Program Advisor (26-47)

creativecorrections; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Corrections, Washington, DC, is seeking a Program Advisor for a contracted role with the U.S. Department of State. The incumbent will conduct research, develop case files, coordinate with posts, bureaus, and interagency partners, and prepare senior leadership memos and congressional reports.

The position requires a bachelor's degree, 2–4 years of relevant experience, U.S. citizenship, and strong written and verbal communication.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• 2–4 years’ relevant field experience.
• Knowledge of international narcotics, law enforcement, or similar programs.
• Understanding of Federal policies and budgeting processes.
• Strong verbal and written communication with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience drafting U.S. government reports and documents.

Responsibilities

• Develop cases through research and analysis, coordinating with posts and interagency partners.
• Draft decision memos for senior leadership and Congressional reports.
• Coordinate with Legal, Consular Affairs Bureaus to ensure prerequisites.
• Engage with U.S. law enforcement and intelligence communities on case referrals.
• Advise on expanding authorities and best practices.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Research and analysis

Teamwork and independence

Policy and regulatory knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Advising and consulting

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Creative Corrections is actively recruiting exceptional candidates to be considered for a Program Advisor position located in Washington, DC. This will be a contract role within the U.S. Department of State. The U.S. Department of State is the lead institution for the conduct of American diplomacy and the Secretary of State is the President's principal foreign policy advisor. The Department's mission is to advance U.S. national security interests, fight terrorism, protect U.S. interests abroad, and implement foreign policy initiatives that build a freer, prosperous, and secure world.

The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) keeps Americans safe at home by countering international crime, illegal drugs, and instability abroad. INL helps countries deliver justice and fairness by strengthening their police, courts, and corrections systems. These efforts reduce the amount of crime and illegal drugs reaching U.S. shores.

INL's Office of Results and Criminal Deterrence (INL/RCD) plays a leadership role in INL, the Department, and the interagency in combating corruption and transnational organized crime internationally, including through management of several anticrime sanctions and deterrence tools. The Anticrime Sanctions and Deterrence Tools Branch implements corruption-related visa restrictions and related sanctions programs, as well as the Narcotics and Transnational Organized Crime Rewards Programs (NRP/TOCRP). INL administers two corruption-related visa denial authorities: Presidential Proclamation 7750 (PP 7750) and the Anti-Kleptocracy Provision in Section 7031(c) of the annual Appropriations Act. These two authorities allow the Department to deny visas to current and former corrupt officials, their corrupt affiliates, and their immediate family members. INL also supports implementation of Executive Order (E.O.) 13818 (entitled "Blocking the Property of Persons Involved in Serious Human Rights Abuse or Corruption"), which implements the Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act of 2016, as well as E.O. 14059 (illicit drugs) and E.O. 13581 (TOC).

This position is contingent upon award of contract for BPA Call.

POSITION OVERVIEW

TITLE: Program Advisor

LOCATION: Washington, DC.

SECURITY CLEARANCE: A Secret security clearance is required for this position; however, the contractor may begin work with an interim Secret security clearance.

CLOSING DATE: August 21, 2026

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Program Advisor (referred to as Advisor for the remainder of the document) serves on a several-person unit, managed by a Division Chief. The Advisor, under the direction of the Division Chief, will support implementation of PP 7750, Section 7031(c), 3C, E.O. 14059, E.O. 13581, and Global Magnitsky sanctions, as well as provide support to the Narcotics and TOC Rewards Programs The primary focus will be on developing cases, including research and analysis of information; coordination with posts, relevant bureaus and the interagency; interaction with non-governmental sources for proposed case and substantiating information; and drafting decision memos for senior leadership. The position will also include assisting in drafting the related Congressionally mandated reports and raising awareness about these authorities through engagement with other Department offices, embassies abroad, the interagency, civil society, and the Hill.

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

The period of performance for this order will be one (01) year from the date of award with the option to extend for six (06) months subject to performance, need, and funding.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process visa restriction, sanctions, and rewards actions directed at high-level corrupt foreign public officials and those who corrupt them (i.e., bribers), narcotraffickers and transnational criminals, as well as family members of these groups.
• Draft analysis documents and memoranda for each case, based on research and analysis of a variety of sources and in coordination with a range of stakeholders (including obtaining numerous clearances), for senior leadership’s consideration and approval.
• Work closely with the Legal and Consular Affairs Bureaus to ensure legal, factual, and procedural prerequisites are met, and constructively resolve disagreements.
• Work closely with the U.S. law enforcement and intelligence communities in 1) distributing case-related information to ensure potential law enforcement actions involving subjects are not compromised by visa actions and 2) generating referrals for cases and further developing the factual basis for draft memos.
• Serve as a resource within the Department and the interagency community on visa restrictions, sanctions, and rewards, brief working level officials within the interagency and Department, and assist in preparing Congressional reporting and testimonies.
• Advise on opportunities to expand use of authorities and innovate practice.
• Support outreach efforts to raise awareness about these authorities through engagement with other Department offices, embassies abroad, the interagency, civil society, and the Hill.
• Conduct similar research and analysis to support implementation of related programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• U.S. Citizen.
• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Two to four years’ experience in relevant field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of specific country issues, including specialized knowledge of international narcotics and law enforcement, or similar type programs sufficient to ensure project work is in compliance with management policies and procedures and in conformance with the Foreign Assistance Act and other regulatory procedures and guidelines.
• Proven knowledge of Federal policies and procedures including methods of providing assistance and the Federal budget process.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with a wide range of players.
• Demonstrated ability to provide advice, guidance, and consultation with regard to the interpretation and application of analysis.
• Experience drafting U.S. government reports and documents, such as the INCSR, embassy cables, and other documents.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated exposure to sanctions, anticorruption, and/or consular work.
• Demonstrated experience and ability for successful interactions with U.S. government agencies to develop and maintain partnership relationships.
• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills, including ability to communicate analyses effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated strong research and analytical skills to monitor, evaluate, digest, and synthesize complex, technical information.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team and independently.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, while maintaining timeliness and control over multiple elements of a portfolio.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office’s applications.

LEVEL OF EFFORT

Hours for this full-time position will be Monday through Friday, 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week, incorporating the core hours of the Department of State (9:00 AM to 3:00 PM).

POSITION LOCATION

The physical work location is the INL/RCD office at State Annex (SA-01), Columbia Plaza, 2401 E St. NW Washington, DC 20520.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT

A Secret security clearance is required for this position; however, the contractor may begin work with an interim Secret security clearance.

This position is contingent upon award of contract for BPA Call.

ABOUT CREATIVE CORRECTIONS

At Creative Corrections, we strive to create a culture where we are able to attract and retain highly talented and qualified individuals. These relationships are built on trust, respect, and an assurance each person feels valued. We offer a strategic Total Compensation Package for qualified employees. In the end, we recognize that our employees are the heart and soul of the Company and provide the services our customers rely upon.

In addition, we are honored to be a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and are equally proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, committed to creating a diversified workplace where everyone feels valued and respected because of their differences.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status or characteristics.