Case Development: A Guide to Preparing Your LOA & Off-Line Documentation for Transmittal to CWD
Where can I obtain more information on this topic?
Within the Security Assistance Management Manual (SAMM), Chapter 5, FMS Case Development, addresses preparation, quality control, and coordination of LOA documents. Separately, the Management of Security Cooperation (Green Book) addresses the role of the IA and CWD in LOA development respectively in Chapter 5.
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Civilian Diplomatic Attire
Does DoD pay me to purchase a wardrobe for civilian diplomatic attire?
Most SCOs perform their daily duties in civilian clothes. DoD policy provides that, when competent authority (e.g., the US Ambassador) directs military personnel to dress in civilian clothing more than half the time when performing official duty, a Civilian Clothing Allowance may be authorized. This allowance is normally issued as a one-time, lump-sum payment to you.
Where can I find the official policy on civilian clothing allowance?
- DODI 1338.18, Armed Forces Clothing Monetary Allowance Procedures
- DOD 7000.14-R, Volume 7A, Chapter 29, "Clothing Monetary Allowances
This information is further addressed in DSCU's learning guide SCO Personal Entitlements, including links to the documents above.
What if I am not entitled to a civilian clothing allowance?
You can raise the issue to your combatant command staff for resolution. In any event, you are expected to acquire, maintain and use an appropriate wardrobe that will help you to professionally represent the United States in your role as a member of a U.S. embassy country team.
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Congressional Notifications for FMS
Where can I obtain more information on this topic?
The primary reference is the Security Assistance Management Manual (SAMM), Chapter 5.5. You may also email DSCA with your question at DSCA-CON-NOT@dsca.mil.
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Contracting for FMS
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Dealing With The Press
Where can I obtain more information on this topic?
See DoDD 5122.05,Assistant Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs (ASD(PA)), Enclosure 2, Principles of Information. This document is available under the Resources tab in the course. Additionally, SCOs are encouraged to consult as necessary with the Public Affairs Officers in their embassies and at their combatant command headquarters.
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Ethics for SC Workforce
Where can I obtain more information on this topic?
The primary resource for ethical standards applicable to all DoD employees is the Department of Defense Standards of Conduct Office (SOCO) website at dodsoco.ogc.osd.mil.
The SOCO website contains the Joint Ethics Regulation, DoD 5500.7-R, which is a “single source of standards of ethical conduct and ethics guidance, including direction in the areas of financial and employment disclosure systems, enforcement, and training.” At the SOCO website, you can also subscribe online to the SOCO News List for updates.
For travel-related issues, you can also consult the Joint Federal Travel Regulations, Volume 1 (JFTR) for uniformed service members or the Joint Travel Regulations, Volume 2 (JTR) for DoD civilian personnel. Both regulations are available online here.
Finally, you can consult your ethics counselor in the Judge Advocate General (JAG) office of your CCMD or other parent organization
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Insider Threat Awareness Brief for International Military Students (IMS)
Are there supplementary materials available for this learning guide?
The following supplementary materials are available for this learning guide:
IMS Insider Threat Awareness Briefing Facilitation Guide
A facilitator guide for the IMSO with questions to ask the IMS to generate discussion.
Insider Risk Reporting for IMS (handout and/or poster)
Fill out Insider Threat POC information for your local installation and provide to IMS as a handout and/or posters that can be displayed around the schoolhouse.
Transcript of the video narration in English
Provide to the IMS
Additional IMSO Insider Threat Resources
Additional Insider Threat resources, job aids and eLearning opportunities from the Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE).
International Military Student Briefing
Why is this training necessary?
All international military students who attend training at DoD schools and elsewhere in the United States are required to receive an orientation before their departure from their home country. This requirement is documented in the JSCET (Joint Security Cooperation Education and Training), also known as AR 12-15, SECNAVINST 4950.4B, and AFI 16-105. Specifically, Chapter 10, paragraph 9 (“In-country predeparture briefing”) requires this training and indicates that DSCU has provided a standard briefing for general use. Additionally, the same paragraph provides an outline of the required topics for the predeparture briefing, which are addressed in this learning guide.
What if the student has other questions?
The student should refer other questions to the Security Cooperation Organization (SCO) before departure. The DSCU learning guide does not cover all situations.
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Introduction to SC Policy, Programs, and Stakeholders: Combined Exercises
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Introduction to SC Policy, Programs, and Stakeholders: Contract Programs Learning Guide
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Introduction to SC Policy, Programs, and Stakeholders: Humanitarian Assistance, Foreign Disaster Relief, and Humanitarian and Civic Assistance
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Introduction to SC Policy, Programs, and Stakeholders: Introduction to the U.S. Government Interagency Community
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Introduction to SC Policy, Programs, and Stakeholders: Security Cooperation (SC) Programs
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Introduction to SC Policy, Programs, and Stakeholders: Security Cooperation Legislation and Policy
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Introduction to SC Policy, Programs, and Stakeholders: Security Cooperation Office Roles, Responsibilities, and Relationships
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Introduction to SC Policy, Programs, and Stakeholders: U.S. Embassy Country Team
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Letter of Request (LOR) Writing Guide
What other resources are available to help draft a complete and accurate LOR?
First, check the online SAMM, especially Chapter 5.1, "Letter of Request Submissions." This is always the official guidance to the partner nations. DSCU’s Green Book, Chapter 5, “Foreign Military Process” provides a thorough outline of FMS including the request phase which culminates in the submission of an LOR. The Green Book is also available online. Finally, the Military Departments have online checklists for most major weapon systems.
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LOA Interpretation Guide
Where can I obtain more information on this topic?
Within the Security Assistance Management Manual (SAMM), a sample LOA can be found at Figure C5.F3 and an explanation of the LOA information and codes can be found at Figure C5.F5. Separately, the Management of Security Cooperation (Green Book) addresses the FMS process and the types of LOAs respectively in Chapters 5 and 6.
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Logistics
Where can I find more information on this topic?
- The Security Assistance Management Manual (SAMM), Chapters 6 & 7
- The Management of Security Cooperation (Green Book), Chapters 10 and 11
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Military Standard Requisition and Issue Procedures (MILSTRIP) for FMS
Does DoD have any formal training on MILSTRIP for the FMS system?
MILSTRIP procedures for FMS are different than those for DoD. DSCU provides MILSTRIP training that is specific to FMS materiel transfers. Most DoD schools do not provide this training. Practical training on MILSTRIP is available through two DSCU courses:
- SCM-CS (Logistics Support) Course, open to US Government, US defense industry, and international purchaser personnel.
- SCM-IL (International Purchaser Logistics) Course, which is open only to international purchasers.
What if I have a MILSTRIP question?
You can use the "Ask an Instructor" feature on the DSCU website. If you have a question on a specific FMS supply document, you should contact the relevant FMS case manager.
Where can I obtain copies of the reference material mentioned in the Learning Guide?
DSCU publishes the Military Standard Requisition and Issue Procedures for Foreign Military Sales reference guide which can be downloaded from the Publications Tab of the DSCU website. A list of the formal DoD publications which govern and explain MILSTRIP and related logistics functions is found at Appendix X.
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MILSTRIP Translator
Does DoD have any formal training on MILSTRIP for the FMS system?
MILSTRIP procedures for FMS are different than those for DoD. DSCU provides MILSTRIP training that is specific to FMS materiel transfers. Most DoD schools do not provide this training. Practical training on MILSTRIP is available through two DSCU courses:
- SCM-CS (Logistics Support) Course, open to US Government, US defense industry, and international purchaser personnel.
- SCM-IL (International Purchaser Logistics) Course, which is open only to international purchasers.
The "MILSTRIP for FMS" learning guide on the DSCU website is also available as a reference and for non-formal (no official credit) training.
What if I have a MILSTRIP question?
You can use the "Ask an Instructor" feature on the DSCU website. If you have a question on a specific FMS supply document, you should contact the relevant FMS case manager.
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Overseas Crisis Readiness
Where can I obtain more information on this topic?
To prepare for a U.S. embassy overseas, the Department of State offers an online resource entitled
Foreign Service Assignment Notebook: What Do I Do Now? Note that some of the mentioned entitlements and benefits are unique to foreign service personnel. DoD personnel may have different entitlements or responsibilities, depending on the issue. See also the DSCU learning guide "SCO Personal Entitlements."
Are there special requirements for security or emergency preparedness at the embassy to which I will be assigned?
Contact your SCO sponsor or the Community Liaison Office (CLO) in the gaining embassy.
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Personnel and Administration
Where can I find more information on this topic?
- DoDD 5105.75, Department of Defense Operations at US Embassies
- The Security Assistance Management Manual (SAMM)
- The Management of Security Cooperation (DSCU Green Book)
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Protocol
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SC-001 Security Cooperation Familiarization
Where can I obtain more information on this topic?
- Read the Introduction to Security Cooperation course description page.
- The Security Cooperation Management (Green Book), Chapter 1, Introduction to Security Cooperation provides an introduction.
- The Joint Publication 3-20, Security Cooperation, Chapter 1, Security Cooperation in Strategic Context provides additional detail.
- The Security Assistance Management Manual (SAMM), Chapter 1, Security Cooperation Overview and Relationships provides additional detail.
SCIP Training: Adhoc Reports Demonstration
Are there transcripts available for this learning guide?
Yes, click here to view the transcripts for this learning guide.
SCIP Training: Case Report Financial Demonstration
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SCIP Training: Finding Cases of Interest Demonstration
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SCIP Training: FMR Case Sheets Demonstration
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SCIP Training: Interim Closed Case Financial Demonstration
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Security Cooperation Organization (SCO) Personal Entitlements
Does DSCU track my completion of this training?
No. DSCU does not track this training, nor does it schedule class time during SCM-O. Students are encouraged to take this training on their own time as soon as possible to plan for their move.
How can I get in touch with the SCO to which I am assigned?
Your SCO should have designated a sponsor who is responsible for contacting you. If this has not happened, you can contact the desk officer for your country in your geographic combatant command (CENTCOM in Tampa, EUCOM and AFRICOM in Stuttgart, PACOM in Honolulu, SOUTHCOM in Miami, or NORTHCOM at Peterson AFB, Colorado). You may be scheduled for an orientation visit to your combatant command en route to your SCO. This may occur before or after you attend DSCU.
Are the entitlements described in this learning guide applicable to all SCOs?
Not necessarily. It depends on the country, COCOM, and other factors. This learning module has been designed to address most entitlements and circumstances for SCO personnel, but each US embassy and SCO has a unique operating and living environment.
What if I am assigned to the staff of a combatant command (CCMD) instead of a SCO?
It is still useful for you to review this presentation, as it will explain to you the entitlements and requirements of those SCO personnel whom you are supporting from the CCMD headquarters.
Training Plan Analysis
Where can I obtain more information on this topic?
- The Security Assistance Management Manual (SAMM), Chapter 10
- The Management of Security Cooperation (Green Book), Chapter 14 and 19
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Understanding the MAPAD
Does DoD have any formal training on MAPAD for the FMS system?
MAPAD procedures for FMS are different than those for DoD. DSCU provides MAPAD training that is specific to FMS materiel transfers. Most DoD schools do not provide this training. Practical training on MAPAD is available through two DSCU courses:
- SCM-CS (Logistics Support) Course, open to US Government, US defense industry, and international purchaser personnel.
- SCM-IL (International Purchaser Logistics) Course, which is open only to international purchasers.
What if I have a question?
You can use the "Ask an Instructor" feature on the DSCU website. If you have a question on a specific FMS supply document, you should contact the relevant FMS case manager.
Where can I obtain copies of the reference material mentioned in the Learning Guide?
DSCU publishes the Military Standard Requisition and Issue Procedures for Foreign Military Sales (Chapter 5) reference guide and the FMS User’s Guide to the Military Assistance Program Address Directory (MAPAD) which can be downloaded from the Publications Tab of the DSCU website. A list of the formal DoD publications which govern and explain MAPAD and related logistics functions is found at Appendix Y.
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Visitor Management for SCOs
What is the SCO’s responsibility in general for DoD visitors?
Under the authority of both the U.S. Ambassador and the SDO/DATT, and in compliance with the DoD Foreign Clearance Guide, the SCO must manage its official visitors so that their presence, activities, and mission support United States security cooperation and foreign policy goals with the host nation. As a minimum, official visits should not detract from these goals. This requires the SCO to carefully coordinate its official visitors with host nation counterparts and the U.S. embassy country team.
What about DoD aircraft clearances and U.S. Navy ship visits?
These are typically the responsibility of the local Defense Attache Office (DAO), which also works under the authority of the SDO/DATT. However, the SCO must remain cognizant of these activities as they interface with – or support -- its security cooperation mission.
What about visits by host nation personnel to CONUS?
The DoD Foreign Clearance Guide does not apply here. Guidance stems from other policy documents, including DoDD 5230.20. In general, official foreign visitors to DoD installations and organizations must have an approved request through the Foreign Visits System (FVS) or, if they are on student status, have an Invitational Travel Order (ITO) issued by the SCO.
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