Senior Program Advisor

Koniag Professional Services, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Senior Program Advisor to support KPS and our government customer in Washington, DC. This position is for a Future New Business Opportunity. We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more. Koniag Professional Services provides expert advisory and program management services to the U.S. Department of State and other federal agencies. Our team of seasoned professionals offers specialized knowledge and strategic guidance to support the development and implementation of international exchange programs, public diplomacy initiatives, and foreign policy objectives. The Senior Program Advisor will provide expert advice in the formulation and direction of public diplomacy exchange programs, as well as work on an array of policy-related issues, events, and activities on behalf of the Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA). Key Responsibilities: Reviewing, advising, and recommending actions for the management and analysis of budgets and grants, travel arrangements, training, information system support, and domestic representation using database systems. Managing matters and issues pertaining to international educational and cultural programs, exchanges, and training in assigned regional, functional, and/or thematic roles. Providing support to the Interagency Working Group on U.S. Government-Sponsored International Exchanges and Training, confirming and prioritizing project plans and deliverables in collaboration with supervisors and stakeholders. Education and Experience Requirements: Minimum of 8 years of experience in international exchange and training programs, public diplomacy initiatives, or foreign policy advisory roles. Proven expertise in working with U.S. federal agencies, embassies, non-governmental organizations, and international organizations on exchange and training programs. Required Skills and Competencies: Experience monitoring, tracking, and reporting U.S. Government-sponsored international exchange and training programs. Expert knowledge of U.S. and departmental foreign policy goals and objectives. Strong understanding of public diplomacy exchanges and their role in implementing U.S. foreign policy. In-depth knowledge of the mission and interests of Regional and Thematic Bureaus. Comprehensive understanding of U.S. foreign affairs information sources, processes, guidelines, and organizations. Experience with monitoring, tracking, and reporting U.S. Government-sponsored international exchange and training programs. Proficiency in information management and database systems, as well as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, SharePoint). Strong critical and creative thinking, analytical, drafting, editing, and proofreading skills. Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication abilities. Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues and clients. Flexible, team-oriented approach to work, with the ability to work independently, handle multiple tasks, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law.

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