Anti-Corruption Policy Analyst

Creative Corrections is actively recruiting exceptional candidates to be considered for an Anti-Corruption Policy Analyst position located in Washington, DC. This will be a contract role within the U.S. Department of State. The U.S. Department of State is the lead institution for the conduct of American diplomacy and the Secretary of State is the President’s principal foreign policy advisor. The Department of State’s mission is to advance U.S. national security interests, fight terrorism, protect U.S. interests abroad, and implement foreign policy initiatives that build a freer, prosperous, and secure world.

The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) keeps Americans safe at home by countering international crime, illegal drugs, and instability abroad. INL helps countries deliver justice and fairness by strengthening their police, courts, and corrections systems. These efforts reduce the amount of crime and illegal drugs reaching U.S. shores.

In December 2021, Secretary of State Blinken established the position of Coordinator on Global Anti-Corruption (CGAC) to integrate and elevate anti-corruption efforts at the Department of State. The Coordinator is administratively based in the INL Front Office (INL/FO) and represents anti-corruption equities across the Department. The Coordinator’s team plays a key role in guiding the Department’s implementation of the first-ever U.S. Strategy on Countering Corruption; engaging on anti-corruption priorities with foreign governments, civil society, academia, the private sector, Congress, and the American public; and coordinating anti- corruption lines of effort both within the Department and externally with the interagency and other stakeholders. The requirements of these responsibilities have increased dramatically due to the Biden-Harris Administration’s elevation of corruption as a national security priority under National Security Study Memorandum-1 (NSSM-1).

This position is contingent upon award of contract for BPA Call.

POSITION OVERVIEW

TITLE: Anti-Corruption Policy Analyst

LOCATION: Washington, DC.

SECURITY CLEARANCE: A Secret security clearance is required for this position. The contractor may begin work with an interim Secret security clearance.

CLOSING DATE: July 9, 2024

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Anti-Corruption Management Analyst (referred to as Analyst for the remainder of the document) will serve in a several person unit, reporting to the Team Lead or his/her designee. The Analyst will support the design and implementation of anti-corruption policy, doctrine, and other lines of engagement the Department. The Analyst will support the Coordinator’s participation in internal anti-corruption policy processes and coordination mechanisms by gathering information, engaging with counterparts from the Department, the Interagency, and wider stakeholders. In addition, the Analyst will support the Coordinator’s external engagements, including assisting in the preparation of remarks and other materials for public engagements. The Analyst will also support efforts to expand Department messaging on anti-corruption, including through supporting the work of the team in developing new partnerships with civil society and the private sector. The Analyst will also support the team’s efforts to expand anti-corruption expertise and training within the Department, including assisting in developing new anti-corruption knowledge products, in coordination with INL’s Office of Knowledge Management and other relevant stakeholders. Finally, the Analyst would support the team’s efforts to expand the Department and INL strategic and over-the-horizon analysis of corruption and anti-corruption countermeasures, to include research and analysis on new legislative initiatives and responses to Congressional requirements.

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

The period of performance for this order will be one (01) year from the date of award with the option to exercise four (04) one-year option periods, subject to performance, need, and funding.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Support the Coordinator’s efforts to advance wide ranging anti-corruption initiatives with the aim of elevating the fight against corruption as a key element of U.S. foreign policy.

Guide the Coordinator’s participation in meetings with Bureau, Department, interagency, intergovernmental, and outside organizations on issues related to anti-corruption.

Support efforts to cultivate and develop contacts with partner federal agencies, including DOJ, Treasury, Commerce.

Assist the Coordinator’s team in developing and strengthening coordination mechanisms within the Department; support the Coordinator’s outreach to interagency partners, including Treasury, USAID, Commerce, DoD, and the Intelligence Community.

Coordinate and develop effective lines of communication within INL, the Department, and with interagency counterparts engaged in advancing anti-corruption policies and programs to ensure consistent and complementary approaches.

Aid efforts to build partnerships with civil society and the private sector to identify and share information on subjects relevant to the topic of countering corruption and promote wider dissemination, including efforts to disseminate knowledge in this field across INL, the Department, and with wider stakeholders.

Analyze corruption qualitative and quantitative data to inform internal and public reporting on corruption trends around the world.

Advise on the development and implementation of corruption reporting methodologies, including supporting consultations with internal and external stakeholders.

Support the Coordinator’s engagement with the U.S. Congress on anti-corruption issues, including by assisting on development of testimony, briefings, and feedback on legislative proposals and reporting requirements. Support the Coordinator’s responses to other oversight requests.

Support the development of strategic and over-the-horizon analysis of corruption and corruption countermeasures, including analysis of new legislative initiatives.

Assist efforts to expand anti-corruption expertise and training within the Department, in coordination with INL’s Office of Knowledge Management and other relevant stakeholders.

Provide input, analysis, and expert advisory support on anti-corruption-focused foreign assistance projects.

Support the team’s efforts to expand Department public-facing messaging on anti- corruption as a core public diplomacy priority, including contributing to the development of press materials such as press releases, speeches, and social media posts.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must be a U.S. Citizen or legal U.S. resident.

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.

A Master’s or equivalent postgraduate degree from an accredited institution in a field related to the primary duties of this position, including but not limited to Law, International Affairs, Political Science, or Public Administration.

Six to ten years’ experience in relevant field.

Demonstrated knowledge of Federal regulations in regard to area of specific need.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Demonstrated experience facilitating organizational change.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Demonstrated previous experience in government, civil society, think tanks, or the private sector working on anti-corruption-related policy or regulatory issues, or on advancing programmatic initiatives related to anti-corruption.

Demonstrated experience leading or substantively contributing to anti-corruption-related advocacy campaigns, regional foreign policy efforts, government initiatives, academic or policy-oriented research projects; advising private sector entities on issues related to anti- corruption; or advising on the development of U.S. foreign policy in a particular country or region on issues such as countering corruption and promoting transparency.

Demonstrated ability to work seamlessly with team members, advocate effectively within and outside the organization to achieve objectives and maintain strong working relationships with a variety of stakeholders.

Demonstrated superior writing, communication and interpersonal skills.

LEVEL OF EFFORT

Hours for the position will be the core hours of the Department of State: Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week, 8 hours per day.

TELEWORK

This is a hybrid position that allows for a combination of in-office presence and regular telework. The incumbent’s actual in-office and telework schedule will be determined by the COR and CO, based on INL policy, and is subject to change.

POSITION LOCATION

The physical work location is HST Main State Building, 2201 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20520

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT

A Secret security clearance is required for this position. The contractor may begin work with an interim Secret security clearance.

This position is contingent upon award of contract for BPA Call.

ABOUT CREATIVE CORRECTIONS

At Creative Corrections, we strive to create a culture where we are able to attract and retain highly talented and qualified individuals. These relationships are built on trust, respect, and an assurance each person feels valued. We offer a strategic Total Compensation Package for qualified employees. In the end, we recognize that our employees are the heart and soul of the Company and provide the services our customers rely upon.

In addition, we are honored to be a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and are equally proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, committed to creating a diversified workplace where everyone feels valued and respected because of their differences.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status or characteristics.