Nathan works at the U.S. Department of State where he manages foreign assistance grants in sub-Saharan Africa supporting public health, democracy, human rights, and governance programs. His previous work at the State Department included supporting Operations Allies in welcoming Afghan refugees to the United States, managing foreign assistance programming in the Middle East, and communications infrastructure development in Afghanistan. He holds a master’s degree in international development from American University, and a bachelor's degree in geography and international studies from the University of Oregon.