Management Analyst

Overview

Creative Corrections is actively recruiting exceptional candidates to be considered for a Management Analyst position located in Washington, DC. This will be a contract role within the U.S. Department of State. The U.S. Department of State is the lead institution for the conduct of American diplomacy, and the Secretary of State is the President’s principal foreign policy advisor. The Department of State’s mission is to advance U.S. national security interests, fight terrorism, protect U.S. interests abroad, and implement foreign policy initiatives that build a freer, prosperous, and secure world.

The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) keeps Americans safe at home by countering international crime, illegal drugs, and instability abroad. INL helps countries deliver justice and fairness by strengthening their police, courts, and corrections systems. These efforts reduce the amount of crime and illegal drugs reaching U.S. shores.

The INL, Office of Security Assistance and Operations, Assistance Coordination division is responsible for managing the budget planning, formulation, and funds control functions of INL s program operations domestically and abroad.

This position is contingent upon award of contract for BPA Call.

TITLE: Management Analyst

LOCATION: Washington, DC

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: A Secret security clearance is required for this position; however, the contractor may begin work with an interim Secret security clearance.

CLOSING DATE: February 13, 2026

The purpose of this Third-Party Contract (TPC) is to provide strategic leadership and oversight for complex program portfolios, ensuring effective implementation and alignment with organizational objectives. The TPC leads cross-functional teams, manages high-value budgets, and coordinates with senior officials to develop, execute, and evaluate program activities. This position is responsible for formulating and presenting budget proposals, monitoring program performance, and recommending improvements to enhance efficiency and impact.

The TPC serves as a principal advisor on policy and operational matters, represents the program in high-level meetings, and fosters collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including U.S. embassies and federal agencies. The incumbent ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, drives process improvements, and provides expert guidance on program criteria, acquisition strategies, and risk management.

The period of performance for this order will be one (01) year from the date of award with the option to extend for six (06) months subject to performance, need, and funding.

• Supports program activities; assists in coordinating the implementation of projects within a portfolio
• Aids in drafting success stories, briefing papers, talking points, presentations for management review and use
• Manages program files and records, tracks reports
• Researches materials as required to compile information, reports, and statistical information regarding the supported program
• Supports officials in coordinating policy issues relating to portfolio
• Aid in managing program budget formulation; analyze budget proposals and assist with preparing justifications and memoranda for presentations to OMB and Congress
• Aid in evaluating program effectiveness in relation to the funding expended for regional programs
• Aids in office outreach projects by conducting logistical support
• Performs administrative duties when required to support program requirements
• Provides logistical support for office outreach projects, including travel to relevant countries as needed
• Monitors the status of funds for the Bureau and performs funds control duties, including determining if funds can be de-obligated, reclassified, or reprogrammed
• Reviews obligations to identify availability for de-obligation or reclassification/reprogramming and verifies supporting documentation
• Obtains and analyzes accounting data, prepares spreadsheets and databases for reference, and creates charts and presentations on funding execution
• Tracks and…