What are the responsibilities and job description for the Indo-Pacific Research Analyst (USTDA) position at Ascendant Program Services, LLC?
Ascendant is recruiting qualified candidates for a full-time Research Analyst position linked to a multi-year contract that we hold with the U.S. Trade & Development Agency (USTDA). The Research Analyst will perform substantive research, analytical, program monitoring and evaluation, and administrative support functions for USTDA's portfolio activities in the Indo-Pacific Region.
This position is based in Arlington, VA and is metro accessible (Rosslyn).
Qualifications
This position is based in Arlington, VA and is metro accessible (Rosslyn).
Qualifications
- 1-3 years professional experience in a similar capacity
- Bachelor’s degree is required; a master’s degree is preferred
- Ideal candidates will have education backgrounds and interests in Public Administration, Pubic Policy, International Relations, International Development, International Trade, Economics, and other related fields of study
- Regional knowledge and experience is preferred
- Energy, Critical Minerals, Digital Infrastructure, and/or Transportation industry knowledge and/or experience is a plus
- Foreign language skills are a plus
- Excellent writing and communication skills
- Ability to conduct sophisticated research using numerous resources
- Ability to compile and analyze data and provide recommendations based upon statistical analysis
- Ability to analyze programs and processes to determine effectiveness
- Ability to operate independently to complete tasks and succeed in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency with all Microsoft Office Tools including Word, Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
- Proficiency in conducting internet research, as well as utilizing databases
- Must be detail-oriented and be able to format professional-grade documents for public dissemination
- Must have strong writing skills to draft and edit reports, briefing books, letters, and other forms of correspondence
- High degree of organization and time-management skills
- Applicants should demonstrate enthusiasm, initiative, flexibility and the ability to multitask
- Candidates must be able to obtain a Secret level security clearance with the U.S. Government.
- A public trust background check with U.S. Government must be completed prior to starting work.