Senior Program Officer

Senior Program Officer

***This position requires an active TS/Sensitive Compartmental Information (SCI) clearance to be considered. ***

CN3S, a dynamic and forward-thinking organization, is currently seeking a highly qualified Senior Program Officer to join our team. As a contracted employee, you will be assigned to support the Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy (CDP), specifically within the Strategic Planning and Communications (SPC) Unit, contributing to the success of the Digital Connectivity and Cybersecurity Partnership (DCCP).

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Senior Program Officer:

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Senior Program Officer Responsibilities Include: 

• Manage the day-to-day program activities of DCCP funded programs implemented by DCCP and those implemented through Bureau and interagency partners. 
• Provide administrative and analytical support to CDP Regional Coordinators and the Grants Officer Representative (GOR) and Contracting Officer Representative (COR) in the implementation of the DCCP funded programs. 
• Coordinate and assist in developing and implementing all related DCCP program processes.
• Assist CDP Regional Coordinators, Department Bureaus and Post Officers in developing regional and country ICT and cyber policy operational plans. 
• Attend regional trainings and conferences as appropriate for program oversight.
• Engage and coordinate with State counterparts (regional and functional bureaus, RTOs etc.) and interagency partners to design and leverage program activities. 
• Coordinate and leverage CDP/DCCP to advance legislative and Administration initiatives and such as Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGII), Countering PRC Influence Fund (CPIF), and recently passed CHIPS Act.
• Analyze reports from a wide variety of sources, with a particular focus on advisories such as the PRC and Russia, to obtain understanding of current situations and implications for U.S. interests to inform future DCCP programming and monitoring efforts. 
• Support the review and development of a performance management plan and monitoring and evaluation plan. Systematically review the comprehensive DCCP program portfolio reporting to ensure deliverables are on schedule, conduct quality assurance and data analysis.      This includes tracking program data and monitoring for results.
• Draft situational program reports using qualitative and quantitative data and utilize data visualization techniques to communicate impact.
• Monitors developments and trends of ICT, cyber and critical and emerging technology regional activities to facilitate efforts and achieve U.S. foreign policy objectives.
• Research and map ICT, critical and emerging technology regional activities.
• Prepare and present DCCP information in writing and/or orally; clears products with relevant Department leadership, Congress and other organizations. 
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Senior Program Officer Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested: 

• Bachelors degree in a related field is required; master's degree is preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred but not required.
• Experience in international (multi-donor) cooperation, building relationships with the interagency and like-minded partners. 
• Experience with strategic and operational plans, developing and implementing strategic communications. 
• Experience with program design and implementation of foreign assistance and working with USG implementing partners such as the US Agency for International Development (USAID), US Department of State and/or United Nations is required. 
• Prior experience performing in leadership roles managing multi-million-dollar programming, program evaluation, managing and mentoring staff, negotiating with foreign governments and demonstrated experience in organizational management, systems and business processes. 
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation 3S (CN3S) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CN3S, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

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Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Cherokee Federal is a division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, the economic engine of Cherokee Nation, the largest Native American tribe in the U.S. As a trusted partner, the Cherokee Federal team of companies manages nearly 2,000 projects of all sizes across the construction, engineering and manufacturing and mission solutions portfolios - ranging from advanced data analytics and telehealth to cybersecurity, cloud and logistics.

Since 2012, our team of companies has won $6 billion in government contracts and completed more than 5,300 federal missions. Our 3,600+ employees work in 20+ countries, 50 states and 2 U.S. territories.

Why Cherokee Federal? Visit Cherokee-Federal.com to learn why you should join our team! 

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Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, union affiliation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We conform to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations governing all aspects of the relationship between the Company and its employees, including, but not limited to, recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, training, working conditions, wages and salary administration, employee benefits, and application of policies. The policies and principles of EEO also apply to the selection and treatment of independent contractors, personnel working on our premises who are employed by temporary agencies and any other persons or firms doing business for or with the Company.

Join the team who values your skills and expertise. Cherokee Nation 3S (CN3S) provides support, services and solutions to federal and commercial customers. CN3S takes a personalized approach to solving clients' toughest challenges, helping you make the most of your skills. This approach gives customers the support they deserve and the quality they expect from a team that can handle every detail - a team of experts, like you.

Cherokee Nation 3S is part of Cherokee Federal - a team of tribally owned federal contracting companies focused on building solutions, solving complex challenges, and serving the nation's mission around the globe for more than 60 federal clients. For more information, visit cherokee-federal.com.