Regional Affairs Strategist – Middle East (TS/SCI)

The Garrett Group; Bellevue Second IV Precinct (NE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K with company match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Short-term disability

Life Insurance

Job summary

The GARRETT GROUP seeks a Regional Affairs Analyst with strong interagency and CCMD experience, specializing in Middle East regional dynamics. The role involves supporting international policy development, coordination, and analysis in complex strategic environments.

Overseas experience and a bachelor’s degree in international affairs or economics are preferred, with a track record of developing briefings, reports, and policy recommendations for senior leaders across interagency teams.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of interagency and/or CCMD desk officer experience in international affairs.
• Overseas experience required.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in international affairs, economics, or an equivalent field.
• Minimum of 3 years of direct experience working on Middle East affairs.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert analysis and assessments on Middle East regional issues, security trends, and geopolitical developments.
• Support interagency and CCMD coordination related to international affairs and regional planning.
• Develop briefings, reports, and policy recommendations for senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Assist in planning and execution of overseas engagements, partner-nation interactions, and multinational initiatives.
• Conduct research and contribute to long-term regional strategy development.
• Maintain awareness of emerging trends and provide timely updates to relevant teams.

Skills

Interagency coordination

CCMD desk officer experience

Geopolitical analysis

Policy development

Written briefing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in international affairs, economics, or an equivalent field

Job description

The GARRETT GROUP seeks a Regional Affairs Analyst with strong interagency and CCMD experience, specializing in Middle East regional dynamics. The role involves supporting international policy development, coordination, and analysis in complex strategic environments.

Overseas experience and a bachelor’s degree in international affairs or economics are preferred, with a track record of developing briefings, reports, and policy recommendations for senior leaders across interagency teams.