Program Specialist

Kwaan Tech, a subsidiary of the Cape Fox Corporation, provides high-quality technical and professional services to government customers. We are committed to excellence, mission support, and strengthening the communities we serve.

About the Role

Kwaan Tech is seeking a highly skilled Program Specialist with international politics/foreign policy experience to join a diverse, mission-driven team. The Program Specialist position offers a dynamic opportunity to provide critical analytical and coordination support with the US Department of State (DOS).

The salary range (or hiring range) for this exempt position has been established at: $110,000- $120,000. 

The above salary range represents the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.  In addition, we offer a variety of benefits including company holidays, paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, as well as 401K with company match.  This job will be posted until filled or withdrawn.

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

 Job 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