Ascendant Program Services, LLC Hiring for Congressional & Public Affairs Analyst at Arlington, VA Full Time

Ascendant is recruiting qualified candidates for a full-time Congressional & Public Affairs Analyst position linked to our work with the U.S. Trade & Development Agency (USTDA). The Analyst will perform substantive research, analytical, and administrative support functions for USTDA’s Office of Congressional and Public Affairs.

This position is based in Arlington, VA and is metro accessible (Rosslyn). Remote telework flexibility is offered in the current environment (min 2 days per week in office / up to 3 days telework).

Qualifications

• 1-3 years professional experience in public outreach, congressional affairs, and communications
• Bachelor’s degree is required; a master’s degree is preferred
• Ideal candidates will have education backgrounds and interests in International Relations, International Development, International Trade, Economics, Technology, and other related fields of study
• Clean energy, digital infrastructure, and/or transportation sector knowledge and/or experience is a plus
• Foreign language skills are a plus
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Ability to conduct sophisticated research using numerous resources
• Ability to compile and analyze data and provide recommendations based upon statistical analysis
• Ability to analyze programs and processes to determine effectiveness
• Ability to operate independently to complete tasks and succeed in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with all Microsoft Office Tools including Word, Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
• Proficiency in conducting internet research, as well as utilizing databases
• Must be detail-oriented and be able to format professional-grade documents for public dissemination
• Must have strong writing skills to draft and edit reports, briefing books, letters, and other forms of correspondence
• High degree of organization and time-management skills
• Applicants should demonstrate enthusiasm, initiative, flexibility and the ability to multitask
• Candidates must be able to obtain a Secret level security clearance with the U.S. Government. A public trust background check with U.S. Government must be completed prior to starting work