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Core Competencies

Foreign Affairs, Team Collaboration, Counter Terrorism, International Laws, Leahy Amendment, Personnel/Unit Vetting, Human Rights Coordination, Classified/Unclassified Database Utilization, Human Rights Violation Analysis/Assessment, Management Report Authorship, Recommendations Development, Research, Interagency/Interdepartmental Collaboration, Democracy/Human Rights/Labor (DRL), Bureau of Near East Affairs (NEA), Bureau of Political Military Affairs Regional Security and Arms Transfers (PM/RSAT), Bureau of Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC), Policy/Standards/Criteria Review, Funding Applications Review, Staff Personnel Interaction, Briefing Materials Development

Professional Experience

November 2013 Present

VISTA Technology Services

U.S. Department of State

Office of Near East Affairs & Regional Multilateral Affairs (NEA/RMA)

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Human Rights Officer / Leahy Vetting Coordinator / Defense Trade Coordinator

Successfully perform broad-based human rights-based vetting of military, police and security force personnel receiving U.S. assistance as defined by Leahy Amendment (FY 2007 FOAA Act D.L. 104-208); serve as lead Human Rights Coordinator for Bureau of Near East Affairs and all NEA U.S. American Embassies. Proficiently work with classified/unclassified databases to gain information needed to analyze and evaluate any possible human rights violations by vetted units/individuals including those violations involved with terrorism or criminal violations. Perform multiple administrative actions including assembling vetting requests, author reports for management concerning vetting case loads and utilize experience and subject matter expertise to develop recommendations designed to improve multiple vetting processes/procedures. As needed conduct additional research into any violations uncovered during vetting process; interface with DRL Vetter, desk offices and Post/Embassy senior policy officials to discuss

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research/findings and work closely with DRL and NEA to provide advisement and consultation regarding direction of surfaced information.

Expertly participate in reviewing/analyzing various current as well as proposed policies/standards/criteria for DRL, PM/RSAT and other agencies; authored important relevant report on changes to Leahy Law and regularly collect/research/evaluate intelligence from multiple sources concerning various prevailing laws/regulations to assess individual/unit applicants for U.S. federal funding.

Skillfully develop excellent working relationships with staff personnel at various levels including NEA Assistant Secretary, NEA Ambassadors and DOD Representatives; also work closely with members of DRL, PM/RSAT and DDTC, maintaining communication with the foreign policy community via email, telephone, inter-/intra-agency meetings and briefings with senior regional officials. Continually assure that classified/unclassified information is routed to appropriate officers to support DOS capabilities in making appropriate final determinations concerning human rights violations. Strong contributing participant in Defense Trade Control (DTC) Conferences with Commerce Department that discussed arms control, security, trade, international law, non-proliferation, political and human rights issues affecting NEA region.

June 2009 August 2009

U.S. Department of State

Office of African Affairs & Regional Security Affairs (AF/RSA)

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Program Assistant

In this assignment expertly and professionally authored/disseminated broad array of reports, memoranda, cables and Brief Check Lists (BCLs) to appropriate individuals serving with Bureau of African Affairs. Assisted all interaction activities by serving in liaison role for AFROCOM Deputy Commander and U.N. Somali Military Conference participants; also served in crucial translator role for attendees, developed background reports on individual Somali attendees and worked closely with DRL on promoting human rights issues with representatives from Somalia. Skillfully developed oral as well as written reports on various situations impacting U.S. citizens as well as Somalia-related international interests, including human rights issues; provided policy analysis and supporting data for officials of the Bureau of African Affairs regarding Somalia and terrorism/Islamic fundamentalism, particularly issues related to Al-Shabab. Utilized unclassified databases, websites and various search engines for research activities and reviewed/assessed proposals submitted for the U.N. Somali Military Conference.

August 2008 December 2008

U.S. Department of State

Office of Near East Affairs & Regional Multilateral Affairs (NEA/RMA)

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Program Assistant

For senior policy officials was tasked with responsibilities for developing analytical reports, talking points and Brief Check List (BCL) reports covering Middle East political individuals and policy implications regarding various Middle Eastern/North African countries. Contributed to bureau meetings and regularly presented check list reports concerning various dignitaries visiting NEA Assistant Secretary; developed reports on NEA Ambassadors, assisted Chief of Mission at NEA Conference and served as Escort for NEA VIPs.

Education

George Mason University, Fairfax, VA

Masters Degree, Conflict Resolution

GPA: 3.6

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George Mason University, Fairfax, VA

Bachelor of Arts, Government and International Policies Major

GPA: 3.20

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Northern Virginia Community College

Associates Degree

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Awards/Commendations

Bureau of African Affairs, Office of Regional and Security Affairs

Certificate of Appreciation for U.S. Foreign Policy Contributions, 2009

NEA Bureau

Excellence in Commercial Military Sales

Leahy Vetting Excellence

U.S. Embassy Baghdad

Certificate of Appreciation for Outstanding Work in Advancing U.S. Operations

Adnan I. Hurreh

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I am extremely interested in being considered for the (here, Adnan, you would insert the name of the position as listed on the Vacancy Announcement to which you are responding) position currently available with your agency and am submitting my resume for review.

I am a results-driven professional with a strong understanding of foreign affairs and commitment to serving international organizations in pursuit of improving the lives of all individuals by focusing on improving human rights and conditions at all levels. I am exceptionally skilled and experienced at working within a cooperative team environment at all organizational levels and have developed multiple abilities that allow me to adapt to a broad array of environments and conditions as well as to quickly grasp the importance and key aspects of new opportunities.

With over seven years of experience gained in various assignments including my current roles as Human Rights Officer, Leahy Vetting Coordinator and Defense Trade Coordinator with the U.S. Department of State in the Office of Near East Affairs & Regional Multilateral Affairs (NEA/RMA), I am well-versed in managing operations, meeting standards and guidelines, and achieving objectives.

I have attended George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia, where I earned a Masters Degree in Conflict Resolution, with a GPA of 3.6, and a Bachelor of Arts in Government and International Policies, with a GPA of 3.2; additionally I have earned an Associates Degree and have been recognized for my performance excellence and contributions with a Certificate of Appreciation from the Bureau of African Affairs, Office of Regional and Security Affairs, the NEA Bureau for Excellence in Commercial Military Sales and Leahy Vetting Excellence, and the U.S. Embassy Baghdad with a Certificate of Appreciation for Outstanding Work in Advancing U.S. Operations.

Throughout my career I have exhibited a commitment to quality and consistent compliance with critical governing directives, standards, policies and procedures. I am confident in my ability to deliver immediate and long-term results and you will find me to be a performance-driven leader and collaborative team player focused on achieving and surpassing goals.

I am eager to discuss how my qualifications match your needs, and look forward to interviewing with you at your earliest convenience. In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

Professionally,

Adnan I. Hurreh

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