Seeks to develop, foster, and maintain relationships between ACSS and European or UK National Competent Authorities and organizations that are involved in EU/UK export controls or sanctions policy, administration or enforcement. To this end, the Taskforce opens and nurtures channels of communication with these agencies in order to gain a better understanding of their regulatory requirements and assist with outreach. It is the aim of the Taskforce for such relationships to provide opportunities for regular two-way communication with agencies, such as: the EU Commission DG FISMA, DG-TRADE, DG-TAXUD, FPI, EU Council, AMLA, OFSI, OTSI, BAFA, DG-Trésor, FIUs, MFAs, Customs, and other National Competent Authorities. The mission is foster partnerships between these agencies with ACSS, co-create practical materials, or help organize ACSS government outreach webinars with government speakers.

Interested in joining the task force?

We accept EU or UK-based professionals from private or public sector to serve on this Taskforce. The scope of this volunteer activity is approximately 12 months, and term of service is for 1 year, potentially renewable. The time commitment is manageable (approximately 4 hours per quarter) and spread throughout the year. We plan to have quarterly coordination calls of 60-90 minutes. Interested candidates should email acss@sanctionsassociation.org along with a biography, exemplifying applicable qualifications.

Task Force Member Qualifications

• Required: a member of ACSS (or planning to become a member once confirmed)
• Have 5+ years of experience in managing an area of sanctions or export controls topics
• Have worked for or still works for a EU or UK government agency or international organization with European mandate or works in “Government Relations” role in a private sector.
• Is well connected in the community to help make new connections
• Is a supporter of ACSS educational programming (or sends staff)