Senior Police Advisor
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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.
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Quick Summary
The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), is seeking a Senior Police Advisor for a Personal Services Contract (PSC) in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. This role involves providing senior-level advice and guidance to the INL Section at the U.S. Embassy and coordinating the management and oversight of INL assistance portfolios in Haiti, including counternarcotics, illegal firearms trafficking, border security, and anti-gang efforts. The position offers a salary range of $126,384 - $164,301 (FS-01 / GS-15 equivalent). Applications are due by March 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET.
Purpose & Scope
The Senior Police Advisor will serve as a key advisor on security and law enforcement policy, assisting the INL Director in planning and administering police reform and law enforcement programs in Haiti. Responsibilities include advising the Haitian National Police (HNP) on strategic planning and institutional reforms, developing law enforcement strategies, managing INL programs and staff, and ensuring compliance with U.S. laws and policies. The role requires extensive coordination with U.S. interagency partners, international organizations, and host-nation counterparts.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Personal Services Contract (PSC)
- Period of Performance: 12 months from award date, with four (4) optional one-year extensions.
- Location: U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti, with occasional travel.
- Eligibility: Qualified U.S. citizens capable of obtaining and maintaining a Department of State Secret level security clearance.
Submission Requirements
Applicants must submit the following materials via email to INLPSCTeam@state.gov by the closing date:
- Form SF-171 (Completed and signed, continuation sheet SF-171-A may be needed for additional work experience).
- Complete Resume: Must explicitly detail paid/non-paid experience, job titles, locations, dates (month/year), hours per week, and specific duties to demonstrate qualifications.
- Evaluation Factor Document: Address each of the three evaluation factors (Work Experience, Suitability for Haitian Context, Management & Communication Experience) with specific examples, limited to 500 words per factor.
- Professional References: Three (3) names and contact information (phone and email) of current and/or previous supervisors.
Evaluation Factors
Offerors will be evaluated based on:
- Factor 1: Work Experience (25 points) - Supervisory experience in law enforcement, advising senior officials, managing complex security operations, and working with interagency/international partners.
- Factor 2: Suitability for Haitian Context (25 points) - Understanding of the Haitian context, experience with foreign police/military, working in conflict zones, and preferred Creole language skills.
- Factor 3: Management & Communication Experience (20 points) - Effective oral and written communication, ability to analyze and defend determinations.
Interviews account for 30 points, and satisfactory professional reference checks are pass/fail. The total possible score is 100 points.
Key Dates & Contact
- Issuance Date: February 27, 2026
- Closing Date: March 13, 2026, 3:00 PM ET
- Contact: INL PSC Team (INLPSCTeam@state.gov)