Senior Regional Strategist – Indo Pacific

Job title:

Senior Regional Strategist – Indo Pacific

Company

Forge Group, LLC

Job description

Forge is a global consulting firm. Just not your typical one. We are a proud, certified 8a, woman-owned, service-disabled, veteran-owned small business (8a, WOSB, SDVOSB) ignited to redefine the traditional GovCon mold, and elevate collective impact. We are known as international problem fixers, who only pursue work where we can truly make a difference. We are deeply integrated members of trusted client communities; energized and honored to be partners in questioning and solving human challenges across the world.

Forge’s unique version of a consulting firm strikes a precise balance in empowering autonomy and emphasizing the necessity of being part of a connected network of people and initiatives. It’s led to a new echelon of collective excellence – one that continues to lead to monumental growth – and build a dream team of top tier, collaborative, ‘get-it-done’, experts.

Our culture is everything. People come first. Our culture is built around a diverse group of employees empowered to think in different directions, a leadership team who trusts employees to lean-in to unique greatness, and an operations team that deploys programs to support employee well-being and growth – both personally and professionally. We treat Forge like a co-op in which the input of staff drives corporate action.

With a 95% retention rate, it’s evident that once we hire great people, we keep them. We’re rated #3 Best Small Business in all of Virginia, and we are a multi-year, multi-award winner of the Fortune® Magazine Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services™ and Best Small Workplaces™ awards. Based on employee feedback and independent analysis, we have been certified a Great Place to Work™ three years in a row. Collective success landed us on the Inc. 5000 List of the Fastest-Growing privately held businesses in the United States. But most importantly, we’re proud to be a company that puts people first.

The future of Forge is exciting and evolving – as capability and community remain the battle rhythm sustaining transformative success. We’re searching for those who want to work hard, play hard, give back, and enjoy life. If this resonates with you, then come make a difference at Forge.

Requirement: Senior Regional Strategist – Indo-Pacific

Job Description: The candidate will serve as a Senior Regional Strategist on a dynamic team supporting Department of Defense (DoD) priorities related to engagement with Indo-Pacific partner nations. This position will support a broad range of work related to coordinating, assisting with the implementation, and executing of regional cooperative initiatives and strategic initiatives. This position requires functional knowledge of DoD Policy and experience supporting DoD executive leadership. The Senior Regional Strategist will work closely with government and contractor analysts across the Department of Defense, including OSD-Policy, the Services, INDOPACM, and various DoD agencies, as well as the Interagency and Partner Nations.

Key Responsibilities:

Key responsibilities of the candidate will be (but aren’t limited to): * Senior-level advising on complex issues related to National Defense Priorities in the Indo Pacific

• Managing and coordinating the Department’s cooperative activities with regional Allies and Partners
• Shaping and implementing bilateral and multilateral priorities
• Drafting and coordinating official correspondence and memos
• Drafting and coordinating security cooperation initiative documents and required reports
• Facilitating inter and intra-departmental coordination of regional activities
• Tracking, coordination, and general management of engagements with Indo-Pacific countries of interest
• Coordinating and reviewing technology competition priorities and initiatives
• Managing administrative actions and collecting and consolidation of information activities.

Qualifications/Requirements:

The Candidate must be able to think strategically, act tactically, and display strong analytical and critical thinking skills. They must also build strong cross-group working relationships and demonstrate exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. The Candidate must be able to thrive and succeed in an entrepreneurial environment and not be hindered by ambiguity or competing priorities.

We are looking for candidates with….

Minimum Qualifications: * US Citizen

• TOP SECRET clearance
• 5+ years experience with Regional security issues or international SC
• 5+ years of experience supporting Legislative, financial, and programmatic guidelines and policies that drive the U.S. Government’s campaigning and security cooperation efforts
• 5+ years managing complex programs
• Experience drafting professional documents, including white papers, briefings, reports
• 5+ years coordinating, planning, and facilitating interagency-attended and international events
• 5+ years of experience in the public sector, preferably in the DoD or DoS.
• 5+ years of experience in DoD Policy formulation and implementation
• 5+ years of experience in supporting executive DoD program management support
• Experience navigating the senior DoD enterprise and coordinating within OSD-Policy and various other engagement stakeholders
• Experience working with foreign dignitaries, preferably in the DoD or DoS
• General literacy with the MS Office Suite applications of Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Graphics Software
• Proven ability to prepare executive-level correspondence
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to follow security protocols
• Bachelor’s (4-year) degree from an accredited institution in international affairs, political science, national security, resource management or finance, or other field directly related to the work.

Highly Desired Qualifications: * TOP SECRET clearance w/SCI eligibility preferred

• 5+ years of experience in the public sector, preferably in the DoD or DoS. Experience supporting INDOPACOM is also preferred.
• Master’s Degree in international affairs, political science, national security, resource management or finance preferred.

Job: Full-time

Location: Arlington, VA

Salary Range: $120-$150k/yr

Assigned Forge Job Title: Senior Specialist

Essential Duties: * Problem Solving- Identifies and resolves problems promptly; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

• Written Communication- Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.
• Diversity- Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment; builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics- Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethics; upholds organizational values.
• Strategic Thinking- Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; understands organization’s strengths & weaknesses; analyzes market and competition; identifies external threats and opportunities; adapts strategy to changing conditions.
• Planning/Organizing- Prioritize and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organize or schedule other people and their tasks; develop realistic action plans.
• Professionalism- Tactfully approaches others; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
• Innovation- Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others’ attention.
• Qualifications- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Language Skills- Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, proposals, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Mathematical Skills- Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Reasoning Ability- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to question activities and issues in all functional areas and make sound business decisions based on that data.
• Physical Demands- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, type, or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Work Environment- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee will normally work in a temperature-controlled office environment, with frequent exposure to electronic office equipment.

This job posting sets forth the basic authorities and responsibilities of this position, which may be changed from time to time as shall be determined. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Benefits:

Forge fosters a rich company culture built on a diverse, hard-working employee base. Our staff is the core of our success and the impetus behind our decisions. In today’s corporate culture, there is no longer a line between work and home life. As a result, we focused our benefits approach on the whole family.

The Forge total compensation model is based on a “choose-your-own-adventure approach,” allowing each employee to create a comprehensive package of benefits and perks tailored to his or her needs. Examples of benefits included in our total compensation package include:

• Complete Flextime
• 401k With Employer Matching
• Healthcare, Including Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA) And Pre-Tax Premium Options
• Supplementary healthcare and family support
• Extended Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• Healthcare Insurance Deductible Paydown
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement; Student Loan Repayment; and Education & Training Stipends
• Cell Phone / Internet Stipends
• College Saving Plans with Employer Contributions
• Alternative Work Locations and Tele-Commuting
• Employee Referral Awards
• Retention, Signing & Performance Bonuses
• Commuter Benefits
• Paid Sabbatical

Forge Group, LLC is a proud DoD Skillbridge and V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) certified company, committed to hiring and retaining military veterans and spouses.

Forge Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity [and/or], Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or military or protected veteran status. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.

Expected salary

$120000 – 150000 per year

Location

Arlington, VA

Job date

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 23:19:29 GMT

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