SUPERVISORY FOREIGN AFFAIRS SPECIALIST
What you'd do
You will serve as a Senior Manager/Administrator in the Marine Corps International Program Office of Marine Corps Systems Command/Portfolio Acquisition Executive Marine Corps.
Major duties
You will serve as the senior advisor to the Director of International Programs, providing strategic guidance on foreign affairs policies and program execution. You will interpret and implement foreign affairs policies while ensuring alignment with Department of Defense, Department of the Navy, Marine Corps, and command objectives. You will establish program goals, allocate resources, and oversee international programs to ensure effective execution and long-term mission success. You will analyze policy proposals, recommend improvements, and represent the organization before senior foreign affairs boards, committees, and leadership. You will lead, mentor, and supervise personnel by setting priorities, evaluating performance, resolving workplace issues, and supporting employee development. You will direct workforce planning by assigning work, hiring qualified candidates, developing procedures, and improving organizational effectiveness. You will prepare and deliver reports, briefings, and recommendations while coordinating with stakeholders to advance international program objectives. You will serve as the Command Security Cooperation Workforce Development Program Data Manager and Community Manager for the organization.
What you need to qualify
Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-13 grade level or NH-03 pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Expert knowledge in Security Assistance, International Cooperative Programs, and Security Cooperation Planning. 2) Ability to analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data and recognize solutions. 3) Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
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