Program Advisor

Cayuse Holdings

. Serve as a trusted strategic and operational partner to government program leadership .

Posted 9/19/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $150,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates deep subject-matter expertise in European affairs and policy, with strong analytical abilities and outstanding writing and presentation skills. Proven experience in negotiating with foreign governments and managing complex policy initiatives related to Holocaust restitution and education.

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Holocaust Policy DevelopmentNegotiation With Foreign GovernmentsAnalytical AbilitiesStrategic ThinkingHolocaust Education Strategies

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Hard Skills

Policy AnalysisLegislative ReviewNegotiation StrategiesRestitution FrameworksCompensation StrategiesInteragency CoordinationBriefing Material DevelopmentOutreach CoordinationHolocaust-era Asset ExpertiseCommemoration Strategies

Soft Skills

Outstanding Writing SkillsPresentation SkillsFlexibilityProfessionalismCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Office Productivity Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Holocaust RestitutionEuropean AffairsAntisemitismInternational RelationsBilateral NegotiationsMultilateral ForaLegislative StakeholdersNGO CollaborationGovernment RelationsPolicy Recommendations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a trusted strategic and operational partner to government program leadership
Provide expert advice, analytical support, and coordination for complex programs and initiatives
Develop, coordinate, and refine policy recommendations and negotiation strategies on Holocaust-related issues
Participate in interagency working groups developing, coordinating, and implementing Holocaust-related policy
Design and implement strategies encouraging European governments to restitute or compensate Holocaust victims and heirs
Promote transparent, fair, and streamlined procedures for restitution and claims resolution
Support restitution of looted art, compensation for railway profits, implementation of the 2021 Luxembourg agreement, and new restitution frameworks
Anticipate policy challenges and assess impacts and reactions from legislative bodies, constituencies, and foreign governments
Review and help develop organizational positions on pending legislation
Conduct outreach and coordination with legislators and their staff
Draft and review policy memoranda, briefing materials, position papers, and talking points
Advise and train organizational units, overseas offices, missions, and stakeholders on Holocaust-era assets, restitution, commemoration, and related policy
Secure interagency agreement and build consensus on sensitive Holocaust-related foreign policy proposals
Coordinate policy positions and messaging with Holocaust-focused institutions
Support international Holocaust-related meetings, negotiations, bilateral and multilateral fora
Reconcile competing interests and ensure coherent strategies with agencies, legislative stakeholders, and NGOs
Support implementation of commitments from the 2009 Prague Holocaust Era Assets Conference and Terezin Declaration
Develop strategies for Holocaust education, commemoration, combating antisemitism, and restitution of Holocaust-era assets
Define objectives and engagement strategies for international organizations and bilateral fora
Coordinate high-level dialogues on Holocaust issues
Support negotiations to increase funding for Holocaust survivor care
Maintain relationships with offices focused on combating antisemitism and advancing international religious freedom
Report to the Program Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
Five (5) to seven (7) years of progressively responsible, directly relevant professional experience
Ability to obtain and maintain an active Secret security clearance
Must be able to pass a background check
May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients
Demonstrated strong analytical abilities
Outstanding writing and presentation skills
Deep subject-matter expertise in European affairs and policy toward Europe
Proven ability to think strategically to shape and influence decision-makers and policy outcomes
Experience negotiating with foreign governments and international counterparts
High degree of flexibility and professionalism in a small team environment
Capacity to rapidly learn new policy areas and develop substantive expertise
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple competing demands in a fast-paced environment and tight deadlines
Proven track record working effectively with leaders across government, private sector, academia, and non-profit organizations
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with initiative and ownership
Ability to use a computer and office productivity tools with sufficient speed
Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties for extended periods

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Wellness Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
Voluntary Life and AD&D options
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
Paid Time Off
Flexible schedule may include holidays
Business or professional development travel opportunities