Team Leader

Social Impact; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global development management consulting firm is looking for a full-time Team Leader to manage security assistance programs. The role involves acting as a key liaison, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with U.S. government protocols. Candidates must possess a Master’s degree in a relevant field and at least three years of supervisory experience. U.S. citizenship and an active Secret-level clearance are required. Join a dynamic team to make a difference in global development efforts.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field required.
• Minimum three years of supervisory experience.
• U.S. citizenship and security clearance necessary.
• Proven ability to deliver quality written and oral products.
• Experience working with U.S. Government staff.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the main Point of Contact between the COR and SI staff.
• Manage various U.S. Government security assistance programs.
• Supervise contract staff ensuring performance and compliance.
• Provide quality advisory contract tasks.
• Conduct semi-annual briefings on accomplishments.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Quality written and oral communication

Collaboration and compliance protocol

Experience with U.S. Government

Education

Master’s degree in international relations or related field

Job description

Team Leader, DOS Office of Security Assistance Support, Washington, DC

Social Impact, Inc. (SI) is a global development management consulting firm. We provide monitoring, evaluation, strategic planning, and capacity building services to advance development effectiveness. We work across all development sectors including democracy and governance, health and education, the environment, and economic growth. Since 1997 we have worked in over 100 countries for clients such as US government agencies, bilateral donors, multilateral development banks, foundations, and nonprofits.

Proposal Objective

SI is pursuing a contract to support the DOS Bureau of Political-Military Affairs' Office of Security Assistance's capacity to provide effective program management, design, monitoring and oversight of security assistance. The PM Bureau’s need to provide consistent oversight of U.S. security assistance programs is vital. In a context of scarce resources, the need to demonstrate clear alignment with U.S. Foreign policy through effective program management is paramount. The Office is composed of multiple regional teams and a dedicated Global Strategy and Oversight (team) that leads on policy, knowledge management and resource management. PM/SA staff includes Foreign Service Officers (FSOs), Civil Servants, third-party contractors, and military detailees.

Position Description

SI is seeking a full‑time Team Leader to serve as the main interlocutor between Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) and the Social Impact staff. This position will serve in both a technical and managerial role. The position will provide an extra layer of quality assurance related to staff management, performance, time/attendance, human resources and other needs as defined by the COR. This position will serve in both managerial and technical capacities.

This is a full‑time position based in Washington, DC for the duration of the contract, contingent upon contract award. The role requires U.S. citizenship and a security clearance is required.

The overall anticipated period of performance of this contract is as follows:

• Base Period: March 17, 2026 - March 17, 2027
• Option Period 1: March 17, 2027 - March 16, 2028
• Optional Option Period 2: March 17, 2028 - March 16, 2029
• Option Period 3: March 17, 2029 - March 16, 2030

While the Contract will be awarded for the Base and Option Periods, the exercise of the option periods is at the sole discretion of DOS.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the main Point of Contact between the COR and Social Impact staff.
• Manage U.S. Government security assistance programs (Foreign Military Financing, International Military Education and Training, National Security Engagement Account) to include obligation/execution, spend plan development, and interagency coordination.
• Supervise contract staff, ensuring performance, time/attendance, and human resource duties.
• Provide critical technical advisory contract tasks including advising and reviewing deliverables for quality.
• Provide semi‑annual briefings on major items accomplished.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in international relations, political science, economics, management, human resources and/or a related field.
• Dedicated team player and able to institute protocols and ensure compliance with protocols for contractor staff.
• At least three (3) years of supervisory experience managing other staff.
• Proven ability to deliver quality written and oral products.
• Experience working with U.S. Government staff.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in organizational design, development and/or operations with the federal government or private entity.

Required Security Clearance

U.S. Citizenship. Active Secret-level clearance. A Secret security clearance is required for this position; however, the individual may begin work with an interim Secret security clearance.

Come join our energetic and innovative team! We offer you the opportunity to play a leading role in the growth of our company, work as part of a creative and committed team, and make a difference in the well‑being of our world. To learn more about Social Impact, please visit our website.

SI is an EEO/AA/ADA Veterans Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. Please, no phone calls.