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Goldbelt C6, LLC

Junior Program Officer

Goldbelt C6, LLC, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022

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Overview Goldbelt C6 protects the safety and health of the country by supporting civilian public health and defense medical marketspace. C6 offers research and development, engineering, and logistics services that enhance and enlarge customers' operations. C6’s expertise is focused on integrating C6ISR and scientific, engineering, and technical support for various government partners. The experts at C6 are research and data-driven and ready to create custom solutions.

Summary Goldbelt C6, LLC., is seeking a Junior Program Officer to provide contract support to the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs’ J. William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board Staff (ECA/FFSB/S). The Junior Program Officer shall perform a wide variety of duties necessary to support the FFSB in carrying out its responsibilities, including preparing for four quarterly Board Meetings. The Junior Program Officer shall support outreach related to Board Members’ activities, support administrative arrangements, and coordinate primarily with other bureau offices, as well as regional bureaus, program agencies, and posts.

Essential Job Functions

Perform a wide variety of duties necessary to planning and implementing academic exchange programs in coordination with regional bureaus, other bureau offices, program agencies, binational Fulbright commissions, and diplomatic posts

Provide programmatic oversight of one or more grants or cooperative agreements in accordance with ECA grants policy and in conjunction with the Grants Officer Representative

Assist in devising or modifying programs to meet changing political situations and educational needs

Keep abreast of relevant academic exchange activities within countries of responsibility, especially developments with the potential to adversely impact exchange activities

Assist in development and maintenance of effective relationships with stakeholders in support of ECA’s strategic goal of promoting international understanding

Prepare briefing papers, memoranda, talking points, speeches, and other documents on exchange activities, as well as other support to management

Monitor and report on country programs and budgets

Review and forward Fulbright candidates to the J. William Fulbright Scholarship Board (FFSB)

Represent ECA at workshops, orientations, and meetings with program participants, government representatives, implementing partners, binational Fulbright Commissions, posts, and the public

Assist with planning and coordinating various programmatic-related workshops and seminars

Provide support in managing Branch outreach and alumni coordination efforts, including social media and webinar outreach

Process personnel time and attendance

Necessary Skills and Knowledge

Discretion and superb judgment in handling information related to prominent and senior government officials

Ability to interact with all nationalities in a culturally sensitive manner

Familiarity with standard software, including the complete Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, SharePoint), and ability to learn and work with other software, as well as database applications

Excellent, timely, and precise organizational skills and multi-tasking abilities

Excellent critical and creative thinking and analytical skills, as well as research abilities

Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to maintain effective liaison with other Department of State offices, diplomatic posts, Fulbright Commission colleagues, program partners, and other entities involved in academic exchange programs

Ability and willingness to work independently but with direction from supervision, in a high volume, fast-paced work environment

Demonstrates a flexible, team-oriented approach to work with an interest in building and maintaining strong working relationships with colleagues

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma

Education and/or work experience related to international cultural or academic exchanges, and/or other types of international study programming

Experience with U.S. government and Department of State (DOS) administrative policies and procedures as they pertain to financial and operational management of international exchange programs

Experience in program administration, operating procedures, oversight, and monitoring

Active Moderate Risk Public Trust Clearance

Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Secret level

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Some academic or professional experience in international affairs or exchange programs is preferred for this position.

Knowledge of, or ability to learn travel authorization, travel arranging, timekeeping systems is highly desirable

Currently maintains a security clearance at the Secret level.

Prior experience working with the U.S. Department of State is highly desired to understand the culture and environment.

Pay And Benefits The salary range for this position is $80,000.00-$85,000.00 annually. At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax‑deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Other, Information Technology, and Management

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