Global Critical Minerals & Supply Chain Strategist

Creative Associates International; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Associates International is seeking a Critical Minerals Consultant to support USG proposal efforts. You will provide subject matter expertise on global critical mineral supply chains, geopolitical resource competition, and economic statecraft.

Candidates may be based in the US or overseas. The role involves analyzing market data, identifying vulnerabilities in the clean energy transition ecosystem, and drafting actionable policy frameworks to secure bilateral and multilateral mineral

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in International Relations, Public Policy, Mining/Geological Engineering, Materials Science, or Economics.
• Master’s or PhD is highly desirable.
• 3–5 years of professional experience in energy consulting, mining market analysis, industrial policy, or federal foreign affairs advisory.
• Established networks within the mining, refining, or clean energy manufacturing industries.
• Professional proficiency in a foreign language relevant to critical mineral production regions strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess vulnerabilities along global critical mineral value chains—from extraction to refining and magnet fabrication—identifying single points of failure, foreign monopoly risks, and choke points.
• Draft deliverables: policy briefs, landscape scans, information memos, and diplomatic talking points for senior DOS leadership and interagency stakeholders.
• Monitor geopolitics: track competitor industrial policies, FDI in mining sectors, and international export controls affecting clean energy supply chains.
• Coordinate across agencies (DOE, DOD, Commerce) and international partners to harmonize supply chain strategies.
• Review technical data and translate into clear strategic recommendations for diplomatic personnel.

Education

Bachelor's degree in International Relations, Public Policy, Mining/Geological Engineering, Materials Science, Economics, or related field

Job description

Creative Associates International is seeking a Critical Minerals Consultant to support USG proposal efforts. You will provide subject matter expertise on global critical mineral supply chains, geopolitical resource competition, and economic statecraft.

Candidates may be based in the US or overseas. The role involves analyzing market data, identifying vulnerabilities in the clean energy transition ecosystem, and drafting actionable policy frameworks to secure bilateral and multilateral mineral