which handles the planning, development, and execution of service and commodity procurements, including Third Party Contracts (TPCs) and Personal Service Contracts (PSCs).

The Program & Procurement Support Specialist provides comprehensive support for the full lifecycle of procurement and assistance mechanisms within the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL). The Specialist advises and trains program staff on procurement processes, develops and reviews documentation, and ensures compliance with Department of State regulations and policies. The Specialist collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to advance INL’s mission to protect U.S. interests and promote stability abroad, while managing multiple priorities and safeguarding sensitive information.

The incumbent executes the full cradle-to-grave process for personal services contracts and assists with interagency agreements as needed. The role also includes undertaking projects in support of INL/SAO/IM and working extensively with data sets, including data manipulation and responding to taskers related to data collection and analysis. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment are essential.

• Provide comprehensive cradle-to-grave support for procurement and assistance mechanisms, including initiation, documentation, tracking, and close-out.
• Guide and train Program Office personnel on developing procurement request packages (e.g., statements of work, IGCEs) and advise on contract development and data requirements.
• Track delivery dates and periods of performance to ensure timely submission of requirements and exercise of contract options.
• Respond promptly to information requests, provide status reports, and offer substantive recommendations to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with INL program staff, team members, U.S. embassies, and other federal agencies to advance program objectives and foster a positive, team-oriented work environment.
• Manage domestic and overseas Personal Services Contracts (PSC), including contract development, implementation,…