International Engagement Analyst - IO&C

Description

SAIC is seeking an International Engagement Analyst to support the International Outreach and Cooperation Directorate within the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Research & Engineering (OUSW(R&E)). In this fast-paced environment, the ideal candidate will be involved in planning and executing meetings between senior U.S. officials and their international counterparts, drafting reports and read-ahead materials, coordinating logistics for international engagements, and maintaining situational awareness of cooperative activities.

Job Responsibilities:

• Meeting Coordination:

• Plan and execute meetings and events between senior U.S. officials and their international counterparts.

• Coordinate logistics such as access to military installations, clearances, and foreign visit requests.

• Draft and prepare agendas, read-ahead materials (e.g., background briefings, issue papers), and comprehensive meeting minutes and reports.

• Country and Program Analysis:

• Write and maintain OUSW(R&E) country-specific products, including comprehensive country papers and one-pagers, focusing on S&T priorities, defense organizational structures, and cooperative activities.

• Track and assess international agreements and engagements between OUSW(R&E) senior leadership and specific countries.

• Action Officer Support:

• Serve as an action officer for assigned geographic areas of responsibility, liaising with Office of the Secretary of War Components, Services, and OUSW(R&E) Field Activities to ensure action completion between major engagements.

• Travel Coordination:

• Work with OUSW(R&E) travel planners to organize international travel and coordinate necessary country and security clearances for international engagements.

• Support to Senior Leadership:

• Assist in preparing briefing materials and providing recommendations to senior leadership on international cooperative activities and agreements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in international relations, communications, or political science (preferred). Must have a minimum of 3 years or more experience, two of which should be related directly related to international armament cooperation.

• Active Secret clearance. Must have ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI clearance.

• US Citizenship.

• Strong International Relations Knowledge:

• Familiar with international defense cooperation, particularly within the framework of TTCP and NATO, and adept at navigating governmental and defense organizational structures.

• Highly Organized and Detail-Oriented:

• Capable of managing multiple international engagements, tracking actions, and ensuring timely completion of tasks with precision.

• Exceptional Communication Skills:

• Able to draft detailed reports, briefings, and meeting summaries, as well as convey complex technical and policy information clearly to both U.S. and international stakeholders.

• Collaborative Team Player:

• Comfortable working with technical experts, government personnel, and international counterparts, fostering partnerships across organizations.

• Adaptability and Problem-Solving:

• Able to address challenges in international cooperation, navigate cultural and regulatory differences, and propose effective solutions.

• Event and Meeting Coordination:

• Skilled in organizing and executing high-level meetings, ensuring logistical arrangements, clearances, and documentation are handled efficiently.

• Familiarity with International Travel Protocols:

• Experience with coordinating foreign visit requests, travel logistics, and security clearances for international engagements.

Target salary range: $100,001 - $140,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

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