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JRAD is seeking candidates for a DIA Action Officer supporting ARPA-H. This position is located in Washington, D.C. Roles/Responsibilities Provide strategic guidance and serve as a thought partner to office leadership to streamline processes, anticipate and mitigate blockers, and support goal-setting, operational planning, efficient execution, and support external messaging/communications Coordinate efforts among the team to track division-level assignments, actions, and milestones; report on OKRs and other performance metrics; advise and coordinate with the Division Director and DIA teammates to reach goals Coordinate support for senior leadership engagement in various client activities, including industry events, HHS matters, and international partner community as well as ecosystem trips and other events Track important international and US government developments and synthesize implications for office and agency efforts Work closely with other Action Officers to support the international agenda of the agency so the agency is well-organized, prepared, and informed for meetings and other engagements, including handling, responding, collaborating, and communicating with a broad range of requests from inside and outside the agency Interact with other U.S. government officials, foreign government officials, international partners, academics, private sector, and other executives in various sectors Research international health industry trends in technology, investments, and innovation, and share with the team Required Skills And Education Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Chief of Staff or Action Officer to an organizational principal or senior leader A minimum of 2 years of experience with international relations and engagements Experience engaging with senior-level executives, including SES or GS-15 equivalent Proven experience in strategic planning, optimizing operations, and solving complex problems to achieve organizational goals Demonstrated ability to conduct thorough research, analyze data and organizational priorities, and generate actionable insights to inform strategic decisions Proven skills in coordinating team efforts, tracking progress, and advising on strategies to achieve organizational goals Experience with Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree preferred Desired Experience 10 years of cumulative experience Master’s or other advanced degree with a focus on health, management, and/or international relations Strong communication skills with experience engaging a broad range of stakeholders, including U.S. and foreign government officials, international partners, and private sector executives Experience in a leadership support office (“front office”) in a government environment or ARPA organization Experience with U.S. and/or international government and/or nongovernment health organizations Ability to be well-organized, detail-oriented, and adept at multitasking and prioritizing responsibilities to meet deadlines Prior experience supporting ARPA-like programs (e.g., DARPA, IARPA, APRA-E), U.S. DoD advanced development programs, R&D, or start-up organizations Security Clearance Public Trust When you work for JRAD you will never be just a number. We put people before profits! Benefits JRAD is committed to the health and well-being of its employees. We offer more paid time off than the average company upon hire and the following benefits are available to all full-time employees: Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical & dependent day care Disability Insurance 401K Plan Tuition Reimbursement JRAD is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. The JRAD salary range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. There are many factors considered when determining the compensation provided in an offer. These factors include, but are not limited to position responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and contract terms and conditions. PLEASE NOTE: Once you apply, to ensure you continue to receive important updates on your application and status, please add JRAD to your approved email list and/or check your spam and junk mail often for updates. #J-18808-Ljbffr JRAD

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