Associate-International Affairs Group

The Cadmus Group, Inc.•Arlington, VA

1d•$85,000

About The Position

Cadmus is seeking an Associate to support the Economic Engagement and Private Sector Development team, specifically the US APEC-RISE program. This program aims to strengthen the policy environment across the Asia-Pacific region to foster inclusive economic growth, advance regional economic cooperation, and expand markets for U.S. goods and services. The program provides technical, operational, and material assistance to APEC economies, including policy analysis, case study development, capacity building, and the design and implementation of workshops. It supports regional priorities through tailored technical expertise and collaboration with public and private sector stakeholders, managed by the U.S. Department of State. The Associate will be part of an integrated project team, focusing on coordination and day-to-day implementation of multiple technical workstreams. This involves close collaboration with State/EAP, U.S. interagency counterparts, consultants, and regional partners to ensure program activities align with approved work plans, timelines, and budgets. The role demands strong organization, clear communication, and attention to detail. The Associate is expected to develop an understanding of relevant policy areas and may assume greater responsibility over time. Additionally, the Associate may support other Cadmus projects and business development efforts as needed. Cadmus provides technology-empowered advisory and implementation services to government, commercial, and other private organizations globally, aiming to help clients achieve transformative goals through digital solutions and expertise. The company values team players and problem solvers who contribute unique perspectives to deliver impactful solutions.

Requirements

Master’s degree in economics, public policy, international affairs, or a related field with at least 6-8 years of experience or a bachelor's degree with at least 8-10 years of experience
Demonstrated experience in program or project coordination, preferably supporting international affairs, economic policy, trade, or related technical assistance programs, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and track progress against timelines and budgets
Proven ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including U.S. Government clients, interagency partners, consultants, and international or regional counterparts
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience contributing to high-quality reports, briefing materials, presentations, or other client-facing deliverables and applying QA/QC standards
Experience supporting workshops, meetings, or capacity building activities, including agenda development, speaker coordination, and logistical support
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States as a U.S Perm Resident or U.S. Citizen

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with common project management and collaboration tools (e.g., MS Office, Teams, SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience supporting proposal or business development efforts is a plus

Responsibilities

Support implementation of US APEC-RISE workstreams, ensuring activities and deliverables align with approved work plans, timelines, and budgets
Coordinate with State/EAP, U.S. interagency partners, consultants, and regional stakeholders to facilitate smooth execution of program activities
Track progress across workstreams, anticipate risks or bottlenecks, and elevate issues with proposed solutions
Contribute to the development of high-quality written products and presentations, including reports, concept notes, and briefing materials
Support the design and delivery of workshops and technical assistance activities, including agenda development, speaker identification and outreach, and coordination of logistical and operational requirements
Maintain clear and consistent communication across internal teams and external counterparts to support alignment and client responsiveness
Apply QA/QC processes to ensure accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of deliverables
Contribute to proposal development, research, and other business development efforts, as needed