5 years of experience with U.S. Department of State, USAID, or Department of War
3 years of experience in foreign assistance, including program management or project oversight
Experience with congressional reporting and regulatory requirements
Responsibilities
Draft department policy notes, action memos, and reports
Provide analytical support for statutory reporting requirements
Offer technical expertise on implementation processes
Prepare and deliver training on conflict and stabilization programming
Analyze implementation efforts to refine processes and guidance
Coordinate discussions and manage information flows among stakeholders
Support monitoring, evaluation, and learning efforts for the client
Benefits
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Tuition Reimbursement and Skills Development Opportunities
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
Full Job Description
Job Family: Operational Effectiveness Consulting
Travel Required: Up to 10%
Clearance Required: Active Secret
What You Will Do:
Guidehouse is seeking a Senior Consultant to support our client with its statutory requirements related to managing a conflict prevention and stabilization initiative and associated strategy. The senior consultant will be a part of a team focused on providing program management, strategic advisory support, and stakeholder coordination and will:
Assist with drafting department policy notes, action memos, briefing materials, and reports;
Provide analytical, drafting, and coordination support to meet Department specific and statutory reporting requirements such as reports, spend plans, and performance updates;
Provide technical expertise to client leadership on implementation and processes;
Prepare and provide training on the updated guidance for conflict and stabilization programming, the associated strategy, and related statutory requirements;
Support analysis of implementation efforts, helping the client refine processes, update guidance, and strengthen oversight structures;
Manage agency or organization discussions by coordinating flows of information, and deconflicting divergent points of view, as needed;
Support and coordinate with client's monitoring, evaluation, and learning efforts, including identifying indicators, compiling evidence, and aiding development of action plans;
Other tasks as assigned.
What You Will Need:
An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance
Bachelor's degree
FIVE (5) years of experience working with U.S. Department of State, USAID, and/or Department of War including THREE (3) years with foreign assistance (to include any relevant FA related work: program management, grants or contract work, project oversight and evaluation, or tracking of project data, etc.)
What Would Be Nice To Have:
Background in policy analysis, program management, monitoring & evaluation, and/or interagency coordination
Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal, and technology skills
3+ years' experience providing specialized written work products for congressional reports, contract deliverables, regulatory requirements, etc
Familiarity with Congressional reporting (e.g., spend plans, notifications, inquiries, briefings)
Experience with overseeing peacebuilding, stabilization initiatives, and/or conflict prevention programming
Demonstrated ability to work independently to assess priorities and manage daily coordination of details with minimal supervision
Foreign policy experience on thematic or regional issues (conflict prevention, DRG, security assistance, etc.)
The annual salary range for this position is $98,000.00-$163,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is a management consulting firm headquartered in Washington, D.C. The firm provides consulting services to clients in the public and commercial sectors, with a focus on energy, financial services, healthcare, national security, and aerospace and defense. Guidehouse was founded in 2018 as a spin-off from PwC. The firm has over 7,000 employees and operates in more than 50 locations worldwide.
