Jobs at Ascendant Program Services, LLC

Supports USTDA’s Office of Congressional and Public Affairs through research, analysis, administrative assistance, and public communications. Drafts and edits reports, briefing materials, memos, letters, social media, and website content; formats documents for public distribution; and supports congressional affairs, outreach, and government relations activities. The role requires strong writing, organization, multitasking, Microsoft Office proficiency, and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance.

Creates print and digital visual communications for federal Global Markets programs, including presentations, publications, infographics, event collateral, social media graphics, logos, and illustrations. Maintains templates, style guides, branding standards, and design toolkits; collaborates with communications teams, program staff, vendors, photographers, and videographers; manages multiple design requests and deadlines; and ensures accessibility, branding, and quality compliance.

Conduct substantive research, data analysis, program monitoring and evaluation, and administrative support for USTDA portfolio activities in Africa and the Middle East. Compile data, assess program effectiveness, develop recommendations, conduct internet and database research, and draft or edit reports, briefing materials, letters, and public-facing documents. The role also requires strong organization, independent task completion, and proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.

Provide project management and enhanced due diligence support for USTDA projects: evaluate risks (AML, sanctions, bribery), conduct adverse media and corporate ownership analyses, review DD deliverables, prepare written findings and recommendations, present results to stakeholders, advise on best practices, and provide training to improve processes.