Contract Specialist ( location Kuwait)

Job Description Job Description Operational Contract Support (OCS) Contract Specialist – Kuwait Location: Kuwait Employment Type: Full-Time Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain required access credentials Employer: DAV-Force, Inc. Support U.S. Military Operations in the Middle East DAV-Force is seeking an experienced Operational Contract Support (OCS) Contract Specialist to support U.S. military operations in Kuwait. This position is ideal for former DoD Contract Specialists, GS-1102 professionals, military contracting personnel, contingency contracting officers, acquisition professionals, and logistics specialists with experience supporting operational environments. This role works directly with military staff, contracting offices, funding offices, logistics personnel, and end users to develop, manage, and track mission-critical contract requirements supporting U.S. Government operations. Responsibilities Develop, review, and manage acquisition and contract requirements packages. Draft and revise Performance Work Statements (PWS), Statements of Work (SOW), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE), Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASP), and supporting acquisition documentation. Coordinate requirements development among military end users, contracting offices, funding offices, logistics personnel, and property book managers. Track contract actions from requirements development through award, performance, and closeout. Prepare and submit documentation for review boards and approval processes. Conduct acquisition research and provide recommendations to leadership. Monitor contract status and provide updates to senior military and government stakeholders. Coordinate vendor deliveries and support contract execution activities. Maintain contract records and reporting requirements. Support Operational Contract Support (OCS) planning and integration efforts. Required Qualifications Minimum 4 years of acquisition, contracting, logistics, or operational support experience. Experience supporting U.S. Government, DoD, military, or contingency contracting environments. Working knowledge of federal acquisition processes and contract administration. Experience preparing or reviewing acquisition packages and supporting documentation. Strong communication, coordination, and organizational skills. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced operational environment. Highly Desired Qualifications Candidates with one or more of the following are strongly encouraged to apply: DAWIA Contracting Certification APDP Contracting Certification FAC-C Certification CPCM, CFCM, or CCMA Certification Former GS-1102 Contract Specialist Former Contracting Officer Representative (COR) Contingency Contracting Experience LOGCAP Experience CENTCOM or USCENTCOM Experience Joint Publication 4-10 Operational Contract Support familiarity Military acquisition, logistics, engineering, or operational planning background Prior overseas deployment or OCONUS support experience Why DAV-Force? DAV-Force is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) supporting U.S. Government operations worldwide. Our team delivers mission-critical support services across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Indo-Pacific region. We value professionals who thrive in operational environments and understand the importance of supporting the warfighter through effective acquisition and contract management. Apply Today If you have experience in federal contracting, acquisition, logistics, contingency operations, or operational contract support and are looking for an opportunity to support critical U.S. military missions overseas, we encourage you to apply. Company Description PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING. Be advised that you are only required to apply for ONE position. Pick your best employment opportunity and only apply once. If you apply for more than one position, all applications will be deleted and you will not be considered for any open positions. Ensure you have all the qualities and experience listed in the job description before applying or your resume will be discarded. If directions are not followed as per above, your resume will be deleted form the system and you will be forced to re-apply following all terms outlined. Company Description PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING.\r\nBe advised that you are only required to apply for ONE position. Pick your best employment opportunity and only apply once. If you apply for more than one position, all applications will be deleted and you will not be considered for any open positions.\r\nEnsure you have all the qualities and experience listed in the job description before applying or your resume will be discarded.\r\nIf directions are not followed as per above, your resume will be deleted form the system and you will be forced to re-apply following all terms outlined.