Senior International Relations Strategy SME

Forge Group • Tampa, FL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Forge is a global solutions provider and a certified woman-owned, service-disabled, veteran-owned small business (WOSB, SDVOSB) focused on redefining the GovCon mold, delivering innovations, and elevating collective impact. They are known as international problem solvers who pursue work where they can make a difference, integrating deeply into client communities to solve human challenges globally. Forge balances autonomy with a connected network, fostering collective excellence and significant growth with a team of top-tier experts. Their culture prioritizes people, diversity, employee empowerment, and leadership trust, supported by programs for well-being and growth. With a 93% retention rate, they are recognized as a top workplace, including being rated #2 Best Medium Business in Virginia and receiving multiple Fortune® Magazine awards. They have also been certified as a Great Place to Work™ for six consecutive years and recognized for rapid growth by Inc. Magazine and the Women Presidents Organization. Forge is committed to putting people first and is seeking individuals who are driven, collaborative, community-oriented, and enjoy life.

Requirements

• Ability to think strategically, act tactically, and display 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 and not be hindered by ambiguity or competing priorities.
• US Citizen
• Master's degree in international security studies.
• Recent experience (last 3 years) demonstrating successful development, coordination, & execution of strategic-level engagements on a Commander's Action Group at the Combatant Command/4-star level.
• 1-year recent experience demonstrating successful development, coordination, & execution of strategic-level engagements on a Commander's Action Group or Political Advisor at the COCOM/TSOC level.
• 3 years' experience using analytic and communication skills to prepare staff and coordinate written products and briefings for senior leaders (general officer/flag officer/senior executive service level) use.
• 3 years' recent experience in developing business and communication strategies intended to achieve strategic objectives.
• Current DoW Top Secret clearance and eligible for SCI access.
• Excellent writing and communications skills.
• Experienced planner.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to question activities and issues in all functional areas and make sound business decisions based on that data.

Responsibilities

• Research and prepare read-ahead packages (average of up to 4 per month), including strategic objectives, key themes, messages, talking points, biographies, previous conference read-outs, and other supporting documents for the J3 Directorate and Command Group international engagements.
• Draft and recommend an international engagement strategy for the Division, Directorate, and Command Group to support and achieve the Command's objectives.
• Provide international relations expertise and advice to leadership regarding bilateral and multilateral engagements.
• Provide quality assurance, expertise, and support for the drafting of international correspondence.
• Respond to RFIs from the Division, Directorate, and Command Group leadership regarding International Key Leader Engagements.
• Maintain coordination with the J2, J3, and J5 Director's Action Groups to ensure situational awareness of command priorities and engagement strategies.
• Maintain situational awareness and expertise regarding current U.S. policy and strategy for international relations.
• Perform close-out and escort duties as part of the Division's Security Procedure.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute numerous multilateral events and multinational conferences.
• Conduct research, planning, staffing, drafting of official correspondence, itinerary development, briefing, and read-ahead (RAH) preparation.
• Coordinate with multiple offices, commands, and countries for event execution.
• Work with personnel at all levels across DOD, U.S. Embassies, and partner nations globally.

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

What This Job Offers

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