Global Affairs Program Analyst

2 weeks ago


Washington, United States Censeo Consulting Full time

Global Public Affairs Analyst - Department of State (Secret Clearance)

Company Overview:
Censeo Consulting Group is a premier management consulting firm located in Washington D.C., focused on empowering public sector and non-profit organizations to achieve operational excellence, enhance outcomes, and reduce costs. Our tailored approach to strategic consulting enables us to tackle our clients' most intricate challenges, fostering transformative operational improvements that enhance their ability to fulfill public and social missions.

At Censeo, we pride ourselves on our award-winning culture, where you will be part of a close-knit team of 80 dedicated and talented professionals. We are passionate advocates for a more effective public sector and enjoy a friendly atmosphere where we know each other's names and interests. Our flat organizational structure and open-door policy promote a culture of entrepreneurship and collaboration at all levels. We celebrate our successes together, make collective decisions, and create an environment that encourages initiative and leadership. Each team member brings their unique personality to the workplace, contributing to our firm's growth in ways that extend beyond client engagements.

Position Overview:
We are in search of a Project Analyst to deliver strategic and program management support aimed at enhancing the mission of a bureau within the Department of State. Key responsibilities include:

  • Acquiring comprehensive knowledge of client challenges, requirements, and environments.
  • Assisting in the development of internal communication strategies to promote awareness and understanding of critical bureau initiatives, priorities, policies, and procedures.
  • Coordinating and providing logistical support for briefings, workshops, working groups, integrated project teams, committees, conferences, and other operational activities.
  • Supporting initiatives focused on diversity, culture, and inter-bureau collaboration, including organizational enhancements (e.g., training strategies, technology initiatives, onboarding processes, and other significant outputs).
  • Facilitating the collection of staff feedback to formulate and implement recommendations for improving bureau processes.
  • Assisting in the ongoing development, performance reporting, and updates of strategic planning documents.
  • Communicating insights, results, and recommendations clearly through written reports and presentations, as well as interactions with teams and clients.
  • Collaborating with client stakeholders and working groups to create process maps, project plans, and identify opportunities for efficiency and improvement.
  • Producing program materials using Microsoft Suite applications, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
At Censeo, we seek exceptional candidates whose enthusiasm and dedication will shape our client insights and workplace culture. Our team members come from diverse backgrounds, possess various areas of expertise, and have distinct personalities. Our success in client engagements and workplace culture is driven by our team's creativity, innovative problem-solving, and collaboration. We value the unique perspectives you bring and your approach to challenges more than your formal qualifications. A successful Public Affairs Analyst will possess:
  • A BA/BS degree.
  • An active Secret Clearance or eligibility to obtain one (required).
  • A minimum of 1 year of experience providing programmatic support to federal government agencies.
  • Program management certification (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP) is advantageous.
  • Experience in creating, analyzing, and presenting surveys and data analyses.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, including report writing, slide deck creation, and verbal presentations.
  • Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
  • Effective time management skills and adaptability to shifting priorities.
  • The ability to establish a high level of trust with clients.
Client Overview:
The Bureau of Global Public Affairs (GPA) serves to effectively communicate U.S. foreign policy priorities and the significance of diplomacy to American audiences while engaging foreign publics to foster understanding and support for U.S. values and policies. Within GPA, the Office of the Executive Director (GPA/EX) is tasked with planning, coordinating, and executing policy for the bureau in areas such as financial, physical, administrative, and human resource management, along with strategy and information technology. The focus of work will encompass the following task areas:
  • Communications and Culture
  • Strategy Implementation and Program Evaluation
  • Special Projects and Additional Support Tasks
  • Task Order Management
Support in these areas will assist GPA/EX in achieving the following objectives:
  • Fostering a culture of learning, transparency, and open communication.
  • Minimizing the time required for employees and external users to access key information.
  • Driving continuous organizational improvement based on feedback from employees and leadership.
  • Establishing a standardized approach to align work units with the GPA strategy, vision, and goals.
  • Instilling a sense of pride among Department employees as leaders in communication and public diplomacy best practices.
  • Achieving organizational optimization in response to internal and external priorities and directives.
  • Defining success criteria and assisting with goal setting.
Work Environment:
Censeo Consulting Group operates in a hybrid work environment, offering flexibility to work from home and from our conveniently located office in downtown Washington D.C. This setup allows for efficient collaboration with clients also based in the area, making it easy to attend meetings and return to the office for team activities.

Additional Information:
  • Expected travel is minimal (0-10%); may increase based on business needs.
  • This is a full-time exempt position.
  • Essential Physical Functions include:
    • Sitting for extended periods.
    • Light carrying of items weighing less than 15 pounds.
Censeo offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including paid vacation and sick leave, flexible and remote work options, and reimbursement for tuition and training. More details on our benefits and perks are available upon request.

Censeo is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal opportunity to all applicants and employees in compliance with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other class protected by applicable law.

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