Senior Management Analyst

DecisionPoint | Cortek • Arlington, VA

14h • Onsite

About The Position

DecisionPoint Corporation is seeking a Senior Management Analyst to provide professional research, writing, and editing support to the Office of Overseas Contingency Operations Oversight. The OCO office works jointly with the inspectors general of the Department of Defense and the U.S. Agency for International Development to oversee and report on multiple overseas contingency operations. The role requires comprehensive knowledge of the Department of State and sound judgment. The writer/editor supports the Office of Inspector General’s work with the Department of State and the U.S. Agency for Global Media to improve management, strengthen integrity and accountability, and ensure efficient, effective, and economical use of resources.

The position develops and edits content for internal and external reporting and communications, with particular emphasis on oversight of the U.S. Government’s Ukraine response efforts. It supports research and information gathering, develops communications strategies and plans, and creates clear, authoritative, accessible products for varied audiences. The position is fully on-site in Arlington, Virginia.

Requirements

• Active Secret clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree and specialized training in writing, editing, and graphic design.
• Expert knowledge of writing and editing principles and their application to official products for diverse audiences.
• At least 5 years of experience identifying and responding to communications needs for varied audiences, and designing, writing, editing, and publishing key communications materials for an office.
• At least 3 years of experience preparing official materials for publication for a government department or agency.
• Solid understanding of graphic design fundamentals and techniques, including effective use of typography, color, and layout to convey complex information accessibly and succinctly.
• Strong research, data compilation, analysis, and interpretation skills, including the ability to translate technical material for non-technical audiences and communicate compellingly in support of communication goals.
• Outstanding writing, proofreading, and copyediting skills, with extensive experience applying professional standards, style guides, and organizational templates to published products.
• Experience developing creative communications solutions that meet institutional requirements while fitting organizational norms and culture.
• Knowledge of core concepts in institutional communications strategy, planning, and tactics.
• Ability to use Microsoft products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams, as well as leading graphics, publishing, and collaboration software.
• Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to manage a dynamic workload, prioritize tasks and projects, and consistently meet deadlines and expectations.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse team members and stakeholders, establish effective working relationships, and communicate clearly, tactfully, and effectively.
• Experience operating effectively in a hybrid work setting.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a federal Office of Inspector General.
• Knowledge of Department of State programs and operations and/or regional knowledge of Eastern Europe, particularly Ukraine.

Responsibilities

• Conceive, research, write, and edit content supporting OIG internal and external reporting and communications to a range of stakeholders, with a focus on oversight of the U.S. Government’s Ukraine response efforts.
• Plan, prepare, and assist in developing reports, testimony, official correspondence, web copy, presentations, talking points, briefing materials, social media posts, annual report narratives, employee messages, and other communications for OIG review and use.
• Develop engaging and visually compelling products and communications that advance OIG oversight objectives, including graphics and presentation enhancements that improve clarity, readability, and accessibility.
• Support research and information gathering to develop authoritative information about agency programs, policies, functions, relationships among programs, and related issues.
• Interpret complex concepts, themes, and information and develop compelling, balanced treatment of complex and controversial matters in consultation with OIG personnel.
• Review, proofread, and copyedit materials for editorial quality, grammar, and adherence to OIG style guidance, formats, and organizational terminology and norms.
• Contribute to OIG communication strategies and develop and implement related plans in consultation with the Senior Advisor and other OIG personnel.
• Advise OIG management and staff on English usage and effective writing and editing principles, practices, methods, and techniques.

What This Job Offers

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