Junior International Analyst

Description

SAIC is seeking a Junior International Analyst to support the Office of International Outreach and Policy (IO&P) within the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research & Engineering (OUSD(R&E)) at the Mark Center, Alexandria. Specifically, the ideal candidate will be supporting two key portfolios: The Technical Cooperation Program (TTCP) and NATO. In this fast-paced environment, the ideal candidate will be involved in planning and executing meetings between senior U.S. officials and their international counterparts, drafting reports and read-ahead materials, coordinating logistics for international engagements, and maintaining situational awareness of cooperative activities.

This position has an on-site requirement of 4x/week at the Mark Center, Alexandria.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Meeting Coordination:

Plan and execute meetings and events between senior U.S. officials and their international counterparts, with a focus on TTCP and NATO.

Coordinate logistics such as access to military installations, clearances, and foreign visit requests.

Draft and prepare agendas, read-ahead materials (e.g., background briefings, issue papers), and comprehensive meeting minutes and reports.

Country and Program Analysis:

Write and maintain OUSD(R&E) country-specific products, including comprehensive country papers and one-pagers, focusing on S&T priorities, defense organizational structures, and cooperative activities.

Track and assess international agreements and engagements between OUSD(R&E) senior leadership and specific countries.

Action Officer Support:

Serve as an action officer for assigned geographic areas of responsibility, liaising with OSD Components, Services, and R&E Field Activities to ensure action completion between major engagements.

Travel Coordination:

Work with OUSD(R&E) travel planners to organize international travel and coordinate necessary country and security clearances for international engagements.

Support to Senior Leadership:

Assist in preparing briefing materials and providing recommendations to senior leadership on international cooperative activities and agreements.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree and 0 years of experience in international relations, communications, or political science.

At least six months of internship experience, preferably in an international or policy-related field.

Active Secret Clearance

Strong International Relations Knowledge: Familiar with international defense cooperation, particularly within the framework of TTCP and NATO, and adept at navigating governmental and defense organizational structures.

Highly Organized and Detail-Oriented: Capable of managing multiple international engagements, tracking actions, and ensuring timely completion of tasks with precision.

Exceptional Communication Skills: Able to draft detailed reports, briefings, and meeting summaries, as well as convey complex technical and policy information clearly to both U.S. and international stakeholders.

Collaborative Team Player: Comfortable working with technical experts, government personnel, and international counterparts, fostering partnerships across organizations.

Adaptability and Problem-Solving: Able to address challenges in international cooperation, navigate cultural and regulatory differences, and propose effective solutions.

Event and Meeting Coordination: Skilled in organizing and executing high-level meetings, ensuring logistical arrangements, clearances, and documentation are handled efficiently.

Familiarity with International Travel Protocols: Experience with coordinating foreign visit requests, travel logistics, and security clearances for international engagements.

Travel:

Some travel, both CONUS and OCONUS, may be required.

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.
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