Program Analyst - Data and Analytics
About The Position
As a Program Analyst focused on Data and Analytics, you will contribute to the Department of State (DoS) Political‑Military Affairs Bureau’s analytical mission by developing dashboards, visualizations, and executive‑level reporting products that translate complex program and performance information into actionable insights. Your work will involve analyzing trends in programmatic, operational, and policy‑related data; preparing concise analytical narratives; and ensuring that findings are accessible and aligned to leadership priorities. You will coordinate with program managers, subject‑matter experts, and data stewards to refine requirements, validate metrics, and maintain data quality. Additionally, you will play a key role in advancing data literacy and promoting analytic best practices across the organization by supporting training, documentation, and guidance for stakeholders working with data products.
Requirements
- An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance.
- Bachelor's degree in data science, public policy, international affairs, or a related discipline required, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- Three (3) or more years of experience in data analysis, visualization, or program evaluation, preferably with federal agencies.
- Experience in Microsoft Power BI, Excel, and other data analysis or visualization platforms; familiarity with SQL preferred.
- Experience in translating program and performance data into clear analytical products, dashboards, and executive-level reporting.
Nice To Haves
- Professional certifications or formal training in data analytics or visualization (e.g., Power BI or Tableau) desirable.
- Demonstrated strong written and oral communication skills.
- Prior experience creating stakeholder training, user guides, or enablement materials to support data literacy and adoption of analytic tools.
- Background supporting cross‑functional teams or interagency coordination, especially in environments where policy, operations, and data intersect.
Responsibilities
- Developing dashboards, visualizations, and executive‑level reporting products that translate complex program and performance information into actionable insights.
- Analyzing trends in programmatic, operational, and policy‑related data.
- Preparing concise analytical narratives.
- Ensuring that findings are accessible and aligned to leadership priorities.
- Coordinating with program managers, subject‑matter experts, and data stewards to refine requirements, validate metrics, and maintain data quality.
- Advancing data literacy and promoting analytic best practices across the organization by supporting training, documentation, and guidance for stakeholders working with data products.
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
