International Policy Analyst

Forge Group, LLC•Arlington, VA

1d•$80,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

Forge is a global consulting firm that is a certified 8a, woman-owned, service-disabled, veteran-owned small business. They focus on international problem-solving and aim to make a difference in their work. Forge balances employee autonomy with a connected network, fostering collective excellence and growth. Their culture prioritizes people, diversity, and employee well-being, operating like a co-op where staff input drives corporate action. With a high retention rate and multiple awards, Forge is recognized as a great place to work and a fast-growing company that values its employees. They are looking for individuals who want to work hard, enjoy life, and make a difference.

Requirements

Ability to think strategically and act tactically.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Ability to build strong cross-group working relationships.
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to thrive and succeed in an entrepreneurial environment.
Ability to not be hindered by ambiguity or competing priorities.
Secret security clearance required.
DoD and/or international engagement experience with interest in Security Cooperation and Security Assistance programs.
US Citizen
TS/SCI clearance
2+ years of experience in the public sector, preferably in the DoD or DoS
2+ years of experience in DoD Policy formulation and implementation
1+ 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
Proven ability to conduct open-source research and prepare executive-level correspondence
Strong Organizational and Customer Service Skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to follow security protocols
Bachelor's (4-year) degree from an accredited institution
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.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
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.

Nice To Haves

Functional knowledge of DoD Policy
Experience supporting DoD executive leadership

Responsibilities

Serve as an International Affairs Analyst supporting Department of Defense (DoD) priorities related to engagement with Allies and Partners.
Respond to specific and general requests for information.
Prepare packages for coordination.
Research specific issues.
Work closely with government and contractor analysts across the Department of Defense.
Utilize tasking tracking tools to coordinate executive correspondence.
Manage memorandums, talking points, portfolio resources, and package materials.
Understand DoD programmatic responsibilities for reporting, accountability, and executive support.
Respond to requests for program information by executive leadership.
Quickly research, analyze, and package results in response to short-fused requirements.
Prepare quality presentations on short notice for executive presentation, including graphics and graphic design support.
Analyze and identify trends, emerging issues, or future requirements as part of an overarching program planning and implementation process.
Coordinate across a diverse set of stakeholders in DoD and the interagency.
Conduct research on various strategic defense issue sets.
Support administrative functions such as reporting and file management.

Benefits

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