Research Analyst

Note: This job announcement is for planning purposes. Position is still pending contract award.

Research Analyst Arlington, VA

Background:

Kent, Campa and Kate Incorporated (KCK) is a federal contracting company that provides professional services to Government Agencies. We are currently seeking candidates for a Research Analyst position in Arlington, VA at the Foreign Service Institute (FSI).

Position Description:

The Research Analyst position is interdisciplinary and requires the application of expert-level professional knowledge of and experience in the practice of diplomacy. The position serves as a research analyst responsible for conducting research and interviews, analyzing diplomatic practice, and developing and writing case studies and Policy Implementation Reviews.

Requirements:

• Minimum Experience: Five (5) years in a U.S. embassy in a political, economic, public diplomacy, or equivalent position.
• Minimum Education: Professional education and experience in any or a combination of the following disciplines: Foreign Affairs; International Relations; History; Anthropology; or Liberal Arts. An advanced degree and foreign language skills are preferred.
• Active DOD Secret Security Clearance
• Familiarity with diplomatic tradecraft and its use.
• Possess strong analytical and writing skills, and be willing to write to order.
• Familiarity with academic research standards.
• Advanced knowledge of the mission and functions of the Department of State, as well as other foreign affairs agencies.
• Familiarity with and the ability to use computer and related technologies (Microsoft Office suite) and excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Commitment to a collective and collaborative work environment, able to operate both as a member of a small team but also with wide latitude and independence.

Working Duties (including, but not limited to):

• Identify potential case studies for research.
• Respond to requests to research case studies identified by Department stakeholders, as directed by CSCD leadership.
• Research case studies using a combination of relevant academic studies, off-the-record interviews, published and unpublished memoirs, Association for Diplomatic Studies and Training oral history interviews, press releases, public statements, speeches, background briefings, Mission Activities Tracker (MAT) data, Cable Archive Retrieval System (CARS) and State Messaging and Archive Retrieval Toolset (SMART) reviews, as well as other relevant data in order to generate a detailed, soundly sourced, ~150-page (per case study) "Master Draft" chronology of events and actions.
• Draft analytical case studies focusing on the tradecraft of diplomacy and conforming to existing guidelines. Expected rate of production would be a minimum of 6-10 case studies (= 2-3 Policy Implementation Reviews) annually.
• Maintain diplomatic expertise by staying informed of current diplomatic efforts and Department of State goals.
• Continuously research to enhance the usefulness and pertinence of CSCD's case studies.
• Continuously develop and maintain professional contacts who will be resources for the Center.
• Maintain and develop professional contacts with other government agencies as required.

Application Notes:

• Please provide a resume to include the duties and responsibilities performed for each previously held position.
• Please provide three (3) professional references on your resume.
• Applicant must possess U.S. Citizenship.

Kent, Campa and Kate Incorporated (KCK) is an equal opportunity employer. KCK does not discriminate against employees and applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, and local law.

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