Program Manager

This position requires an active Secret clearance or the ability to obtain a   Secret clearance to be considered. 

The Digital Connectivity and Cybersecurity Partnership (DCCP) is a global, interagency initiative led by CDP and the U.S. Department of State to promote an open, interoperable, secure, and reliable internet. DCCP provides foreign assistance to partner nations to promote investments in secure, diverse, and resilient information and communication technologies (ICT) infrastructure; support the adoption of inclusive, rights-respecting, multi-stakeholder models of internet governance; grow global markets for trusted ICT goods and services; and enhance cybersecurity. CDP foreign assistance programming follows these core tenets of DCCP. 

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Program Manager: Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided.  Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Program Manager Responsibilities Include: 

• Deepen relationships with existing U.S. allies and partners, forge new partnerships, and engage with a range of countries to advance a common vision for the Internet and digital technologies. 

• Leverage key multilateral fora to build relationships, advance U.S. policy priorities, and guard against positions that are counter to U.S. approaches to the Internet and digital technologies.

• Identify, enhance, cultivate, and develop strategic engagements across the private sector and multistakeholder communities.

• Increase secure and open digital connectivity and access to the Internet.

• Implement public messaging and public diplomacy programs to expand key audiences’ understanding and support of U.S. cyber and digital policies. 

• Integrate cyberspace and digital policy knowledge, skills, and strategies throughout the Department of State.

• Elevate the State Department’s role within the Interagency to develop and implement U.S. cyberspace and digital foreign policy, assistance, and messaging.  

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Program Manager Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

•   Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution (or equivalent) and 2 years of experience with government management policies and procedures, government accounting and reporting, contracting and procurement, and restrictions on programming stemming from Congressional provisions (or equivalent).  
• Three (3) years of experience in the development and implementation of foreign assistance capacity-building programs, multi-tasking complex projects and processes, requiring interpersonal and customer service, writing, analytic, problem-solving, and computer skills experience (or equivalent).  
• Ability to support in the design of program goals, objectives, outputs, and performance measurement systems, including results frameworks, providing inputs into monitoring and evaluation planning and reporting. 
• Ability to support implementation of multilateral diplomacy development- and policy-focused programs. 
• Ability to coordinate with interagency partners and manage complex systems. 
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with a diverse range of stakeholders including but not limited to other Department Bureaus, other U.S. agencies, Embassies, USAID Missions in the region, Congress, and other partners. 
• Ability to work with EAP and SCA colleagues to design and update social and traditional media messaging in support of the Department’s Indo-Pacific Strategy. 
• Secret clearance is required 
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:

Cherokee Federal Solutions (CFS) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CFS, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

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Please Note:  This position is pending a contract award.  If you are interested in a future with Cherokee Federal, APPLY TODAY!  Although this is not an approved position, we are accepting applications for this future and anticipated need.