Consultant – Department of State

Overview

The Position:
We are seeking driven, thoughtful candidates with experience in process improvement, technology enablement, survey design, monitoring and evaluation, and compliance to support impactful initiatives for our Federal clients at the U.S. Department of State (DOS).

Consultant – Department of State (DOS)

Experience as a Certified Fraud Examiner or in fraud prevention is a strong plus.

• Lead and support all phases of client engagements, from strategy development to final deliverables
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis to identify trends, assess risks, and generate actionable insights
• Design and implement surveys and evaluation frameworks to measure program effectiveness and stakeholder satisfaction
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and tech enablement across DOS programs and operations
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations and internal policies, supporting audits and risk assessments
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop realistic, innovative solutions to complex challenges
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly through written reports and presentations
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, proactively identifying and mitigating delivery risks

• Experience supporting the Department of State or other international affairs/government agencies
• Background in monitoring and evaluation, compliance, or fraud examination
• Experience with survey tools, data visualization platforms, and process automation technologies
• Experience with IT system implementation/technology enablement supporting federal clients
• Familiarity with federal regulations, program oversight, and risk management

• BA/BS required; advanced degree or certifications (e.g., CFE, PMP, Lean Six Sigma) a plus
• 1+ year (junior), 4+ years (mid-level), or 8+ years (senior) of relevant experience
• Experience in consulting, professional services, or federal government contracting
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to synthesize complex information
• Proficiency in spreadsheet and presentation software; experience with data analysis tools preferred
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Censeo Consulting Group is a top Washington D.C.

-based management consulting firm dedicated to helping public sector and non-profit clients build operational excellence, deliver better outcomes, and lower cost. We take a personalized approach to strategic consulting to solve our clients’ most complex problems and build operational excellence that transforms their organizations, allowing them to better deliver on their public and social missions.

Our award-winning culture means you’ll join a tight-knit community of colleagues. We value a culture of collaboration, entrepreneurship, and public service.

Censeo is based in Washington, DC. We operate in a hybrid setting with flexibility to work from home and in our office in downtown Washington, a few blocks from the White House.

• The salary range for this role is $55,000 - $165,000 depending on experience
• Expected travel 0-10%; may increase based on business needs
• This is an exempt, full-time position
• This role is subject to a hybrid work schedule
• Essential Physical Functions
  • Sitting:
    Particularly for sustained periods of time
  • Light Carrying:
    Physically transporting items weighing less than 15 pounds from one location to another

Censeo offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including paid vacation and sick leave, flexible and remote work opportunities, and tuition and training reimbursement. More information on our benefits and perks can be found at

Censeo is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other class protected by applicable state or federal law.