Description

ICF is looking for an International Labor Analyst with fluency in Mandarin Chinese to support work with the U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) Office of Child Labor, Forced Labor and Human Trafficking (OCFT). For and on behalf of OCFT, ICF conducts research, analysis, and preparation of written communications related to international child labor, forced labor, human trafficking, trade, and supply chain issues.

The International Labor Analyst will apply knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research methods, write for the intended audience, and formulate strategies to engage with relevant countries or stakeholders based on USDOL priorities and interests. This position also coordinates between elements of USDOL, US Government agencies, nongovernmental organizations, and regional and international organizations. The position will be a full-time, hybrid position in our Rockville, Maryland Office or remote.

 Key Responsibilities:

Research and Analysis: Applying knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research methods, conduct systematic and objective inquiry and analysis of international child labor, forced labor, and human trafficking issues.

Desk Research: Performs data collection from existing global and local sources of data. Conduct library and computer research.

Policy Development: Formulate strategies to engage with relevant country stakeholders based on USDOL and US priorities and interests and examines policy issues with a long-term perspective. Determines objectives and sets priorities; anticipates potential threats or opportunities.

Interagency Coordination: Coordinates between elements of USDOL, US Government agencies, nongovernmental organizations, and regional and international organizations for the purpose of accomplishing an objective.

Monitoring and Evaluation: Facilitates the development of project monitoring and evaluation plans to track progress towards achieving intended results.

Communication: Write in clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner, tailored for intended in audience in English and Mandarin Chinese. Use Word, Excel, and Adobe to create and manage documents.

Required Qualifications: 

Bachelor’s degree in international affairs, public policy, economics, international development, political science, communications, planning, statistics, technology and policy, or related discipline

2+ years of experience working on research related to forced labor, child labor, or human trafficking 

Fluency in Mandarin Chinese (reading, writing, speaking)

Ability to obtain low-level security clearance (U.S. citizenship, having resided in the U.S. for the past 2 years, and ability to perform the work of this position from a location within the United States)

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Preferred Qualifications:

Experience writing policy reports for the U.S. Government agencies.

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

 

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.  

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Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.  

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.  

 

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$73,403.00 - $124,784.00

Rockville, MD (MD18)