Strategic Leaders International Course (SLIC) Director

Description

Position title: Strategic Leaders International Course (SLIC) Director

Location: Stennis Space Center, Mississippi

Clearance required: SECRET

 

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Act as the lead for providing course content and ensuring continuity across all iterations of the Strategic Leadership International Course (SLIC).
• Oversee the planning and execution of at least three SLIC iterations per fiscal year, including two in English and one in Spanish.
• Lead pre-course coordination and preparation meetings to ensure all logistical, administrative, and curriculum requirements are met.
• Identify, vet, and coordinate with up to 20 content speakers, subject matter experts, and academics for each course to ensure instruction remains at the leading edge of strategic design.
• Plan and manage the one-week off-site training trip for each course, including all associated travel and logistical requirements.
• Ensure that Spanish course iterations are properly supported with qualified bilingual proctors and translators to convey technical and nuanced course material effectively.
• Develop, prepare, and provide all necessary course materials for students and instructors.
• Author and submit a comprehensive after-action report to the government following the completion of each course iteration.
• Serve as the primary Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the annual course review to provide recommendations for curriculum updates and improvements.

Qualifications

• Must possess Special Operations experience at command level or higher.
• Proven experience in instruction, facilitation, or mentorship, preferably with senior military leaders (O5-O7) and/or senior government officials.
• Strong understanding of strategic-level planning and design methodologies relevant to complex global challenges.
• Excellent public speaking and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead discussions, engage with international partners, and represent the command professionally at official functions.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a Course Director and multiple subject matter experts to deliver a cohesive and high-quality educational experience.