Environment Climate and Resilience (ECR) Senior Analyst
The Cadmus Group, Inc.
2024-11-05 09:44:34
Arlington, Virginia, United States
Job type: fulltime
Job industry: Administration
Job description
Overview:
What You'll Be Doing
Cadmus' International Development Division is actively seeking a Senior Analyst for its Environment Climate and Resilience (ECR) team. Qualified candidates will demonstrate the ability to succeed in a dynamic environment, deliver in in a multifaceted role with competing responsibilities and demonstrate relevant international development experience. The Senior Analyst will play a crucial part in advancing our project portfolio while providing technical expertise and supporting business development initiatives. The estimated allocation of the Senior Analyst's duties and responsibilities are outlined below.
Who We Are
At Cadmus, we recognize that solving the world's most challenging problems can't be accomplished alone or with cookie-cutter solutions. That's why we look for team players and problem solvers who are driven to use their unique perspectives and intellectual curiosity to help deliver breakthrough solutions that achieve transformative goals. On the Cadmus team, you'll collaborate with leading experts to help our clients across the globe.
Cadmus' mission is to deploy industry-leading expertise to help our clients achieve extraordinary results that strengthen society and the natural world. We offer competitive compensation, outstanding health care and retirement benefits, a vibrant and collaborative work environment, and opportunities for professional growth. We are committed to advancing diversity, fostering a culture of equity in the workplace and society, and maintaining an accessible and inclusive environment where all employees feel connected, respected, and valued.
Join Cadmus. Let's solve the world's most challenging problems together.
Responsibilities:
Project Delivery & Operations (50%):
Support project administration, recruitment and staffing, financial management, and other tasks as assigned to ensure the smooth operation of projects
Serve as administrative point of contact and general management resource for subcontractors, vendors, independent consultants, and/or local employees, including for invoice review, approval, and processing
Support smooth project operations, including those related to project budget, staffing, work schedule, subcontractors, and deliverables
Support activity/project Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) Plans, including MEL data collection, management, and reporting
Undertake tracking of activities/projects to ensure compliance with contract requirements, as well as host country regulations
Support project-related marketing and communications
Track work-plan progress and support project team coordination to ensure work-plan execution
Coordinate with internal leverage/back-of-office teams (Finance, Recruitment, HR, Accounting, etc.) to ensure execution of project operations and tasks
Manage travel, logistics and relocation for field-based staff in compliance with USAID regulations and Cadmus policies
Tailor contract templates for consultants, subcontractors, and clients
Contribute to start-up and close-down of field offices as needed to ensure successful starts to activities
Other tasks as required by direct supervisor and other project teams
Ability to travel internationally to support activities as needed
Technical (25%):
Lead or support client technical work in areas related to energy, climate, environment, water and other relevant ECR areas of focus; this includes, but not limited to, conducting research and performing analysis in project specific areas, drafting reports and supporting overall deliverable preparation
Support assessment or assignment teams in the field, within area of specialty - e.g., experience analyzing, assessing, and recommending optimal policy and regulatory frameworks to achieve energy priorities and objectives
Support training delivery and capacity building initiatives on relevant ECR topic areas
Copy-edit project deliverables and reports
Coordinate technical inputs among multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural team(s) of long-term technical and on-call experts, providing technical leadership and management of staff and resource allocation for assigned tasks under a project or program
Business Development (25%):
Support business development efforts, including recruitment, drafting CVs, developing past performance summaries, drafting portions of proposals, providing logistical support for field trips to beneficiary countries to gather background information and technical content, and support the overall development of proposals
Lead research initiatives in support of proposals and overall growth strategy
Participate in the development of opportunity pipelines, strategic planning, and other corporate growth initiatives
Ensure alignment and compliance with donor-funded proposal requirements
Support Cadmus' participation at conferences, forums, and events to promote our work, build networks, and identify potential partnerships and funding sources
Qualifications:
Required:
Bachelor's Degree in International Development/Affairs/Business, Environmental Science, Public Policy, or other related field and 5 years of relevant experience OR Master's Degree in a relevant field and 3 years of relevant experience
Interest and ability to work in a team environment, multitask and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Strong interpersonal and intercultural skills (you will interact with employees, consultants, partners, clients, subcontractors, and vendors, mostly not from the US)
Strong research and technical writing skills.
Strong analytical and computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel (spreadsheet and financial tracking).
Strong attention to detail.
Preferred:
International Development experience and with U.S. Government funded projects
Experience in relevant ECR topic areas, including energy, climate, environment, water, urban resiliency, etc.
Strong language skills in Spanish, French, or Arabic (other languages widely spoken in the developing world may be considered in place of these languages)
Additional Information:
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States as a U.S Perm Resident or U.S. Citizen.
Based on eligibility and job status, Cadmus offers an excellent benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, company paid disability and life insurance, 401(k) program, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, voluntary time off (VTO), tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance program, other optional benefits and various bonus programs.
The minimum starting salary for this position is $70,000. The actual salary may be higher and will be determined by several factors, including relevant work experience, education, skills, and market competitiveness.
We value the critical role safety and health protocols contribute to everyone's success at Cadmus and work together to align and comply with all federal, state, and local safety and health mandates related to COVID to ensure a safe and valuable work environment.
Cadmus is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination. Cadmus is committed to providing a respectful workplace where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation (including gender identity and/or expression), national origin, military and veteran status, physical and mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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