Junior Program Consultant

Job Family :Operational Effectiveness ConsultingTravel Required :Up to 25%Clearance Required :Active SecretWhat You Will Do :The Junior Program Consultant will lead, build, and develop foreign assistance programs intended to build capacity of partner nation security sector institutions globally and tackle emerging security challenges.This individual will work closely with an array of government counterparts in the United States and abroad to design and execute new program activities and to align with U.S. government interagency processes and legislative authorities.This position helps to advise government officials on security topics and helps conduct project management and data support for the division to track information for new and existing projects.You will manage multiple, parallel tasks, operate effectively in a matrix organization, have a strong work ethic, and the ability to take initiative and represent government officials’ interests in a responsible manner.Duties will include:

Assist with the project tracking and management of multiple, large-scale international projects; monitor implementation and collect/track program data

Identifying opportunities to tackle emerging security challenges and developing new projects that align to policy priorities

Drafting program strategy, objectives, scopes of work, and required tasks for implementing partners

Liaising with respective State regional and functional bureaus, geographic combatant commands, and U.S. embassies

Developing briefings and reports, and contributing to bureau wide taskers and congressional notifications

Briefing high-level officials within U.S. interagency on programmatic activities

Cooperating with partners in the U.S. government and attending interagency and international meetings to ensure engagements are well coordinated with other U.S. programs

What You Will Need :

An ACTIVE and CURRENT SECRET Federal security clearance

Bachelor’s degree

TWO (2) or more years of program management experience

The willingness and ability to travel internationally to conduct visits with U.S. and foreign government counterparts

What Would Be Nice To Have :

An ACTIVE and CURRENT TOP SECRET federal security clearance

Bachelor’s degree in international relations, international security studies, political science, or equivalent

Understanding of U.S. security assistance processes and procedures

Experience working in a policy environment at State or DoD and/or interagency stakeholders to exchange information and prioritize program activities

Demonstrated skill in oral and written communication to prepare and present analyses, draft talking points, and develop other program reports and documents for senior State and DoD officials

Candidates will possess effective diplomatic, time management, and oral and written communication skills and bring order and structure to general or ambiguous tasks or opportunities.

The annual salary range for this position is $71,800.00-$107,600.00. 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 GuidehouseGuidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.