Qatar Deputy Country Director - International Affairs (Secretary Air Force)

Overview

ANSER enhances national and homeland security by strengthening public institutions. We provide thought leadership for complex issues through independent analysis and we deliver practical, useful solutions. ANSER values collaboration, integrity, and initiative and we are client focused in all that we do. Because we were established for the purpose of public service and not for profit, we measure our success in the impact of our service.

Specific Job Description

ANSER is seeking a Deputy Country Director to support our work with Deputy Under Secretary of the Air Force, International Affairs (SAF/IA). In this key role you will analyze existing US military and Saudi defense and capability requirements, identify/assess alternative sustainment and enhancement strategies, provide recommendations, and assist in defining requirements for future programs. This position requires 25-33% international travel.

Job Description

• Provide expertise in the logistics management of RSAF procured systems, supporting infrastructure and facilities.
• Provide expertise in munitions capabilities and employment associated with the Partner Nation’s weapons systems
• Ensure up to date information in the SAF/IA partner capabilities database for assigned programs, countries or regions
• Develop a key essential personnel contact list with names and contact information for US inter agency and Qatari Air Force personnel involved in aviation FMS case development and execution
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Secret clearance
• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Minimum of eight (8) years’ experience with demonstrated effectiveness in: USAF LOA development and execution or experience as SAF/IA Country Desk Officer working on USAF programs. Will consider 5 years’ experience with Master’s degree.
• Familiarity with USAF F-15 or other USAF fighter and weapons operations, exercises, and training
• Experience implementing DoD acquisition policies, laws, regulations, and guidance required to implement FMS LOAs
• US DoD staff experience in a military, USG civilian or contractor capacity
• Knowledge and general understanding of USAF roles and missions
• Knowledge and general understanding of security cooperation, international affairs security assistance, foreign military sales to include the processes, legislation and players.
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• A Master’s Degree in an International Affairs curriculum
  
  

Disclaimer

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