"What we’re discussing today is really just the very beginning stages of the State – USAID transition and the changing roles and responsibilities regarding foreign assistance." ICYMI: Acting Inspector General Arne B. Baker spoke with Federal News Network (FNN) about State OIG's ongoing work to inform the Department of State's realignment as well as our continuing oversight of foreign assistance programs and operations. Listen and read here: https://lnkd.in/ema8eppF
U.S. Department of State Office of Inspector General
Government Administration
Arlington, VA 13,321 followers
Providing independent oversight of the US State Department & USAGM. Report fraud, waste, and abuse: stateoig.gov/hotline
About us
OIG inspects more than 260 embassies, diplomatic posts, and international broadcasting installations throughout the world to determine whether policy goals are being achieved and whether the interests of the United States are being represented and advanced effectively. Additionally, OIG performs specialized security inspections and audits in support of the Department's mission to provide effective protection to our personnel, facilities, and sensitive information. OIG also audits Department and USAGM operations and activities to ensure that they are as effective, efficient, and economical as possible. Finally, OIG investigates instances of fraud, waste, and mismanagement that may constitute either criminal wrongdoing or violation of Department and USAGM regulations. OIG's VISION: We inspire public trust in the advancement of U.S. foreign affairs. OIG's MISSION: We foster efficiency and effectiveness in U.S. foreign affairs through meaningful, independent oversight and investigations.
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http://www.stateoig.gov
External link for U.S. Department of State Office of Inspector General
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- Government Administration
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- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Arlington, VA
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- Government Agency
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1700 North Moore Street
SA-39
Arlington, VA 22209, US
Employees at U.S. Department of State Office of Inspector General
Updates
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Yesterday, a former Voice of America employee was indicted for threatening U.S. Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene. After United States Capitol Police informed State OIG that threatening phone calls originated in VOA's headquarters, State OIG investigators quickly identified the suspect and obtained admissions leading to the indictment and arrest. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eQBxAJCm
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The recent realignment of select USAID functions to the Department of State has expanded the scope of our oversight mission. To help keep stakeholders informed, State OIG has added a Foreign Assistance Oversight strategic priority page to our website with resources and information relating to this oversight: https://lnkd.in/egKFdgGa. State OIG already had oversight responsibility for billions of dollars in foreign assistance programs and operations at the U.S. Department of State. In FY 2024 alone, the Department managed approximately $13.2 billion in foreign assistance funds and shared responsibility with USAID in implementing another $14.6 billion in foreign assistance funds. State OIG's experience overseeing foreign assistance administered through the Department is extensive. In the past decade, State OIG has issued more than 180 audit, inspection, and evaluation reports and made more than 650 recommendations to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of foreign assistance related programs, 98% of which the Department implemented or is implementing. Sustained oversight of foreign assistance is our top priority. State OIG is working with the Department, Congress, and other stakeholders to ensure comprehensive oversight continues uninterrupted. As soon as the realignment was announced, we began working to help inform realignment efforts. In May, we issued an information report focusing on lessons learned and an evaluation of the Department's approach to realigning USAID functions. Acting Inspector General Arne Baker also discussed our approach in written testimony submitted to Congress. Links to each report are available on our new Foreign Assistance Oversight page. However the U.S. Department of State evolves, so too does the scope of our mandate at State OIG. We are determined to use the resources we're provided with to meet the mission and serve the American people. We're confident in our capability to do so and look forward to providing meaningful, independent oversight during this critical juncture in the history of U.S. foreign affairs. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/egKFdgGa
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State OIG's latest Monthly Update is now available! Learn more about our work in June 2025: https://lnkd.in/e9qKM5s9
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State OIG is hiring! We're looking for qualified candidates to serve as Human Resource Specialists (Employee Relations). These vacancies are open only to applicants from USAID and USAID OIG. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gn2M7--m
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State OIG's latest Monthly Update is now available! Learn more about our work in May 2025: https://lnkd.in/e238WMjv
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State OIG is hiring! We are increasing our capacity to conduct foreign assistance oversight of the U.S. Department of State. Open positions include opportunities across disciplines like audits, inspections, data science, and criminal investigations. These vacancies are open only to applicants from USAID and USAID Office of Inspector General. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dWjMyKGq
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State OIG's Semiannual Report to the Congress, October 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025, is now available: https://lnkd.in/ecAKefjX
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New Report: "Lead Inspector General for Operation Enduring Sentinel | Quarterly Report to the United States Congress | January 1, 2025 - March 31, 2025" with DoD Inspector General and USAID Office of Inspector General https://lnkd.in/eZZWnmhm
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New Report: "Special Inspector General for Operation Atlantic Resolve | Quarterly Report to the United States Congress | January 1, 2025 - March 31, 2025" https://lnkd.in/eZcguga4 (with DoD Inspector General and USAID Office of Inspector General)