Executive and Research Assistant with Security Clearance

3 weeks ago


Washington DC United States Cherokee Federal Full time
Executive and Research Assistant This position requires an active Secret clearance or the ability to obtain a Secret clearance to be considered
US Citizenship is required per our government client
The Executive and Research Assistant assists the Ambassador-at- Large, Principal Deputy Director, and Deputy Director (Front Office-FO) and provides administrative support and research support to the Deputy Directors and to Senior Coordinators as requested
Compensation & Benefits: Estimated Starting Salary Range for Executive and Research Assistant: Starting at $79,000 Pay commensurate with experience
Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided
Benefits are subject to change with or without notice
Executive and Research Assistant Responsibilities Include:
• Performs a variety of administrative and technical duties to assist the FO in its mission and activities.
• Schedules (or reschedules) meetings, appointments, and conferences in accordance with the FO' instructions.
• Receives senior government officials, high-ranking personnel, visitors and phone calls from the private, public and non-profit sectors
Serves in a liaison and information gathering capacity between the FO and J/TIP staff and other personnel, both in the Department and in other agencies.
• Prepares or ensures that briefing books and other materials are ready for the FO's meetings.
• Receives, reads, and prepares all out-going and incoming correspondence for accuracy.
• Makes travel arrangements based on travel intentions
Schedules transportation and hotel/government quarters reservations in a timely manner
Effectively deals with security issues.
• Accurately prepares travel orders and travel vouchers in accordance with relevant regulations.
• Establishes and maintains the FO's office records of various types that may be needed or will assist in the efficient operation of the office.
• Prepares documents including briefing check lists for principals, letters, and reports
Manages the J/TIP database, which involves maintaining contacts, gathering new contacts, quality control and POC for formal archiving.
• Sends periodic messages and announcements for the Ambassador and/or Office through e-blasts to database contacts.
• Conducts research on human trafficking issues in countries around the world and relevant governments' effort to confront it as well as in special issues that affect multiple countries or regions, such as human trafficking in the fishing, agricultural, logging, or mining sectors
This may require Internet-based research, as well as outreach to other bureaus or offices within the DOS, interagency, U.S
embassies, foreign embassies, NGOs, international organizations, academic institutions, media outlets, labor unions, and religious organizations.
• Analyzes collected information and compiles findings into a variety of well-written products for both internal J/TIP use and external dissemination.
• Provides oral and written briefings on findings to FO and other senior-level staff and others within the Department of State as required.
• Performs special projects and other related duties as necessary and serves as a backup for the Special Assistant and Staff Assistant.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned Executive and Research Assistant Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:
• Bachelors Degree Required
• One (1) year of experience researching human trafficking issues required
• Demonstrate excellent organizational, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
• Ability to liaise with other Department bureaus and offices as well as non-governmental organizations.
• Conduct research and analysis on foreign policy topics, ideally on human trafficking.
• Ability to perform administrative tasks successfully.
• Ability to successfully utilize office automation software applications--advanced functions in Excel or statistical software is a plus.
• Think critically, write succinctly, manage multiple projects and deadlines, and work both independently and in a team environment.
• Develop and maintain complex, nuanced interpersonal relationships in a multicultural environment, including providing clear direction to more senior officers.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal
• This position requires an active Secret clearance or the ability to obtain a Secret clearance to be considered
US Citizenship is required per our government client
Company Information: Cherokee Nation Mission Solutions (CNMS) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses
As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart
To learn more about CNMS, visit cherokee-federal.com
Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer
Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply
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