Foreign Affairs Officer

Department of State Headquarters • Washington, DC

16h

About The Position

This position is located in the Office of the Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism (DRL/SEAS). DRL/SEAS advances U.S. foreign policy on anti-Semitism. Anti-Semitism is discrimination against or hatred toward Jews. The Special Envoy develops and implements policies and projects to support efforts to combat anti-Semitism globally.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Incumbent will be subject to random drug testing.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
• Applicants must meet all the required qualification requirements described below by the closing date of this announcement.
• If you are qualifying based on education OR if there are mandatory education requirements listed below, you MUST submit a copy of your college transcript with your application.
• Applicants must meet time-in-grade and time after competitive appointment requirements, by the closing date of this announcement.
• Federal applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade to satisfy time-in-grade restrictions, per 5CFR 300, Subpart F.
• Applicants must have the required experience or education as described below and meet any selective factors, when specified.
• BASIC REQUIREMENTS: Have a bachelor's or graduate degree from an accredited college or university in international law, international relations, political science, economics, history, sociology, geography, social or cultural anthropology, law, statistics, or in the humanities; OR Have a bachelor's or graduate degree from an accredited college or university that included a combination of courses, with at least 24 semester hours in international law and international relations, political science, economics, history, sociology, geography, social or cultural anthropology, law, statistics, or in the humanities; OR Have 12 semester hours in one of the above disciplines and 12 semester hours in statistics / quantitative methods. OR Have a combination of education and experience where your coursework was equivalent to a major, or a combination of related courses totaling at least 24 semester hours, (as shown above), PLUS appropriate relevant experience OR additional education. OR Have completed at least 4 years of appropriate experience in one OR more of the fields listed above in work associated with international organizations, problems, or other aspects of foreign affairs.
• Qualifying work experience may have been gained through residence, study, teaching, business or commercial activities, military service, newspaper work, military or civil government activities, missionary or international relief work, or other experience in foreign countries.
• If you are qualifying based on education, you MUST submit transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement.
• If you fail to provide requested information, or the information you submit is insufficient to verify your eligibility, you WILL lose consideration for this position.
• IN ADDITION to the basic requirements, this position requires one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 level in the Federal service which provided the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position.
• Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Experience developing and formulating comprehensive Departmental policies, and strategic plans.
• Experience conducting research and analysis of geopolitical trends, providing senior leadership with actionable options and policy recommendations.
• Experience leading or supporting interagency coordination, international consultations, and follow-up activities to ensure effective communication, collaboration, and implementation of U.S. policy positions.
• If you are qualifying based on education, you MUST submit transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement.
• If you fail to provide requested information, or the information you submit is insufficient to verify your eligibility, you WILL lose consideration for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research, analyze policies, and provide strategic recommendations to support human and religious rights.
• Manages and directs implementation and execution of responsibilities concerning policies and programs.
• Serve as an advisor or head of delegation in international meetings and negotiations, developing proposals and ensuring thorough preparation and follow-up.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior