Management and Program Analyst

The position is in the Talent Management staff team (TM), Office of Policy, Planning and Resources (R/PPR), Office of the Under Secretary for Public Affairs and Public Diplomacy , Department of State (DoS). The incumbent serves as Management Analyst and as an integral member of the TM team and as a liaison with the front office team and an authority in the daily management of office operations Applies organizational and management analysis concepts, principles and techniques in the planning, policy development, technical direction, staff oversight, execution and evaluation of various projects, programs and initiatives. Develops policy and procedures, and program evaluation and oversees the implementation of assigned productivity improvement areas. Serves as a principal advisor and authority to the TM Team Lead and other high - level office staff with responsibility for policies and procedural issues. Reviews, analyzes, and interprets legislation, policies and objectives from the highest authorities into guidance for development of program operations. Conducts specialized studies and projects as assigned and coordinates liaison activities between the office and counterparts in other offices, Bureau and agencies.