Strategic Initiatives Officer

Job Description

Description

The Strategic Initiatives Officer supports directorate-level process realignment and development activities. The officer assists in the development, tracking, and implementation of planning guidance and high-level roadmap strategy for the office, working closely with senior leadership to monitor strategic issues and ensure the successful integration of division-level activities. Supports the development and execution of key strategic initiatives, with a focus on international affairs, space policy, and multinational partnerships.

This role involves tracking partner requirements, processing policy-related actions, providing administrative support for governance frameworks, and mitigating risks posed by emerging commercial and foreign capabilities.

Work will be performed at the customer site in Springfield, VA.

The hiring of this position is contingent upon contract award. Anticipated award is fall of 2026.

Duties May Include:

* Assist the Director in tracking operational and strategic issues across meeting venues and ensure office leadership is kept apprised of statuses and milestones.

* Monitor and track changes in guidance from the Front Office and develop implementation guidance for the entire directorate.

* Identify, track, understand, and assess multinational-related needs and requirements to enable deepening relationships with international partners.

* Assist office and division leadership in the tracking and management of integrated division-level activities.

* Prepare final versions of guidance and policy documentation for leadership approval.

* Coordinate with leadership to ensure appropriate stakeholders are present at all decision briefs affecting the mission and functions of the directorate.

* Perform research and contribute to the preparation of analytical/technical reports and publications.

* Create and maintain databases,