Requirement: International Policy Analyst

Job Description:

The candidate will serve as an International Affairs Analyst on a dynamic team supporting Department of Defense (DoD) priorities related to engagement with Allies and Partners. This position will require a multitude of tasks including responses to specific and general requests for information, preparing packages for coordination, and researching specific issues. This position requires functional knowledge of DoD Policy and experience supporting DoD executive leadership. The Policy Analyst will work closely with government and contractor analysts across the Department of Defense, including OSD-Policy, the Services, and various DoD agencies.

The Candidate must have the ability to think strategically, act tactically, and display strong analytical and critical thinking skills. They must also build strong cross-group working relationships and demonstrate exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. The Candidate must be able to thrive and succeed in an entrepreneurial environment and not be hindered by ambiguity or competing priorities. A secret security clearance is required.

Key Responsibilities: Key responsibilities of the candidate will be (but aren't limited to):

• Experience utilizing tasking tracking tools to coordinate executive correspondence
• Meticulous management of memorandums, talking points, portfolio resources, and package materials
• Understanding DoD programmatic responsibilities for reporting, accountability, and executive support
• Responding to requests for program information by executive leadership
• Quickly research, analyze, and package results in response to short-fused requirements
• Prepare quality presentations on short notice for executive presentation to include graphics and graphic design support
• Analyze and identify trends, emerging issues, or future requirements as part of an overarching program planning and implementation process
• Coordinate across a diverse set of stakeholders in DoD and the interagency
• Conduct research on various strategic defense issue sets
• Support administrative functions such as reporting and file management

Qualifications/Requirements:

The Candidate must have the ability to think strategically, act tactically, and display strong analytical and critical thinking skills. They must also build strong cross-group working relationships and demonstrate exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. The Candidate must be able to thrive and succeed in an entrepreneurial environment and not be hindered by ambiguity or competing priorities.

We are looking for candidates with DoD and/or international engagement experience with interest in Security Cooperation and Security Assistance programs.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. US Citizen
2. TS/SCI clearance
3. 2+ years of experience in the public sector, preferably in the DoD or DoS
4. 2+ years of experience in DoD Policy formulation and implementation
5. 1+ years of experience in supporting executive DoD program management support
6. Experience navigating the senior DoD enterprise and coordinating within OSD-Policy and various other engagement stakeholders
7. Experience working with foreign dignitaries, preferably in the DoD or DoS
8. General literacy with the MS Office Suite applications of Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and
9. Proven ability to conduct open-source research and prepare executive-level correspondence
10. Strong Organizational and Customer Service Skills
11. Excellent oral and written communication skills
12. Ability to follow security protocols
13. Bachelor's (4-year) degree from an accredited institution

Job: Full-time

Location: Arlington, VA

Salary Range: $80k - $125k/yr

Assigned Forge JobTitle: Consultant

Essential Duties:

• Problem Solving- Identifies and resolves problems promptly; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Written Communication- Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.
• Diversity- Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment; builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics- Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethics; upholds organizational values.
• Strategic Thinking- Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; analyzes market and competition; identifies external threats and opportunities; adapts strategy to changing conditions.
• Planning/Organizing- Prioritize and plan work activities; use time efficiently; plan for additional resources; set goals and objectives; organize or schedule other people and their tasks; develop realistic action plans.
• Professionalism- Tactfully approaches others; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
• Innovation- Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
• Qualifications- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Language Skills- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, proposals, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Mathematical Skills- Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Reasoning Ability- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to question activities and issues in all functional areas and make sound business decisions based on that data.
• Physical Demands- The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, type, or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Work Environment- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee will normally work in a temperature-controlled office environment, with frequent exposure to electronic office equipment.

This job posting sets forth the basic authorities and responsibilities of this position, which may be changed from time to time as shall be determined. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Benefits:

Forge fosters a rich company culture built on a diverse, hard-working employee base. Our staff is the core of our success and the impetus behind our decisions. In today's corporate culture, there is no longer a line between work and home life. As a result, we focused our benefits approach on the whole family.

The Forge total compensation model is based on a "choose-your-own-adventure approach," allowing each employee to create a comprehensive package of benefits and perks tailored to his or her needs. Examples of benefits included in our total compensation package include:

• Complete Flextime
• 401k With Employer Matching
• Healthcare, Including Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA) And Pre-Tax Premium Options
• Supplementary healthcare and family support
• Extended Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• Healthcare Insurance Deductible Paydown
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment, and Education & Training Stipends
• Cell Phone / Internet Stipends
• College Saving Plans with Employer Contributions
• Alternative Work Locations and Tele-Commuting
• Employee Referral Awards
• Retention, Signing & Performance Bonuses
• Commuter Benefits
• Paid Sabbatical