Strategic Initiatives Officer at Organizational Development Resource Group

Arlington, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Planning, Policy Implementation, Process Optimization, Multinational Engagement, Risk Identification, Performance Measurement, Executive Briefing, Stakeholder Collaboration, Complex Analysis, Governance Frameworks, Project Tracking, Team Facilitation, Mentorship, TS/SCI Clearance, Continuous Improvement

Industry

Business Consulting and Services

Description

Description Overview: To secure an award, we are recruiting a highly experienced Strategic Initiatives Officer with an active TS/SCI Clearance to drive the development and execution of the organization’s critical strategic initiatives. This role supports senior leadership by aligning enterprise-wide strategies, guiding complex processes, and ensuring the successful integration of projects across the agency and with key external partners. Officers at all levels contribute to strategic planning, process optimization, multinational engagement, and policy implementation, with responsibilities scaled to experience and seniority. The significance of the work: This role is essential to ensuring that organizational strategies translate into measurable operational outcomes. Strategic Initiatives Officers anticipate challenges, identify opportunities, and implement solutions that enhance enterprise performance. They provide critical guidance to leadership, synchronize complex activities across divisions and external partners, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. By supporting international engagements, policy analysis, and strategic planning, this position directly impacts mission success, organizational efficiency, and the achievement of long-term goals. The Work Location: DMV area What You’ll Do: Approach work with a strategic, detail-oriented, and mission-focused mindset. Collaborate with government stakeholders, cross-functional teams, and international partners to understand priorities, strategic objectives, and compliance requirements. Conduct research, analyze complex policy and operational information, and synthesize findings to inform decision-making. Develop, track, and implement strategic plans, high-level roadmaps, and governance frameworks, ensuring alignment with internal and external guidance. Prepare executive briefings, reports, and talking points for senior leadership and other stakeholders. Facilitate engagements, workshops, and multinational initiatives, including planning logistics, coordinating meetings, and supporting partner requirements. Identify risks, challenges, and opportunities, proposing actionable solutions to improve organizational effectiveness. Support the adoption of best practices, continuous process improvement, and performance measurement initiatives, with scope and autonomy aligned to experience level. Responsibilities Include, but not limited to: Track strategic issues, action items, and project milestones Support planning and logistics for internal and external engagements Maintain project documentation, databases, and SharePoint sites Draft, review, and finalize policy, guidance, and briefing materials Lead or facilitate cross-functional teams and high-level engagements Advise senior leadership on strategic initiatives, risks, and mitigation strategies Develop and monitor performance metrics for strategic initiatives Mentor and develop junior team members (Senior-Level) Requirements Experience: Junior: 3+ years of professional experience in office support, government, or project/strategic planning Mid: 5–10 years supporting or managing strategic initiatives and international or cross-functional projects Senior: 15+ years leading enterprise-level initiatives, providing strategic advice, and managing cross-functional or international programs Education: Bachelor’s degree in International Affairs, Business, Public Administration, or related field. Graduate degree (Master’s or higher) in Strategic Intelligence, Business, International Affairs, Public Policy, or related field, OR 15+ years of relevant experience (senior-level). Core Competencies: Excellent written and verbal communication. Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint. Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments. Knowledge of project management tools, techniques, and best practices Specialized Experience (as applicable): Familiarity with national security, international affairs, or space policy. Experience facilitating executive-level meetings, negotiations, or multinational engagements. Leadership, mentorship, and cross-functional team management experience. Experience translating strategic guidance into operational execution and metrics Security Clearance Requirements: This position requires you to have an active TS/SCI Clearance. A government background investigation will be conducted on selected applicants to determine whether they qualify for access to classified information. Compensation: The pay range for this job is determined by various factors, including but not necessarily limited to location, responsibilities of the job, and alignment with market data. When determining a salary for this role, the following factors may be taken into consideration: contract-specific affordability, education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience. The estimate displayed represents the salary range for this position and is just one component of ODRG's total compensation package for employees. It is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee. About Us Organizational Development Resource Group (ODRG), LLC is a management consulting company that provides professional services to organizations within DoD, Federal, Commercial, and non - profit sectors. About the Team ODRG professional consultants provide management consulting and administrative support services. We assist our customers with strategic direction, implementation, and evaluation efforts that optimize their workforce and ultimately enhance the effectiveness of the organization. Our consultants have designed and delivered value added solutions for government and private organizations that have resulted in organizational effectiveness; process efficiency, strengthen workforce, and cost savings. What you'll be part of - ODRG Culture We foster a winning culture of solution creators built on innovation, collaboration, flexibility, and work-life balance. Our success is measured by the level of impact we have on our clients, and we are prideful of the ability we have to solve difficult problems through collaboration with government agencies as well as other organizations, along with our ability to deliver the results they need. There is a great deal of passion in the people who make up our organization when it comes to the causes we support. ODRG is committed to affording equal employment opportunities to individuals with disabilities, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act. Candidates for employment may inform their recruiter if they need a reasonable accommodation in all phases of the application and employment process. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Responsibilities

This role drives the development and execution of critical strategic initiatives by aligning enterprise-wide strategies, guiding complex processes, and ensuring successful project integration across the agency and with external partners. Responsibilities include tracking strategic issues, advising senior leadership on risks, developing performance metrics, and leading cross-functional engagements.