Program Analyst

Company: Cherokee Federal
Location: Mount Rainier
Posted on: March 1, 2026

Job Description:

Program Analyst This position requires an active Top Secret clearance with the ability to get a TS/SCI. * MUST speak/read/write fluent Spanish , Preference would also understand Portuguese. Program Analyst Responsibilities Include: The incumbent supports good governance, citizen security, regional issue analysis, and combating antisemitism portfolios, supporting the government lead, the Deputy Director, and the Director of WHA/PPC. The candidate’s work is dedicated to providing programmatic, research, and administrative support for country-specific activities, cross-border programs, and region-wide initiatives. The candidate is specifically responsible for the following: Expertise & Policy Development: Provide subject matter expertise in WHA on good governance, justice sector issues, and citizen security policies, including by facilitating bilateral and multilateral engagement about specific thematic and regional goals. Documentation Support: Provide the government lead with signature-ready support and background documents including briefings, reports, agendas, invitations, remarks, read-outs, and meeting notes; draft and obtain clearances on background papers, reports, and briefings for presentations to senior Bureau leaders; draft reports to meet routine, ad hoc, and Congressional requirements. Research & Analysis: Research, collect, and analyze data, and report on findings; clearly communicate conclusions and recommendations through such means as PowerPoint presentations, briefings, and written reports (e.g., white papers, memoranda, information papers, and emails) to allow PPC and Bureau leadership to make data-driven decisions. Logistical Support: Participate in committees and meetings, including interagency committees for good governance and citizen security programs; provide logistical support for meetings, seminars, and special events, including coordination of volunteers, venues, remarks, activities, and timeline development. Event Coordination: Develop, organize, and facilitate Bureau participation in Department of State events related to good governance, citizen security, the justice sector, and countering antisemitism. Communication Strategy: Work closely with Department and interagency colleagues, providing information and responding to inquiries, compiling government input, and recommending PPC responses to complex inquiries to the government lead, the Director, or other Department of State officials. Portfolio Support: Support the external affairs, anti-corruption, countering malign influences, trafficking in persons, and cyber security portfolios to backfill officers as needed during absences and staffing gaps. Support the government lead in overseeing the Bureau’s submission of Congressionally mandated annual reports, including the International Narcotics Control Strategy Reports, International Religious Freedom Reports, Trafficking in Persons Reports, and the Human Rights Reports. Monitoring & Assessment: Monitor political, economic, and security developments in the Western Hemisphere as required, providing assessments, analyses, and support to WHA/PPC and the Bureau, including but not limited to assembling briefing books, drafting reports, clearing thematic and regional paper, and serving as control officer, to contribute to well-coordinated U.S. government policy and program recommendations to the PPC office and Bureau leadership. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Program Analyst Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities required: Education : Required : Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a relevant field such as International Studies, International Affairs or a related program. Preferred : Master’s degree from an accredited university in a related field. A minimum of four years of combined work experience in international affairs. Candidates with a Master’s degree may substitute two years of experience for this requirement. Proficient in research and analytical methods to validate, evaluate, and interpret information from diverse sources. Experience with Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, and web development is required. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite for creating professional documents. Experience in developing, implementing, and interpreting metrics to measure project performance against expected outcomes. Ability to manage multiple tasks, coordinate activities across various locations, and work effectively in a multi-cultural team environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to prepare analyses, recommendations, official memos, cables, and reports. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and critical thinking abilities. Ability to work independently, assess priorities, and coordinate daily tasks with minimal supervision. Proficiency in reading and speaking Portuguese or Spanish. Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal US Citizenship Active Secret clearance is required. Experience : Technical Skills : Project Management : Communication Skills : Work Style : Language Proficiency : Other Requirements Security Clearance : Company Information: Cherokee Nation System Solutions (CNSS) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNSS , visit cherokee-federal.com. CherokeeFederal LI LI-CG LI-Onsite AppC Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply. Similar job titles: International Development Specialist Foreign Affairs Officer Program Coordinator for Global Initiatives Policy Advisor Keywords: International Affairs Project Management Research & Analysis Bilingual (Portuguese & Spanish) Legal Disclaimer: Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit cherokee-federal.com/careers for information regarding our Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Statement, and Accommodation request. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

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