Job Details

Program Specialist

Work Location: Department of State, Washington, DC

Cape Fox is seeking a highly qualified Program Specialist to join our team in support of the US Department of State (DOS).

Core Duties:

• Draft and update briefing papers, memos, talking points, and updates on issues related to U.S.-Qatar relations for State Department leadership
• Assist the Near East Affairs Bureau, Office of Arabian Peninsula Affairs, Qatar Desk (NEA/ARP) office at meetings and on phone calls on topics related to U.S.-Qatar relations
• Support NEA/ARP policy positions at those meetings
• Draft and circulate meeting summaries
• Coordinate on a daily basis with contacts at U.S. Embassy Doha to share information, provide policy updates, and respond to requests from guidance
• Serve as the NEA/ARP office lead for engagements with the Coordinator for Afghan Relocation Efforts (CARE)
• Assist in maintaining regular communication and coordination with CARE colleagues regarding relevant aspects of the operation of Camp As Sayliyah (CAS) and U.S. engagement with the Government of Qatar on Afghan relocation issues

Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree in international relations, political science, public policy, Arabic, or a related field and a minimum of 2 years’ experience in international politics/foreign policy, or other related fields
• Two (2) years or more work experience on international relations, international politics, international economics, foreign policy, or human rights issues
• Experience writing for a professional audience
• Ability to solve problems
• English language (written and spoken) communications skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, act decisively in daily work, and work well in a multi-cultural team environment
• Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal, and computer skills
• Ability to work independently to assess priorities and manage daily coordination of details with minimal supervision
• Must have an Active Secret Security Clearance

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