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Management
washington dc, WA (On-Site/Office)
Program Strategy Analyst
Location:
Washington, DC
Remote Work:
No
Clearance:
Top Secret (TS)
Work Status:
Full-Time
Travel Requirements:
In-country and international travel may be required.
Applications submitted by 09/11/2025 will receive full consideration. Candidates applying after this date may still be reviewed and will remain in our talent pipeline for future opportunities.
Position Description
The U.S. Department of State is the lead institution for the conduct of American diplomacy and the Secretary of State is the President's principal foreign policy advisor. The Department of State's mission is to advance U.S. national security interests, fight terrorism, protect U.S. interests abroad, and implement foreign policy initiatives that build a freer, prosperous and secure world.
The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) is part of the Under Secretariat for Arms Control and International Security (T) within the Department of State (DOS). INL's mission is to keep Americans safe by countering crime, illegal drugs, and instability abroad by providing effective foreign assistance and securing international commitments for U.S. security priorities.
The Office of Results and Criminal Deterrence (INL/RCD) advances INL's mission through criminal deterrence tools, monitoring and evaluation, and technical assistance to maximize the effectiveness of the bureau's efforts to counter threats and strengthen criminal justice institutions in 90+ countries around the globe. RCD's technical advisory assistance includes developing tools, resources, and standardized approaches; evidence-based criteria; and identifying best practices across law enforcement, counternarcotics, and criminal justice issues. INL/RCD also assists INL programs and creates efficiencies by identifying, networking, and leveraging expertise from across the bureau and RCD's broader network. INL/RCD develops and maintains strategic partnerships with international and U.S. state, county, municipal, and federal law enforcement and criminal justice agencies and institutions to bring up-to-date and relevant expertise to bear on INL programs.
The Program Integration and Coordination (PIC) team coordinates within the RCD office and advises across bureau to streamline and improve INL's foreign assistance program development and implementation through strategic analysis, program assessments/reviews, tool and resource development, and strategic program design. The team may provide short-term surge support as needed for other offices in the bureau. The PIC team has robust experience managing foreign assistance and development programming, the majority have direct experience working in INL. They may join RCD subject matter experts on assessment visits, as well as provide general program management advisory services, ad-hoc mentoring, and formal internal training. RCD/PIC also serves as a key central node/entry point for general inquirie within the bureau about INL practices.
The Program Strategy Analyst will primarily support RCD/PIC by providing program design and strategic analysis advisory services to INL program offices and country sections in support of higher-level strategic planning processes and aligning assistance for results under the America First foreign policy. The Program Strategy Analyst will also assist INL/RCD SMEs and technical advisors to conduct research, review and analyze policy and program documents, and make recommendations on best practices and Bureau-wide strategy and doctrine for effective criminal justice and law enforcement reform.
Duties and Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
About ATSG
ATSG Corporation is a Veterans Affairs (VA) CVE-Certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
based in Fairfax, VA
with branch offices throughout Central America.
Since 2004, ATSG has successfully deployed its experience and expertise to support the most challenging and
complex
projects for various Federal agencies.
Our robust portfolio includes cutting-edge technical solutions and professional support in Program Management,
Consulting, Operations and Planning Support, Training and Advisory Services, and IT and Knowledge Management.
We take pride in our proven dedication to providing expert assistance to our government partners.
ATSG provides a variety of services within the Intelligence Community and is experienced in areas such as
Mobility,
Enterprise Architecture, Data Processing, Law Enforcement Mission Support, and Acquisition Support.
Our products may be diverse, but the results are one and the same-on schedule, on budget, and completed with
superior quality.
As an organization, we are consistently expanding our global footprint in the contracting community.
We work hard to honor our commitment to our clients while ensuring our employees feel secure and empowered in
their
work.
We take excellent care of our team, so they may have the freedom and confidence to focus on their missions and
provide
nothing but the best output on the work site and at home.
ATSG Corporation is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer, our applicants and employees
are
protected from discrimination.
Visit https://www.eeoc.gov/ for more information.
Equal access to programs, services and employment is available to all persons.
Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a
representative of the Human Resources Department. To comply with Federal law, ATSG Corporation participates in
E-Verify.
Successful candidates must pass the E-Verify process after hire.
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).
These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of protected veteran status
or
disability and require affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance
in
employment qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
To comply with Federal law, ATSG Corporation participates in E-Verify.
Successful candidates must pass the E-Verify process after hire.
We respectfully request not to be contacted by recruiters and/or staffing agencies.
Application Requirements
Location:
Washington, DC
Remote Work:
No
Clearance:
Top Secret (TS)
Work Status:
Full-Time
Travel Requirements:
In-country and international travel may be required.
Applications submitted by 09/11/2025 will receive full consideration. Candidates applying after this date may still be reviewed and will remain in our talent pipeline for future opportunities.
Position Description
The U.S. Department of State is the lead institution for the conduct of American diplomacy and the Secretary of State is the President's principal foreign policy advisor. The Department of State's mission is to advance U.S. national security interests, fight terrorism, protect U.S. interests abroad, and implement foreign policy initiatives that build a freer, prosperous and secure world.
The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) is part of the Under Secretariat for Arms Control and International Security (T) within the Department of State (DOS). INL's mission is to keep Americans safe by countering crime, illegal drugs, and instability abroad by providing effective foreign assistance and securing international commitments for U.S. security priorities.
The Office of Results and Criminal Deterrence (INL/RCD) advances INL's mission through criminal deterrence tools, monitoring and evaluation, and technical assistance to maximize the effectiveness of the bureau's efforts to counter threats and strengthen criminal justice institutions in 90+ countries around the globe. RCD's technical advisory assistance includes developing tools, resources, and standardized approaches; evidence-based criteria; and identifying best practices across law enforcement, counternarcotics, and criminal justice issues. INL/RCD also assists INL programs and creates efficiencies by identifying, networking, and leveraging expertise from across the bureau and RCD's broader network. INL/RCD develops and maintains strategic partnerships with international and U.S. state, county, municipal, and federal law enforcement and criminal justice agencies and institutions to bring up-to-date and relevant expertise to bear on INL programs.
The Program Integration and Coordination (PIC) team coordinates within the RCD office and advises across bureau to streamline and improve INL's foreign assistance program development and implementation through strategic analysis, program assessments/reviews, tool and resource development, and strategic program design. The team may provide short-term surge support as needed for other offices in the bureau. The PIC team has robust experience managing foreign assistance and development programming, the majority have direct experience working in INL. They may join RCD subject matter experts on assessment visits, as well as provide general program management advisory services, ad-hoc mentoring, and formal internal training. RCD/PIC also serves as a key central node/entry point for general inquirie within the bureau about INL practices.
The Program Strategy Analyst will primarily support RCD/PIC by providing program design and strategic analysis advisory services to INL program offices and country sections in support of higher-level strategic planning processes and aligning assistance for results under the America First foreign policy. The Program Strategy Analyst will also assist INL/RCD SMEs and technical advisors to conduct research, review and analyze policy and program documents, and make recommendations on best practices and Bureau-wide strategy and doctrine for effective criminal justice and law enforcement reform.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Serve as a program management and strategic analysis and advisory resource within INL and advise the Post/Bureau on design and implementation of INL program and projects. The Program Strategy Analyst will provide program management advice to inform the design and implementation of INL programs related to criminal justice reform, based on strategic threat analysis and criminal justice and foreign assistance best practices. The Program Strategy Analyst will advise on INL strategy and programs across various regions, as required.
- In close coordination with USDHs, design and develop country programs, criminal justice projects, and activities, including internal planning documents, reviewing external information, and components of implementing mechanism packages for INL approval. Using INL Program Design standards, develop and/or analyze statements of work, program plans and objectives, performance measures, change maps, training curricula, policy guidance, and other materials as needed in support of INL's criminal justice development efforts. Assist with oversight of program implementers. Identify areas of success and challenges and refer matters for USDH final action to make adjustments as needed.
- Advise and assist on the management of projects in support of and in close coordination with USDHs, keeping USDHs informed of the details of such project implementation, progress, challenges, and recommended solutions. This may include any components of the full program life cycles: program and project design, management, oversight, monitoring, and evaluation, including procurement/implementing mechanisms, strategic planning, policy engagement, management issues (budget, logistics, accountability, risk mitigation, personnel), region specific threats and issues, multilateral affairs, press/public diplomacy, Congressional affairs, niche topical expertise (incl. operating programs in conflict/post-conflict zones), summit/event planning/execution, new team coordination and integration, assistance with on-boarding/training, transparency and accountability measures, logistical planning, and vendor/contractor coordination.
- Develop tools and guidance to ensure compliance with INL property management regulations and End Use Monitoring (EUM) requirements. Support adherence to appropriate internal management control systems, including monitoring to prevent fraud, waste, and/or mismanagement.
- Draw on subject matter expertise in criminal justice sector assistance and program management involving U.S. government funding to support a wide range of INL program activities, including financial support, vetting, logistics support for program activities, and procurement. Develop guidance and processes to ensure transparency and oversight monitoring over the expenditure of funds provided to implementers.
- Liaise with appropriate counterparts of relevant U.S. interagency, state and local criminal justice agencies and institutions, civil society, private sector, professional associations, and non-governmental organizations to coordinate on relevant criminal justice and foreign assistance trends, best practices, policies, and programs.
- Attend Bureau/Post, interagency, and international meetings and events on behalf of INL, as requested by the relevant INL Director or designee. Participate, as needed, in conferences, dialogues, and similar events on international criminal justice issues.
- In close coordination with USDHs, analyze program compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and policies. Provide feedback to USDHs on projects falling outside of program guidelines as notified to Congress and as laid out in the relevant INL Program Framework. Assist with full compliance of all INL-funded training with the Leahy Amendment and Section 477 of the Foreign Assistance Act. Analyze compliance with INL property management regulations. Explain relevant U.S. laws, regulations, and policies to foreign government authorities and implementing partners.
- Support development of quarterly and annual progress reports on criminal justice priorities and programs, including data for metrics and performance indicators to measure program/project success; and respond to requests for data and performance measures from the Embassy and INL Washington.
- In close coordination with USDHs, respond to inquiries and participate in engagements by the Inspector General (OIG), U.S. Accountability Office (GAO), INL Management Assistance Visits (if requested by a program team or SAO), and other internal and external oversight activities. Identify and analyze foreign assistance and program management trends, challenges, and opportunities.
- In close coordination with USDHs, draft and contribute to reporting cables, memoranda, briefing materials, and other written products that support the execution and communication of INL Section's diplomatic, policy, and programmatic activities.
- Provide short-term surge support for priority portfolios in Washington and, as needed, overseas.
- Strengthen and create connections between program offices and internal tools and services (SMEs, , project packages, design, monitoring and evaluation, program design consultation, etc.).
- Maintain and research programmatic best practices and process knowledge management (i.e. country program shut down, start-up, conflict-zone and post-conflict program management)
- Analyze whether RCD tools and resources fulfill customer needs and provide feedback to adjust and/or develop tools/resources in close coordination with USDHs.
Minimum Qualifications
- U.S. Citizen
- A Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution;
- Six to ten years' experience in relevant field;
- Demonstrated knowledge of Federal regulations in regard to area of specific need;
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite;
- Demonstrated experience facilitating organizational change.
Preferred Qualifications
- At least five years' experience working in INL (may be as a USDH, contractor, or combination).
- Demonstrated experience with at least five of the following: program and project design, management, oversight, monitoring, and evaluation, including procurement/implementing mechanisms, strategic planning, policy engagement, management issues (budget, logistics, accountability, risk mitigation, personnel), regional expertise, multilateral affairs, press/public diplomacy, Congressional affairs, niche topical expertise (incl. operating programs in conflict/post-conflict zones), substantial overseas experience, summit/event planning/execution, ability to build skills of new teams coordination with relevant partners, assistance with on-boarding/training, transparency and accountability measures, logistical planning, and vendor/contractor coordination.
- Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with security sector assistance in the Western Hemisphere and/or Asia/Pacific regions.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently.
- Demonstrated experience with Federal procurement processes.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective relationships.
- Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service.
About ATSG
ATSG Corporation is a Veterans Affairs (VA) CVE-Certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
based in Fairfax, VA
with branch offices throughout Central America.
Since 2004, ATSG has successfully deployed its experience and expertise to support the most challenging and
complex
projects for various Federal agencies.
Our robust portfolio includes cutting-edge technical solutions and professional support in Program Management,
Consulting, Operations and Planning Support, Training and Advisory Services, and IT and Knowledge Management.
We take pride in our proven dedication to providing expert assistance to our government partners.
ATSG provides a variety of services within the Intelligence Community and is experienced in areas such as
Mobility,
Enterprise Architecture, Data Processing, Law Enforcement Mission Support, and Acquisition Support.
Our products may be diverse, but the results are one and the same-on schedule, on budget, and completed with
superior quality.
As an organization, we are consistently expanding our global footprint in the contracting community.
We work hard to honor our commitment to our clients while ensuring our employees feel secure and empowered in
their
work.
We take excellent care of our team, so they may have the freedom and confidence to focus on their missions and
provide
nothing but the best output on the work site and at home.
ATSG Corporation is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer, our applicants and employees
are
protected from discrimination.
Visit https://www.eeoc.gov/ for more information.
Equal access to programs, services and employment is available to all persons.
Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a
representative of the Human Resources Department. To comply with Federal law, ATSG Corporation participates in
E-Verify.
Successful candidates must pass the E-Verify process after hire.
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).
These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of protected veteran status
or
disability and require affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance
in
employment qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
To comply with Federal law, ATSG Corporation participates in E-Verify.
Successful candidates must pass the E-Verify process after hire.
We respectfully request not to be contacted by recruiters and/or staffing agencies.
Application Requirements
- All applications must be submitted in .pdf, .doc, or .docx format.
- Applications and resumes for this position are only accepted via electronic submission through ATSG
Corporation's Consolidated Applicant Tracking System (CATS). - Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand-delivered applications and resumes will not be accepted.
- The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from
their
electronic application and/or resume.
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