Intergovernmental Affairs Specialist

Job Number: R0222706

Intergovernmental Affairs Specialist

The Opportunity:

To achieve an organization's mission, leaders need strong team members who can create processes, communicate requirements, and develop innovative solutions throughout the execution of the mission. Whether analyzing proposed legislation, helping to build coalitions, or advising on key initiatives to support an immerging requirement, our clients need an advisor who can help manage interagency operations while managing responses to external inquiries in a timely manner. That is why we need you, an experienced intergovernmental affairs spe cia list who can provide high-quality legislative affairs support.

As part of our team, you'll serve as a strategic technical advisor to the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health ( ARPA-H ) , helping conceptualize, create, and execute advanced government-funded research and development programs to accelerate better health outcomes for everyone. You will work with world-class scientists and engineers to support the development of high-impact solutions to society's most challenging health problems. You'll leverage technical expertise to provide strategic assessments of new technologies in support to senior ARPA-H decision makers. You'll maintain responsibility for producing and presenting findings and recommendations to a team of colleagues and clients on the feasibility and potential impact of future research programs, assist with the management of current programs, and facilitate commer cia lization of successfully developed technologies.

You'll serve as an Intergovernmental Affairs Spe cia list helping clients to develop stakeholder management strategies, research non-Health and Human Services ( HHS ) government agencies, identify key programs that relate to ARPA-H, and draft reports on e nga gements. You will be responsible for effective communications, managing business processes, and building coalitions and diplomacy within the federal space for ARPA-H's legislative affairs department. Your attention to detail, flexibility, communication skills, understanding of the client's mission, and problem-solving skill will enable the mission's success. This position is a hybrid role with Booz Allen. The candidate is expected to work onsite at a Booz Allen or client facility 20-50% of the time, as needed.

What You'll Work On:

• Research, identify, and track non-HHS funded programs such as NSF, DARPA, ARPA-E, ARPA-I, NIST, and DOE.
• C ond uct cross-walks with ARPA-H programs or as new programs are launched to identify agency outreach targets.
• Identify key programs in relation to ARPA-H programs and detailed leadership points of contact within each of the agencies or programs.
• Capture data into Intergovernmental tracking systems.
• Create and maintain a dashboard of non-HHS interagency e nga gements and programs.
• Draft reports on our e nga gement or on potential opportunities as required.
• Create presentations tailored to agency or divisions.
• Support outreach and scheduling with agency contacts.
• Interact with clients, government offi cia ls, and other executives in various sectors.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

• 3+ years of experience identifying government funding or grants opportunities
• 3+ years of experience working with or in the federal government or e nga gement with the executive branch
• 3+ years of experience in outreach and e nga gement with government or corporate SMEs and leadership
• Experience in legislative affairs, policy , or lobbying
• Experience interacting and communicating with senior-level executives, including SES or GS-15
• Experience in using Micro sof t Office, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to operate independently within a fast-paced start-up environment
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree in a Political Science field

Nice If You Have:

• 5+ years of experience identifying government funding or grants opportunities
• 5+ years of experience working with or in the federal government or e nga gement with the executive branch
• 5+ years of experience in outreach and e nga gement with government or corporate SMEs and leadership
• 2+ years of experience in an ARPA setting, including DARPA, ARPA-E, or IARPA
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities
• Ability to manage multiple short- and long-term projects effectively
• Ability to pay strict attention to details and maintain diligent adherence to deadlines and deliverables
• Possession of excellent communication, research, and writing skills

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information .

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $62,000.00 to $141,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you'll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you'll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.