Indo-Pacific Policy Analyst

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Requirement: Indo-Pacific Policy Analyst

Job Description:

The candidate will serve as an Indo-Pacific Policy Analyst to become part of a dynamic team supporting the Office of the Secretary of Defense for Policy. 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, regional knowledge of Indo-Pacific security cooperation programs, 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, the Geographic Combatant Commands, 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 Top 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 presentations 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....

Minimum Qualifications:

• US Citizen
• Active Top Secret Security Clearance
• Bachelor's Degree in fields related to International Relations, National Security, Political Science, Business, or similar fields
• 3+ years working in one or more of the following areas:

• • Indo-Pacific Regional security issues or international SC
  • Legislative, financial, and programmatic guidelines and policies that drive the U.S. Government's security cooperation efforts
  • Managing complex security cooperation-related programs, including FMS, DCS, defense industrial policy, T10 security cooperation initiatives, and key leader engagements
  • Drafting professional documents including white papers, briefings, reports, etc.
  • Coordinating, planning, and facilitating interagency attended and international events.
  • Developing policy and programs to deliver cutting-edge technology through security cooperation mechanisms to accomplish strategic policy objectives.

Highly Desired Qualifications:

• Master's degree in political science, intelligence, foreign or international relations, national security studies, resource management or finance, or other field directly related to the contract requirements.
• Five years of experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Analysis and formulation of Indo-Pacific defense policy and Programs
  • Development, coordination, and oversight of Indo-Pacific-related SC programs, including FMS, DCS, and T10-related efforts.
  • Planning and facilitation of senior-level (GO/FO/SES) programs and meetings with the interagency
  • Planning, coordinating, and facilitating direct engagements with Indo-Pacific allies and partners.
  • Analysis and formulation of DoD analysis and planning related to the Indo-Pacific.
  • Analysis and planning of defense industrial policies and initiatives.
  • Analysis, planning, and implementation of capability development objectives.
  • Preparing for and delivering briefings to senior-level (GO/FO/SES) leaders.
  • Developing policies and programs to deliver cutting-edge technology through security cooperation mechanisms to accomplish strategic policy objectives.

Job: Full-time

Location: Pentagon (National Capital Region)

Salary Range: $90k-$120k/yr

Assigned Forge Job Title: Consultant or Project Specialist

Essential Duties:

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Diversity- Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment; builds a diverse workforce.
4. Ethics- Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethics; upholds organizational values.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. 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.
11. Mathematical Skills- Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
12. 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.
13. 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.
14. 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

Forge Group, LLC is a proud DoD Skillbridge and V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) certified company committed to hiring and retaining military veterans and spouses.

Forge Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity [and/or] Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or military or protected veteran status. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.