Research Analyst II

Role Overview

• Analyze and synthesize complex information, producing clear and persuasive materials for the Client leadership, delivering high-quality research, writing, and briefings.
• Support the MNL Fair Labor Team in tracking initiatives and policy developments related to free markets and fair labor.
• Raise awareness about these issues through engagement with other Department offices, embassies abroad, the interagency, civil society, and the Hill.
• Advise on opportunities to expand the use of these policies and adopt/institute innovative practices.
• Monitor political, economic, security and other developments when assigned geographic areas of responsibility.
• Conduct outreach and liaison work with relevant geographic bureaus and client regional desks.
• Conduct in-depth research and analysis on international labor rights trends in assigned portfolio and geographic areas.
• Assist in developing policy recommendations that support the integration of labor rights into U.S. diplomatic and economic initiatives.
• Collaborate with international organizations, civil society, and foreign governments to promote best practices and strengthen labor rights protections.
• Prepare briefings, reports, and presentations for senior Department leadership, interagency partners, and external stakeholders.
• Monitor and assess the impact of foreign labor policies on U.S. interests, identifying opportunities to advance fair labor standards abroad.
• Serve as an editor for the labor sections of annual human rights reports, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and comprehensive coverage of labor rights issues in assigned countries or regions.

Requirements

• Secret Clerance is required.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and articulate manner.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high-level attention to detail.
• Proven ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast past environment with changing priorities; adaptable to change and a quick learner.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work well independently as well as on a multi-functional team.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
• Proficient in MS Office, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
• Voluntary Life and AD&D options
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
• Paid Time Off