Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Programs Coordinator
Overview
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PSC
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), is seeking a Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Programs Coordinator for a Personal Services Contract (PSC) in Hanoi, Vietnam. This role involves leading the implementation of INL's terrestrial law enforcement and criminal justice programming in Vietnam. Applications are due February 27, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The Coordinator will manage, coordinate, and supervise all phases of INL law enforcement and criminal justice sector programs in Vietnam. Key responsibilities include:
- Serving as the Law Enforcement and Justice Sector Coordinator for INL/EA.
- Analyzing criminal justice policy and legislative developments in Vietnam.
- Managing program strategy, budget formulation, design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
- Facilitating training and technical assistance for host-nation law enforcement and legal professionals.
- Coordinating acquisitions, procurements, contracts, and grants.
- Establishing and maintaining relationships with Vietnamese criminal justice officials and civil society organizations.
- Supervising 2-3 local staff.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Personal Services Contract (PSC)
- Location: Hanoi, Vietnam
- Salary: FS-14 equivalent ($102,409 - $150,391 annually)
- Period of Performance: 12 months, with four optional one-year extensions.
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (Individual U.S. Citizen PSC)
- Issuance Date: February 13, 2026
- Closing Date: February 27, 2026, 3:00 PM ET
Qualifications & Submission
Minimum Qualifications:
- U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain Secret security clearance (Top Secret possible).
- Bachelor's degree.
- 7+ years professional experience in U.S. foreign assistance or criminal justice.
- 3+ years supervisory experience in a multicultural environment.
Application Requirements:
- Completed and signed Form SF 171 (Application for Federal Employment) and SF 171-A (continuation sheet if needed).
- Comprehensive resume detailing experience, dates, hours, supervisors, education, and U.S. Citizenship.
- Evaluation Factor document addressing each factor (max 500 words per factor).
- Three professional references (current/previous supervisors).
- Total proposal not to exceed 20 pages. One PDF attachment is highly recommended.
Evaluation
Offerors will be evaluated based on:
- Knowledge and Experience (35 points)
- Leadership and Management (20 points)
- Coordination and Interpersonal Skills (15 points)
- Interview Performance (30 points)
- Satisfactory Professional Reference Checks (Pass/Fail).
Additional Notes
Benefits and allowances are applicable as per Department of State Standardized Regulations (DSSR). Applicants must ensure their resume explicitly details qualifications to avoid loss of full consideration.