OverviewDecisionPoint Corporation is seeking a Senior Managment Analyst to provide professional research, writing, and editing support to the Office of Overseas Contingency Operations Oversight. The OCO office is responsible—jointly with the inspectors general of the Department of Defense and U.S. Agency for International Development—for oversight of and reporting on multiple overseas contingency operations. This work requires a comprehensive knowledge of the Department of State, as well as the ability to exercise sound judgement and action. The professional writer/editor supports OIG’s overall role to the Department of State and the U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM) to improve management, strengthen integrity and accountability, and ensure the most efficient, effective, and economical use of resources.
This position is fully on-site in Arlington, VA
Duties & Responsibilities
- Conceives of, researches, writes, and edits a full array of content to support OIG internal and external reporting and communication to a range of stakeholders with a special focus on oversight of the U.S. Government’s Ukraine response efforts.
- Plans, prepares, and assists in the development of a range of communications such as reports, testimony, official correspondence, web copy, presentations, talking points, briefing materials, social media posts, annual report narratives, employee messages, and other communications for review and use by OIG personnel.
- Develops visually compelling, engaging, novel products and communications to advance OIG oversight objectives. Develops graphics and presentational enhancements for OIG written work products to more clearly convey OIG messages, improve readability, and increase accessibility.
- Supports research and information gathering activities to develop authoritative information on the programs, polices, and functions of the agency, the relationship among agency programs, and related issues. Interprets complex concepts and themes and information, developing compelling, balanced treatment of complex and controversial matters in consultation with OIG personnel.
- Reviews, proofreads, and copyedits material for editorial quality, grammar, and adherence to OIG style guidance, formats, grammar, punctuation, sentence and paragraph structure, and use of terminology consistent with organizational norms.
- Contributes to and informs OIG communication strategies and develops and implements corresponding plans in consultation with the Senior Advisor and other OIG personnel.
- Provides expert advice to OIG management and staff on proper usage of the English language as well as principles, practices, methods, and techniques of effective writing and editing
Qualifications
- Active Secret clearance required
- Bachelor’s degree and have received specialized training in writing, editing, and graphic design.
- Expert knowledge of writing and editing principles and their effective application to a range of official products for a diverse set of audiences.
- 5 or more years of experience identifying and responding to communications needs for a variety of audiences; and designing, writing, editing, and publishing key communication materials for an office.
- 3 or more years of experience preparing official materials for publication for a government department or agency.
- Solid understanding of graphic design fundamentals and techniques and knowledge of principles for effectively applying typography, color, and layout to succinctly and accessibly convey complex concepts and information.
- Strong ability to research, compile, analyze, and interpret data and proven ability to translate technical material for non-technical audiences and convey information in a compelling manner that connects with intended audiences in support of communication goals.
- Outstanding writing, proofreading, and copyediting skills, and extensive experience applying professional standards, style guides, and organizational templates to published products.
- Experience developing creative communications solutions to meet institutional communications requirements in an innovative way consistent with organizational norms and culture.
- Knowledge of core concepts associated with institutional communications strategy, planning, and tactics.
- Comprehensive knowledge of and ability to fully utilize the full suite of Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.), as well as leading graphics, publishing, and collaboration software applications.
- Excellent organizational skill with demonstrated experience effectively managing dynamic workload and prioritizing corresponding tasks and special projects in order to consistently meet deadlines and expectations.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse set of team members and stakeholders, establish effective working relationships, and communicate clearly, tactfully, and effectively to advance work objectives.
- Experience operating effectively in a hybrid work setting.
Preferred candidates will have demonstrated:
- Experience working in a federal Office of Inspector General.
- Knowledge of Department of State programs and operations and/or regional knowledge of Eastern Europe and Ukraine, in particular.
