Data Strategist

Guidehouse•Arlington, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Data Strategist, you will play a critical role in supporting our client’s approach to foreign assistance oversight across their initiatives. You will develop and support existing strategies that guide our collective work on foreign assistance, including analysis, change management, and product development. Your work will involve establishing frameworks for how we collect and utilize foreign assistance information to support evidence-based insights and decision-making in the foreign assistance sector. Due to the dynamic nature of the project, the Guidehouse Team plays a critical role in several cross-functional projects, initiatives, and taskings. The strategist will need to be pro-active, flexible, and adept at communications, organization, and writing.

Requirements

An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance.
Bachelor's Degree
THREE (3) or more years of experience with foreign assistance systems and processes
THREE (3) or more years of experience supporting a U.S. federal foreign affairs agency
Proven ability to develop and implement strategies that align with organizational objectives
Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives involving data, business processes, or modernization efforts
Experience developing governance frameworks, operating models, policies, or organizational processes that support enterprise-wide alignment
Demonstrated experience managing multi-stream projects from initiation through closeout, ensuring accountability and timely delivery

Nice To Haves

Ability to translate complex information into actionable insights
Experience with donor reporting requirements and compliance
General knowledge of US government foreign assistance objectives and operations
Experience supporting change management processes
Experience working for or supporting foreign assistance-managing public sector federal agencies
Proven ability to influence, build consensus, and navigate organizational dynamics across diverse stakeholder groups
Familiarity with foreign assistance planning, budgeting, performance reporting, and compliance requirements within U.S. Government contexts
Strong understanding of enterprise data governance, data strategy, and information management principles
Proven experience in data management, including quality assurance, lifecycle management, and metadata standards.
Experience in IT management, including oversight of systems integration, technology roadmap development, and coordination with technical and functional stakeholders.
Ability to leverage data management expertise to lead, support, and enhance enterprise data governance programs, policies, and governance bodies.

Responsibilities

Coordinate implementation of organization‑wide recommendations, ensuring alignment and monitoring progress.
Develop and maintain governance structures, charters, and decision‑making frameworks for data and foreign assistance management.
Facilitate cross‑team collaboration and consensus‑building across diverse stakeholder groups.
Establish and administer standards, methodologies, and quality assurance processes for foreign assistance activities.
Lead strategic planning for information collection, analysis, and dissemination functions.
Oversee portfolio management practices, including intake, prioritization, and workflow administration.
Manage project delivery, ensuring continuity, stakeholder engagement, and timely execution.
Ensure compliance with reporting requirements, donor standards, and international guidelines.
Translate complex analytical or governance outputs into actionable insights and recommendations.
Support evidence‑based research, analysis, and decision‑making across foreign assistance portfolios.

Benefits

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend