Foreign Policy Program Officer with Security Clearance
Company: RWD Consulting LLC
Location: Washington
Posted on: April 26, 2024
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Job Description:
Description SrProgram Officer (Foreign Policy Program Officer)
Bureau and Office: CDP/SPC/DCCP Duty Location: Hybrid (DOS Harry
STruman BldgWashington, DC) Minimum Qualifications:--- BA degree in
related field--- Minimum 5 yrs of experience with program
management of foreign assistance grants, contracts, interagency
agreements, and congressional reporting is required.--- Experience
preparing briefing materials and meet timelines with limited
supervision; and can work independently and proactively.---
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 lunchQualifications--- 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.--- Experience with
U.Sgovernment and State Department administrative policies and
proceduresAbility to interact with all nationalities in a
culturally sensitive manner.--- Ability to work with database
applicationsExperience in program administration, operating
procedures, oversight, and monitoring.--- 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.---
Excellent, timely and precise organizational skills and
multitasking abilitiesExcellent critical and creative thinking and
analytical skills.--- Excellent written and oral communication
skillsExcellent ability to work independently, with minimal
supervision, and multi-task in a high volume, fast-paced work
environment.--- Excellent ability to also have a flexible,
team-oriented approach to workExcellent ability to build and
maintain strong working relationships with colleagues.---
Significant familiarity or direct experience in relevant program
fieldSignificant familiarity or direct experience in working on
Department of State or similar diplomatic programs.--- Foreign
language skills are preferred but not requiredDuties and
Responsibilities--- Manage the day-to-day program activities of
DCCP funded programs implemented by DCCP and those implemented
through Bureau and interagency partners.--- 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.---
Coordinate and assist in developing and implementing all related
DCCP program processes.--- Assist CDP Regional Coordinators,
Department Bureaus, and Post Officers in developing regional and
country ICT and cyber policy operational plans.--- 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.--- 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.--- 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.--- 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.--- 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.---
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.--- Travel overseas may be
requiredClearance--- 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.
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