Associate-International Affairs Group
The Cadmus Group, Arlington, VA, United States
What You’ll Be Doing
Cadmus is seeking an Associate to support the Economic Engagement and Private Sector Development team, especially the US APEC-RISE program. US APEC-RISE works to strengthen the policy environment across the Asia-Pacific region to promote inclusive economic growth, advance regional economic cooperation, and expand markets for U.S. goods and services. Through US APEC-RISE, we deliver technical, operational, and material assistance to APEC economies, including policy analysis and formulation, development of case studies, economy-level capacity building, and the design and implementation of workshops and related technical activities. The program supports regional priorities through tailored technical expertise and collaborative engagement with public and private sector stakeholders and is managed by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs.
The Associate will support multiple technical workstreams as part of an integrated project team, with a focus on coordination and day-to-day implementation. The role involves working closely with State/EAP, U.S. interagency counterparts, consultants, and regional partners to support execution of program activities and maintain alignment with approved work plans, timelines, and budgets. This position requires strong organization, clear communication, and attention to detail. The Associate will develop a working understanding of relevant policy areas and may take on increasing responsibility over time based on experience and performance.
Outside of US APEC-RISE, the Associate may also support other Cadmus projects and business development efforts, as needed.
Responsibilities
Support implementation of US APEC-RISE workstreams, ensuring activities and deliverables align with approved work plans, timelines, and budgets
Coordinate with State/EAP, U.S. interagency partners, consultants, and regional stakeholders to facilitate smooth execution of program activities
Track progress across workstreams, anticipate risks or bottlenecks, and elevate issues with proposed solutions
Contribute to the development of high-quality written products and presentations, including reports, concept notes, and briefing materials
Support the design and delivery of workshops and technical assistance activities, including agenda development, speaker identification and outreach, and coordination of logistical and operational requirements
Maintain clear and consistent communication across internal teams and external counterparts to support alignment and client responsiveness
Apply QA/QC processes to ensure accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of deliverables
Contribute to proposal development, research, and other business development efforts, as needed
Qualifications
Master’s degree in economics, public policy, international affairs, or a related field with at least 6-8 years of experience or a bachelor's degree with at least 8-10 years of experience
Demonstrated experience in program or project coordination, preferably supporting international affairs, economic policy, trade, or related technical assistance programs, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and track progress against timelines and budgets
Proven ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including U.S. Government clients, interagency partners, consultants, and international or regional counterparts
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience contributing to high-quality reports, briefing materials, presentations, or other client-facing deliverables and applying QA/QC standards
Experience supporting workshops, meetings, or capacity building activities, including agenda development, speaker coordination, and logistical support
Proficiency with common project management and collaboration tools (e.g., MS Office, Teams, SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience supporting proposal or business development efforts is a plus
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 $85,000. The actual salary may be higher and will be determined by several factors, including relevant work experience, education, skills, and market competitiveness.
Cadmus is an Equal Opportunity 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.
Learn more about Cadmus by visiting our website at: cadmusgroup.com
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Cadmus is seeking an Associate to support the Economic Engagement and Private Sector Development team, especially the US APEC-RISE program. US APEC-RISE works to strengthen the policy environment across the Asia-Pacific region to promote inclusive economic growth, advance regional economic cooperation, and expand markets for U.S. goods and services. Through US APEC-RISE, we deliver technical, operational, and material assistance to APEC economies, including policy analysis and formulation, development of case studies, economy-level capacity building, and the design and implementation of workshops and related technical activities. The program supports regional priorities through tailored technical expertise and collaborative engagement with public and private sector stakeholders and is managed by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs.
The Associate will support multiple technical workstreams as part of an integrated project team, with a focus on coordination and day-to-day implementation. The role involves working closely with State/EAP, U.S. interagency counterparts, consultants, and regional partners to support execution of program activities and maintain alignment with approved work plans, timelines, and budgets. This position requires strong organization, clear communication, and attention to detail. The Associate will develop a working understanding of relevant policy areas and may take on increasing responsibility over time based on experience and performance.
Outside of US APEC-RISE, the Associate may also support other Cadmus projects and business development efforts, as needed.
Responsibilities
Support implementation of US APEC-RISE workstreams, ensuring activities and deliverables align with approved work plans, timelines, and budgets
Coordinate with State/EAP, U.S. interagency partners, consultants, and regional stakeholders to facilitate smooth execution of program activities
Track progress across workstreams, anticipate risks or bottlenecks, and elevate issues with proposed solutions
Contribute to the development of high-quality written products and presentations, including reports, concept notes, and briefing materials
Support the design and delivery of workshops and technical assistance activities, including agenda development, speaker identification and outreach, and coordination of logistical and operational requirements
Maintain clear and consistent communication across internal teams and external counterparts to support alignment and client responsiveness
Apply QA/QC processes to ensure accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of deliverables
Contribute to proposal development, research, and other business development efforts, as needed
Qualifications
Master’s degree in economics, public policy, international affairs, or a related field with at least 6-8 years of experience or a bachelor's degree with at least 8-10 years of experience
Demonstrated experience in program or project coordination, preferably supporting international affairs, economic policy, trade, or related technical assistance programs, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and track progress against timelines and budgets
Proven ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including U.S. Government clients, interagency partners, consultants, and international or regional counterparts
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience contributing to high-quality reports, briefing materials, presentations, or other client-facing deliverables and applying QA/QC standards
Experience supporting workshops, meetings, or capacity building activities, including agenda development, speaker coordination, and logistical support
Proficiency with common project management and collaboration tools (e.g., MS Office, Teams, SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience supporting proposal or business development efforts is a plus
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 $85,000. The actual salary may be higher and will be determined by several factors, including relevant work experience, education, skills, and market competitiveness.
Cadmus is an Equal Opportunity 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.
Learn more about Cadmus by visiting our website at: cadmusgroup.com
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