Foreign Policy Program Officer with Security Clearance
Description SrProgram Officer (Foreign Policy Program Officer) Bureau and Office:
CDP/SPC/DCCP Duty Location:
Hybrid (DOS Harry STruman BldgWashington, DC) Minimum
Qualifications:
o BA degree in related fieldo Minimum 5 yrs of experience with program management of foreign assistance grants, contracts, interagency agreements, and congressional reporting is required.o Experience preparing briefing materials and meet timelines with limited supervision; and can work independently and proactively.o Excellent analytic, interpersonal and communication skills; knowledge of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) programming, activities, and issues; an understanding of managing for results, preferred Required Security Clearance :
Top Secret SrProgram Officer/Subject Matter Expert I We're seeking an experienced, engaged and detail-oriented Senior Program Officer with excellent analytic, interpersonal and communication skills; critical thinking and problem-solving skills; knowledge of and experience with Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and Cybersecurity issues; an understanding of 'managing for results'; ability to prepare written analysis and briefing materials and meet timelines with limited supervision; and can work independently and proactivelyExperience in international (multi-donor) cooperation, building relationships with the interagency and like-minded partnersExperience with strategic and operational plans, developing and implementing strategic communicationsExperience with program design and implementation of foreign assistance and working with USG implementing partners such as the US Agency for International Development (USAID), US Department of State and/or United Nations is requiredPrior experience performing in leadership roles managing multimillion-dollar programming, program evaluation, managing and mentoring staff, negotiating with foreign governments, and demonstrated experience in organizational management, systems, and business processesThe Program Officer will assist in managing DCCP implementing partners' programs, monitoring, and evaluating program progress, engaging like-minded donors and external stakeholders, conducting data analysis on regional trends/needs, to include data visualization, and identifying and leveraging opportunities where DCCP programming can have an impactThe candidate will develop program analyses and information to guide the management of resources and participate in team projects, such as annual budget, program planning and allocations, and reportingNormal work hours will be Monday through FridayOffice hours are 8:
15a - 5:
00p, with a non-reimbursable 45-minute lunchQualificationso Education and/or work experience related to relevant functional areaFor higher complexity positions, extensive work experience related to relevant programs or activities may be required.o Experience with U.Sgovernment and State Department administrative policies and proceduresAbility to interact with all nationalities in a culturally sensitive manner.o Ability to work with database applicationsExperience in program administration, operating procedures, oversight, and monitoring.o Facility with standard software, including the complete Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, SharePoint), and an ability to learn and work with other software, as well as database applications.o Excellent, timely and precise organizational skills and multitasking abilitiesExcellent critical and creative thinking and analytical skills.o Excellent written and oral communication skillsExcellent ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, and multi-task in a high volume, fast-paced work environment.o Excellent ability to also have a flexible, team-oriented approach to workExcellent ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues.o Significant familiarity or direct experience in relevant program fieldSignificant familiarity or direct experience in working on Department of State or similar diplomatic programs.o Foreign language skills are preferred but not requiredDuties and Responsibilitieso Manage the day-to-day program activities of DCCP funded programs implemented by DCCP and those implemented through Bureau and interagency partners.o Provide administrative and analytical support to CDP Regional Coordinators and the Grants Officer Representative (GOR) and Contracting Officer Representative (COR) in the implementation of the DCCP funded programs.o Coordinate and assist in developing and implementing all related DCCP program processes.o Assist CDP Regional Coordinators, Department Bureaus, and Post Officers in developing regional and country ICT and cyber policy operational plans.o Attend regional trainings and conferences as appropriate for program oversightEngage and coordinate with State counterparts (regional and functional bureaus, RTOs, etc.) and interagency partners to design and leverage program activities.o Coordinate and leverage CDP/DCCP to advance legislative and Administration initiatives and such as Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGII), Countering PRC Influence Fund (CPIF), and recently passed CHIPS Act.o Analyze reports from a wide variety of sources, with a particular focus on advisories such as the PRC and Russia, to obtain understanding of current situations and implications for U.Sinterests to inform future DCCP programming and monitoring efforts.o Support the review and development of a performance management plan and monitoring and evaluation planSystematically review the comprehensive DCCP program portfolio reporting to ensure deliverables are on schedule, conduct quality assurance and data analysisThis includes tracking program data and monitoring for results.o Draft situational program reports using qualitative and quantitative data and utilize data visualization techniques to communicate impactMonitors developments and trends of ICT, cyber and critical and emerging technology regional activities to facilitate efforts and achieve U.Sforeign policy objectives.o Research and map ICT, critical and emerging technology regional activitiesPrepare and present DCCP information in writing and/or orally; clears products with relevant Department leadership, Congress, and other organizations.o Travel overseas may be requiredClearanceo TOP SECRET Clearance with SCI eligibility certification If you do not find interest in this opportunity but know of someone who may, we kindly ask that you refer the individual to RWD Consulting, LLC by forwarding this job postingEstablished in 2004, RWD Consulting, LLC (RWD) provides tomorrow's solutions todayWe achieve mission-critical results for federal, public and private sectors through our core competencies:
Data Management & Analytics, Information Technology, Logistics & Supply Chain Management, Facility Operations & Management, and Project Management, Administrative & Technical SupportOur services enhance our clients' capabilities and allow them to focus on their mission and goalsRWD Consulting, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Recommended Skills Administration Analytical Attention To Detail Business Processes Coaching And Mentoring Communication Apply to this job. Think you're the perfect candidate? Apply on company site $(document).ready( function() $(#ads-desktop-placeholder).html(
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CDP/SPC/DCCP Duty Location:
Hybrid (DOS Harry STruman BldgWashington, DC) Minimum
Qualifications:
o BA degree in related fieldo Minimum 5 yrs of experience with program management of foreign assistance grants, contracts, interagency agreements, and congressional reporting is required.o Experience preparing briefing materials and meet timelines with limited supervision; and can work independently and proactively.o Excellent analytic, interpersonal and communication skills; knowledge of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) programming, activities, and issues; an understanding of managing for results, preferred Required Security Clearance :
Top Secret SrProgram Officer/Subject Matter Expert I We're seeking an experienced, engaged and detail-oriented Senior Program Officer with excellent analytic, interpersonal and communication skills; critical thinking and problem-solving skills; knowledge of and experience with Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and Cybersecurity issues; an understanding of 'managing for results'; ability to prepare written analysis and briefing materials and meet timelines with limited supervision; and can work independently and proactivelyExperience in international (multi-donor) cooperation, building relationships with the interagency and like-minded partnersExperience with strategic and operational plans, developing and implementing strategic communicationsExperience with program design and implementation of foreign assistance and working with USG implementing partners such as the US Agency for International Development (USAID), US Department of State and/or United Nations is requiredPrior experience performing in leadership roles managing multimillion-dollar programming, program evaluation, managing and mentoring staff, negotiating with foreign governments, and demonstrated experience in organizational management, systems, and business processesThe Program Officer will assist in managing DCCP implementing partners' programs, monitoring, and evaluating program progress, engaging like-minded donors and external stakeholders, conducting data analysis on regional trends/needs, to include data visualization, and identifying and leveraging opportunities where DCCP programming can have an impactThe candidate will develop program analyses and information to guide the management of resources and participate in team projects, such as annual budget, program planning and allocations, and reportingNormal work hours will be Monday through FridayOffice hours are 8:
15a - 5:
00p, with a non-reimbursable 45-minute lunchQualificationso Education and/or work experience related to relevant functional areaFor higher complexity positions, extensive work experience related to relevant programs or activities may be required.o Experience with U.Sgovernment and State Department administrative policies and proceduresAbility to interact with all nationalities in a culturally sensitive manner.o Ability to work with database applicationsExperience in program administration, operating procedures, oversight, and monitoring.o Facility with standard software, including the complete Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, SharePoint), and an ability to learn and work with other software, as well as database applications.o Excellent, timely and precise organizational skills and multitasking abilitiesExcellent critical and creative thinking and analytical skills.o Excellent written and oral communication skillsExcellent ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, and multi-task in a high volume, fast-paced work environment.o Excellent ability to also have a flexible, team-oriented approach to workExcellent ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues.o Significant familiarity or direct experience in relevant program fieldSignificant familiarity or direct experience in working on Department of State or similar diplomatic programs.o Foreign language skills are preferred but not requiredDuties and Responsibilitieso Manage the day-to-day program activities of DCCP funded programs implemented by DCCP and those implemented through Bureau and interagency partners.o Provide administrative and analytical support to CDP Regional Coordinators and the Grants Officer Representative (GOR) and Contracting Officer Representative (COR) in the implementation of the DCCP funded programs.o Coordinate and assist in developing and implementing all related DCCP program processes.o Assist CDP Regional Coordinators, Department Bureaus, and Post Officers in developing regional and country ICT and cyber policy operational plans.o Attend regional trainings and conferences as appropriate for program oversightEngage and coordinate with State counterparts (regional and functional bureaus, RTOs, etc.) and interagency partners to design and leverage program activities.o Coordinate and leverage CDP/DCCP to advance legislative and Administration initiatives and such as Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGII), Countering PRC Influence Fund (CPIF), and recently passed CHIPS Act.o Analyze reports from a wide variety of sources, with a particular focus on advisories such as the PRC and Russia, to obtain understanding of current situations and implications for U.Sinterests to inform future DCCP programming and monitoring efforts.o Support the review and development of a performance management plan and monitoring and evaluation planSystematically review the comprehensive DCCP program portfolio reporting to ensure deliverables are on schedule, conduct quality assurance and data analysisThis includes tracking program data and monitoring for results.o Draft situational program reports using qualitative and quantitative data and utilize data visualization techniques to communicate impactMonitors developments and trends of ICT, cyber and critical and emerging technology regional activities to facilitate efforts and achieve U.Sforeign policy objectives.o Research and map ICT, critical and emerging technology regional activitiesPrepare and present DCCP information in writing and/or orally; clears products with relevant Department leadership, Congress, and other organizations.o Travel overseas may be requiredClearanceo TOP SECRET Clearance with SCI eligibility certification If you do not find interest in this opportunity but know of someone who may, we kindly ask that you refer the individual to RWD Consulting, LLC by forwarding this job postingEstablished in 2004, RWD Consulting, LLC (RWD) provides tomorrow's solutions todayWe achieve mission-critical results for federal, public and private sectors through our core competencies:
Data Management & Analytics, Information Technology, Logistics & Supply Chain Management, Facility Operations & Management, and Project Management, Administrative & Technical SupportOur services enhance our clients' capabilities and allow them to focus on their mission and goalsRWD Consulting, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Recommended Skills Administration Analytical Attention To Detail Business Processes Coaching And Mentoring Communication Apply to this job. Think you're the perfect candidate? Apply on company site $(document).ready( function() $(#ads-desktop-placeholder).html(
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