Program Advisor

Cherokee Federal Washington, DC, Washington, DC
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October 21, 2022
Cherokee Federal
Washington, DC, Washington, DC
FULL_TIME, PART_TIME
$20/HOUR
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PROGRAM ADVISOR, Washington, DC


***MUST BE ABLE TO OBTAIN A SECRET CLEARANCE***


SUMMARY


The Program Advisor provides technical and subject matter expertise to the J/TIP Office International Programs (IP) Section and to other J/TIP Office Sections and Department of State bureaus and offices as required. The Program Advisor may support one or more of IP’s geographic portfolios or its global portfolio of training and technical assistance programs or its Child Protection Compact (CPC) Partnership program. The Program Advisor works closely with other IP Section members as well as with TIP Office, Department of State, and interagency counterparts.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES



  • Assists in the development of programming strategies for the J/TIP Office’s centrally-managed foreign assistance informed primarily by TIP Report recommendations, assessments of the programming context, and intra- and interagency consultations on current and projected programming.

  • Recommends programming priorities to the Ambassador-at-Large for the grant solicitation process. Reviews and assesses applicant proposals through a multi-stage solicitation process. With others, provides funding recommendations to the Ambassador-at-Large.

  • Support the Grants Officer and Grants Officer Representative (GOR) by providing assistance in completing actions required to award approved grants.

  • Assists in the oversight of grantee performance and activities related to J/TIP Office-funded projects. Regular and routine engagement with implementing partners.

  • Reviews and analyzes progress and financial reports, observes grantee compliance with award terms and conditions, conducts site visits as appropriate, and works with the grantee, GOR, and Grants Officer to resolve issues as required.

  • Promotes organizational learning by analyzing data to support evidence-based decision making, identify lessons learned and good practices, and facilitate independent evaluations.

  • Provides policy guidance and technical expertise on anti-trafficking programs and activities. Supports J/TIP Office engagements with intra- and interagency counterparts and with officials from other governments, multilateral organizations, civil society organizations, and the private sector.

  • Prepares verbal and written communications for senior officials as required to include analyses, strategy documents, briefing papers, presentations, and decision memos.

  • Collaborates closely with other IP and J/TIP Office counterparts. Supports and promotes regular communication and collaboration with intra- and interagency programming stakeholders, regional bureaus, and posts.

  • Supports TIP Office efforts to build partnerships with other anti-trafficking programming stakeholders, including bilateral and private anti-TIP donors.

  • Assists in the oversight of grantee performance and activities related to J/TIP Office-funded cooperative agreements.

  • Assists in the development of strategies and makes recommendations for programming in response to manmade and natural disasters, requests by governments for short-term training and technical assistance, and requirements for emergency assistance to victims.

  • Works with post, regional bureau points of contact, and other counterparts to develop short-term training and technical assistance projects.

  • Facilitates execution of individual trainings and provision of technical assistance activities by coordinating and monitoring activities and timelines.

  • Support other projects related to J/TIP Office programs, including research, modern slavery prevalence reduction, and child protection, functioning under the Position Duties and Responsibilities listed above.

  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE



  • A Master’s Degree in Arts or Science, fields related to international affairs, criminal justice preferred.

  • Research background (including education) and should be:

    • Versed in quantitative research and analysis, particularly as applied to human rights issues;

    • Versed in qualitative research; survey mythology and work measuring prevalence of hidden populations ( e.g., trafficking victims ); statistics; data analysis; and expertise with key informant interviews, group interviews, and focus group discussions.


  • 5+ years of demonstrated work experience related to human trafficking, criminal justice, rule of law, international affairs, or international grants management.


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES



  • Must be able to obtain Secret clearance

  • Successfully pass a federal background check and a drug screen

  • Ability to demonstrate excellent organizational, interpersonal, and analytical skills.

  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

  • Demonstrated ability to liaise within the J/TIP Office and with other Department bureaus and offices as well as external organizations.

  • Demonstrated ability to use computer skills successfully.

  • Demonstrated work experience related to human trafficking, criminal justice, rule of law, international affairs, or international grants management.

  • Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

  • Prior knowledge of U.S. government programs and grants processes


WORK ENVIRONMENT



  • Work is performed primarily in a controlled climate office environment.

  • Cherokee Federal employees are included as covered employees in U.S. Presidential Executive Order 14042, which mandates Covid vaccines for federal contractors. Executive Order 14042 is currently blocked from enforcement pending court proceedings. Therefore, Cherokee Federal is halting the application of the mandate; however, if the injunction is lifted, Cherokee Federal will restore administration of the vaccine requirement.


Join the team who values your skills and expertise. Cherokee Nation Mission Solutions (CNMS) is a solutions-driven global powerhouse that assists customers who need technical and professional teams, cross-border program coordination, call center management and facilities support. CNMS hires people who help us give customers the support they deserve and the quality they expect from our team – a team of experts, like you.


Cherokee Nation Mission Solutions is part of Cherokee Federal – a team of tribally owned federal contracting companies focused on building solutions, solving complex challenges, and serving the nation’s mission around the globe for more than 60 federal clients. For more information, visit cherokee-federal.com .


ABOUT THE TEAM
Cherokee Federal is a division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, the economic engine of Cherokee Nation, the largest Native American tribe in the U.S. As a trusted partner, the Cherokee Federal team of companies manages nearly 2,000 projects of all sizes across the construction, engineering and manufacturing and mission solutions portfolios — ranging from advanced data analytics and telehealth to cybersecurity, cloud and logistics.


Since 2012, our team of companies has won $6 billion in government contracts and completed more than 5,300 federal missions. Our 3,600+ employees work in 20+ countries, 50 states and 2 U.S. territories.


Why Cherokee Federal? Visit cherokee-federal.com to learn why you should join our team!


COMPLIANCE


Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.


We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and we prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing compensation. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please copy and paste the links to the following two sites: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf and https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/ofccp_eeo_supplement_final_jrf_qa_508c.pdf


If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may e-mail [email protected] for assistance. This email address is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the application process or status. Please do not send email request pertaining to recruiting as this email box is not for resumes or follow up on job applications.


For Pay Transparency Non Discrimination provision, please copy and paste the following link: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf


We maintain an Affirmative Action Plan for proactively seeking employment and advancement for qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Upon request, we will schedule time Tuesdays – Thursdays from 10:00am – 2:00pm CST to make applicable Affirmative Action Plans accessible. Please submit a written request with the email subject line: 2021 Request to View Affirmative Action Plan to the Compliance Administrator at [email protected] .



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