10 days ago

Subject Matter Expert (SME), DOS/EAP

Washington, United States of AmericaSenior · 8+ years

About this role

Dexis is a dynamic professional services firm dedicated to partnering with government and community leaders both in the U.S. and internationally to achieve critical social outcomes in a rapidly changing world.

At Dexis, you will experience a corporate culture of inclusiveness, respect, fairness, and trust. You will be given the means and mentorship needed to succeed, and your creativity will be rewarded.

About the Position

The Subject Matter Expert (SME) supports the East Asian and Pacific (EAP) Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Services (MELS) contract by providing specialized technical expertise in monitoring, evaluation, learning, foreign assistance, and one or more technical sectors relevant to Department of State programming priorities. SMEs support assessments, evaluations, research, project design, strategy development, performance management, capacity building, and learning activities conducted under the contract.

This position is designed as a part-time consultancy and is contingent upon award.

Responsibilities

Provide specialized technical expertise for task orders, assessments, evaluations, research studies, and analytical products.
Contribute to the design and implementation of MEL methodologies, data collection tools, and analytical frameworks.
Advise on foreign assistance programming, performance measurement, indicators, learning agendas, and evidence generation.
Support development of technical reports, presentations, briefings, and recommendations for Department of State stakeholders.
Participate in data analysis, key informant interviews, workshops, learning events, and validation exercises as required.
Provide technical review and quality assurance of deliverables within their area of expertise.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in international development, public policy, economics, political science, social sciences, monitoring and evaluation, or a related field.
Minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience in MEL, foreign assistance, international development, research, public policy, or a technical sector relevant to the assignment.
Demonstrated expertise in one or more technical areas described in the Statement of Work.
Experience supporting U.S. Government, Department of State, USAID, or other international development programs.
Strong analytical, research, writing, and communication skills.
Active Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree in a relevant discipline.
Prior experience supporting Department of State foreign assistance programs.
Experience conducting evaluations, assessments, performance monitoring, or learning activities in international settings.
Experience working in East Asia and the Pacific or other overseas environments.

Dexis is on a mission to help solve today’s most pressing global political, social, and economic challenges and create a world where all people are safe and prosperous. As a Dexis employee, you will be challenged, empowered, and mentored. Our motto is “find a way or make a way” — that’s how Dexis goes “all in.” How will you?

If you are passionate about this opportunity, apply now!

Only those applicants who meet the above criteria will be contacted for interview.

Dexis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, pregnancy, disability, age, genetic information, military service, veteran status, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, childbirth and related medical conditions, including lactation, or any other protected class under applicable law.

As part of a competitive benefits package for eligible employees, Dexis provides healthcare insurance in addition to other staff welfare benefits and perks.

H1B sponsor likely