Program Advisor II

Nakupuna Solutions; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Nakupuna Solutions in Washington, DC is seeking a Program Advisor II to support a Department of State client. The role focuses on monitoring, evaluation, and strategic advisory services to improve program effectiveness.

The candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree with 2–5 years of experience (or a master’s with 2–3 years), and must be able to work across agencies while providing actionable recommendations. A Top Secret clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Experience with quantitative and qualitative techniques for analyzing and evaluating complex mission-oriented programs.
• Knowledge of developing project and program plans, goals, objectives, and milestones involving complex programs.
• Experience assessing project progress, conducting briefings, and preparing comprehensive reports with solutions and recommendations for top-level managers and executives.
• Knowledge of the theories and principles of political science, international relations, security policy, economics, history, geography, or related disciplines in U.S. foreign policy analysis.
• Experience with geographic or functional specialty areas to advise on policy implications of issues/programs.
• Knowledge of current U.S. foreign policy objectives and programs and how they affect foreign assistance efforts.
• Knowledge of U.S. foreign affairs information sources, processes, and organizations to support department needs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct monitoring and evaluation of assigned projects; prepare documentation for quarterly and annual program reviews; conduct monitoring visits; identify challenges andRecommend actions.
• Represent the office's interests with assigned projects and assist leadership with project planning, implementation, and execution.
• Participate in cross-bureau, inter-Departmental, and interagency meetings to align programs with Department priorities.
• Research and analyze program requirements and advise on programs using quantitative and qualitative assessment methods to improve effectiveness.
• Assist Contracts/Grants Officer with contracts, grants, IAA, NOFOs; draft NOFOs and support reviews and closeouts.
• Report on the status of programs and provide examples of impact on bureau objectives.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Qualitative analysis

Policy analysis

Briefings & reports

Team collaboration

Advisory services

Stakeholder liaison

Geographic/functional specialty

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Program Advisor II

Job ID: 2026-6781

Type: Full-Time Salaried

Company: Nakupuna Solutions

Job Locations: US-D.C.-Washington

Overview: Nakupuna Solutions is looking for a Program Advisor II to support a Department of State client.

Responsibilities

The following reflects management's definition of essential functions for this job, but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign additional duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

• Conduct monitoring and evaluation of assigned projects. Prepare documentation for quarterly and annual program reviews, conduct monitoring visits, identify program challenges and make recommendations on corrective actions.
• Represent the office's interests with assigned projects and assist leadership with all aspects of project planning, implementation, and execution.
• Participate in cross-bureau, inter-Departmental, and interagency meetings, to ensure office programs are in alignment with Department and governmental priorities.
• Research and analyze program requirements and provide advice on programs using quantitative and qualitative assessment methods to improve program effectiveness management processes.
• Assist bureau-designated Contracts/Grants Officer for contracts, grants, and interagency agreements on behalf of the office, for an assigned country or geographic portfolio. Research available procurement vehicles for program execution, draft NOFOs and provide to GOR for review, conduct reviews of grant applications, and support grants and IAA closeouts.
• Report on the status of programs, to include examples of where office-funded programs result in supporting bureau objectives and goals in said country or region.

Qualifications

• Experience with the use of quantitative and qualitative techniques for analyzing and evaluating complex mission-oriented programs and projects for an organization.
• Knowledge of developing project and program plans, goals, objectives, and milestones involving complex programs, systems, or issues of critical importance to an entire organization.
• Experience assessing project progress, conducting briefings, and preparing comprehensive reports with solutions and recommendations for top-level managers and executives.
• Knowledge and experience with the theories and principles of political science, international relations, security policy, economics, history, geography, or other related disciplines applied in analyzing and evaluating factors and conditions involved in the development and implementation of U.S. foreign policy and/or foreign assistance specific to one or more countries.
• Experience with one or more geographic or functional specialty areas to provide expert advice and guidance with regard to the policy implications of issues/programs and developments in an assigned specialty area.
• Knowledge of current U.S. foreign policy objectives and programs to assess the relevancy and implications of global social, political, economic, geographic, and military issues, developments, and events affecting the formulation and execution of U.S. foreign policy and foreign assistance.
• Knowledge of U.S. foreign affairs information sources, processes, and organizations in order to apply the full range of available information resources and capabilities in supporting the needs of the Department.
• Knowledge of Department goals, objectives, programs, and relationships to provide expert analytical and advisory services that are responsive to the specialized needs of the organizations supported.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Ability to provide advice, guidance, and consultation to officials with regard to the interpretation and application of analyses.
• Ability to establish liaison at all levels throughout the foreign policy and intelligence communities to exchange information vital to both spheres of operation.

Location

Harry S. Truman building, Washington D.C.

Education and Experience

This position requires a bachelor's degree and two-to-five years of work experience in areas related to the job duties or a master's degree and two-to-three years of related work experience.

Clearance Requirements

This position requires an active Top Secret security clearance. Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Physical Requirements

The ideal candidate must at a minimum be able to meet the following physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Ability to perform repetitive motions with the hands, wrists, and fingers.
• Ability to engage in and follow audible communications in emergency situations.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer.

Compensation

Nakupuna Companies use a market-based compensation strategy to ensure that our employees are compensated within applicable market ranges commensurate with multiple factors, including but not limited to the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, and position location. The projected compensation range for this position is $125,000 to $140,000 annual salary range for this position and is just one component of Nakupuna Companies' total compensation package for employees.