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Goldbelt C6, LLC

Senior Program Officer

Goldbelt C6, LLC, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


Overview

Goldbelt C6 protects the safety and health of the country by supporting civilian public health and defense medical marketspace. C6 offers research and development, engineering, and logistics services that enhance and enlarge customers' operations. C6's expertise is focused on integrating C6ISR and scientific, engineering, and technical support for various government partners. The experts at C6 are research and data-driven and ready to create custom solutions. Summary: The Senior Program Officer will perform a wide variety of duties to ensure the successful implementation of academic exchange programs managed by the Study of the U.S. Branch. The Office consists of six regional Branches (Western Hemisphere, East Asia and Pacific, North Africa/Middle East, South and Central Asia, Africa, and Europe), and two functional Branches (U.S. Studies and Multi-Regional Programs). The support requested is for the Study of the U.S. Branch working primarily on the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) as well as the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders (YALI) and the Study of the U.S. Institutes (SUSI) for Student Leaders and Scholars. The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) conducts academic exchange programs working with universities, colleges, schools, bi-national centers, Fulbright Commissions, government agencies, nongovernmental organizations, and the private sector to foster mutual understanding.

Responsibilities Plan, assist in the development/implementation, and evaluate academic exchange programs managed within the Study of the U.S. Branch, in consultation with posts and missions, ECA management, geographic bureaus, and high-level elements in the U.S. academic, government, and professional communities. Assist in the establishment and maintenance of relationships with these groups to develop the exchange programs to meet changing political situations or new priorities in the United States government. Provides program direction and guidance to cooperating agencies and host universities; oversees institutes, virtual programming, follow-on activities, and other events related to the Institutes; and oversees program implementation including management of participant emergencies. Evaluates and refines programs to ensure they remain useful, cost-effective, and timely. Provide programmatic monitoring for grants and/or cooperative agreements in accordance with established ECA grants policy and federal regulations. Manages budget and fiscal aspects of grants and/or cooperative agreements, and monitors expenditures made by cooperating agencies. Develops and adheres to grant cycles in accordance with the passage of the Bureau's annual appropriation and the ECA grants calendar. Oversees the recruitment and selection of participants and facilitates all aspects of the exchanges keeping abreast of all participant activities. Consults closely with supervisor to proactively resolve or address problems. Exercises sound judgment with regard to those developments that can be resolved independently and those requiring higher level input. Assist in the establishment and maintenance of liaison with stakeholders including posts and missions, other DoS bureaus, other USG agencies, Fulbright Commissions, U.S. academic and international exchange communities and officials, and foreign government representatives to build effective relationships in support of ECA's strategic goal of promoting international understanding. Represents ECA at conferences, workshops, orientations, inter- and intra-agency meetings, and at meetings with implementing partners and the public. Respond within deadlines to taskings from supervisor, senior bureau, and department management or Congressional staff for quantitative and qualitative information on exchange activities; and obtains appropriate clearances. Drafts speeches, talking points, memoranda, and other documents that advance Bureau objectives and analyze the impact of DoS exchanges. Assist in analysis of proposals; providing program direction and guidance to cooperative agreement awardees and sub-awardees; planning and monitoring unique, high-level exchange programs for students, scholars, and professionals; overseeing academic institutes including virtual programming and engagement; managing participant emergencies; overseeing the communications plan including social media, outreach, virtual follow-on activities, conferences, and events; interfacing with senior leadership at the Department of State and academia; serving as a liaison with posts and regional bureaus; conducting site visits to U.S. universities for monitoring as appropriate; traveling to pre-departure orientations or other events abroad if needed; participating in outreach and alumni activities; finalizing participant recruitment and selection procedures; managing logistics including visas, fiscal data, plane tickets, coordination of the summit and internships, among other tasks; and contributing as a member of the USS Branch. Keeping abreast of all relevant academic exchange activities in a particular region, devising or modifying programs to meet changing political situations and educational needs; preparing visa documents; serving on grant panels; preparing briefing papers, memoranda, talking points, speeches, social media content, correspondence, and other documents; responding to taskers within deadlines; and representing ECA at workshops, conferences, orientations, and meetings with government representatives, implementing partners, and the public.

Qualifications Knowledge of the Department's mission particularly with respect to educational and academic exchanges, and the role exchanges play in the conduct of U.S. foreign policy. Skill in program and project management techniques and tools in order to oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of international exchange programs. Knowledge of grants administration regulations, processes, and activities in order to oversee a myriad of grants-related activities. Skill in oral and written communications in order to prepare and present analysis, provide advice and guidance, brief audiences including senior leadership, solicit information, and defend proposals. Ability to represent the Department, Bureau, and organization in a variety of domestic and international settings. Ability to initiate and maintain effective contacts with DoS elements, other USG entities, contract institutions, and U.S. institutions of higher education involved in the conduct of academic exchange programs. Ability to use various computer applications and familiarity with the potential uses of electronic information storage and retrieval in order to maintain information databases. Excellent ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues. Strong ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, and multi-task in a high volume, fast-paced work environment. Strong organizational skills and excellent creative thinking and analytical skills. Ability to interact with all nationalities in a culturally sensitive manner. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher is required. A minimum of three (3) years of related professional work experience is required for position one. A minimum of five (5) years of related professional work experience is required for this position two. Experience in communications including recruitment, outreach, and crisis management. Experience in or knowledge of one or more world regions. Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Secret level. It is anticipated that domestic and/or international travel may be required. The salary range for this position is $90,000 to $105,000 per year. Pay and Benefits At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

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