Senior Strategy Advisor

Nakupuna Companies; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 165,500 - 183,500; Full time

Job summary

Nakupuna Solutions in Washington, DC seeks a Senior Strategy Advisor for the Office of Health Programs (OHP). You will lead strategic initiatives, develop engagement strategies, and coordinate external communication for the innovation fund.

The role requires a Master’s degree or higher and at least 8 years in strategic planning and program management, with secret clearance. You will prepare reports, briefs, and materials for leadership, monitor progress, and collaborate across government and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Public Health, International Development, Business Administration, Communications, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and program management, including experience with innovation funds or similar mechanisms.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate strategic initiatives with internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and implement engagement strategies to foster collaboration and partnership.
• Support strategic external communication for the innovation fund, including messaging and outreach.
• Provide technical coordination and planning for innovation fund activities and investments.
• Prepare reports, briefings, and communication materials for stakeholders and leadership.
• Monitor progress of strategic initiatives and recommend improvements.

Skills

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Innovation fund management

Technical coordination

Communication and facilitation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Master’s degree or higher in Public Health, International Development, Business Administration, Communications, or related field

Job description

Nakupuna Solutions seeks a Senior Strategy Advisor for the Office of Health Programs (OHP). The Office of Health Programs (OHP) serves as the Bureau of Global Health Security and Diplomacy’s (GHSD) central office for health program implementation and oversight. OHP protects Americans and enhances U.S. security and prosperity by providing technical leadership and award management for lifesaving global health programs. OHP advances international efforts to combat HIV, malaria, tuberculosis, malnutrition, and maternal and child health challenges that threaten global stability and U.S. interests. OHP ensures that U.S. investments in global health achieve measurable results.

OHP staff collaborate with foreign governments, organizations, industry, and non-governmental actors to strengthen health systems, improve access to essential services, and reduce morbidity and mortality among children, mothers, and families. The Office develops, implements, and coordinates health program policies and initiatives that promote well-governed country health systems capable of responding to the needs of their people and acting responsibly within the international system. OHP also leads efforts to coordinate health programming with other global donors, support the scale-up of evidence-based best practices, and build self-sufficient health systems abroad. Through this work, OHP saves lives, fosters global health security, and advances U.S. national, economic, and health interests.

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 mission requirements and reasonable accommodation.

• Lead and coordinate strategic initiatives with internal and external stakeholders
• Develop and implement engagement strategies to foster collaboration and partnership
• Support strategic external communication for the innovation fund, including messaging, outreach, and visibility
• Provide technical coordination and planning for innovation fund activities and investments
• Prepare reports, briefings, and communication materials for stakeholders and leadership
• Monitor progress of strategic initiatives and recommend improvements

Skills/Qualifications

• Expertise in strategic planning and stakeholder engagement
• Experience with innovation fund management and technical coordination
• Strong communication, facilitation, and partnership-building skills
• Ability to develop and implement external communication strategies
• Experience in project management and cross-functional collaboration
• Analytical skills for planning and evaluating strategic initiatives

Education and Experience

• Master’s degree or higher in Public Health, International Development, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field
• Minimum 8 years of experience in strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and program management, including experience with innovation funds or similar mechanisms

Deliverables

• Strategic initiative and engagement plans
• External communication strategies and materials for the innovation fund
• Technical coordination and planning documents
• Stakeholder engagement and partnership summaries
• Progress reports and a final summary report detailing achievements, challenges, and recommendations

Location

Washington, DC

Clearance

Secret clearance required. 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

• 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.
• Ability to walk for extended periods throughout the work day including moving between buildings and covering long distances by foot.

The 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 $165,500 - $183,500. The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Nakupuna Companies' total compensation package for employees.