Ocean Policy Analyst

Company: NANA Regional Corporation
Location: Washington
Posted on: November 13, 2024

Job Description:

Ocean Policy Analyst in Washington, District Of ColumbiaTuvli, an Akima company, is hiring for an Ocean Policy Analyst to support our DoS client located in Washington, DC. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!Responsibilities

• Reviews technical information related to ocean science and climate and provides appropriate advice to leadership on positions the U.S. should take.
• Monitors international efforts related to climate mitigation strategies that have a coastal and ocean component, such as marine protected areas, coastal resilience, and blue carbon sinks.
• Supports OPA's monitoring of and participation in international efforts to monitor and address changes in coastal and ocean environments caused by a changing climate, including but not limited to ocean acidification and sea level rise.
• Participates in inter- and intra-agency meetings to represent OES/OPA interests in discussions related to climate change and oceans, including adaptation and resilience.
• Maintains awareness of ongoing international discussions, meetings, and negotiations related to the ocean/climate interface.
• Provides routine and regular updates to OES/OPA and OES/O leadership on issues related to ocean and climate.Qualifications
• Background in international politics/foreign policy, research & evaluation, social science, or other related fields.
• Ability to solve problems and encourage consistent, solid performance.
• Proficiency in qualitative and quantitative research methods.
• Strong English language (written and spoken) communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, coordinate activities in multiple locations, act decisively in daily work, and work well in a multi-cultural team environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal, and computer skills.
• Ability to work independently to assess priorities and manage daily coordination of details with minimal supervision.
• Strong writing and oral communication skills, including strong interpersonal skills needed to maintain effective liaison with other State Department offices and other U.S. Government agencies.
• Capable of managing multiple projects and tasks simultaneously with competing priorities; able to produce results with tight deadlines in a high volume, fast-paced work environment.
• Strong ability to work in a flexible, team-oriented environment.
• Preferred background in ocean science, climate science or policy, and/or international relations.
• Department of State experience is preferred, not required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), the use of standard office equipment, and the ability to learn and work with other software and database applications.Pay Range88,000 - 93,000Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.Job ID2024-13604Work TypeOn-SiteCompany DescriptionWork Where it MattersTuvli, an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.At Tuvli, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 I--upiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.For our shareholders, Tuvli provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.For our government customers, Tuvli ensures that solutions are strictly aligned with agency processes and desired program outcomes while delivering the best value for technology investments.As a Tuvli employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).
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