Program Management Analyst (Extramural)

This position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract currently under bid.

About the role

We seek a Program Management Analyst to work with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, GA. The successful candidate will be placed as a GbILS contractor at a CDC facility. This position will work full time on the client site at the CDC Chamblee Campus.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance to division and offices in the development of Request for Contracts (RFC) based on written guidelines and procedures provided by the division, Center, and OFR.
• Serve as expert in the branch, providing technical guidance on internal processes and procedure for preparing all acquisitions for funding, including: Contracts, IAAs, IPAs, and some Cooperative Agreements.
• Ensure routine policies, guidelines, instructions, and procedures for program management requirements provided by the extramural coordinator are followed.
• Provide guidance on where to find required documents, how to enter documents in DHDSP extramural tracking systems, pull reports, and implement new automation systems to improve internal program management operations within the Branch.
• Provide technical guidance to senior leadership, contract officer technical representatives, project officers, and subject matter experts within the Branch to facilitate the development of grant and contract related documents, including supporting documentation for review, approval, and execution by Branch management.
• Compile data and prepare program management status reports for review at all levels.
• Review internal processes and procedures and propose improvements to promote efficiency and cost savings.
• Analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of program management operations in meeting established goals and objectives, and propose areas and methods by which efficiency of operations can be improved.
• Utilize qualitative and quantitative methods to assess progress toward program goals and objectives.
• Prepare reports and briefs based on program management activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Public Health, Communications, or Business-related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of senior-level project management experience, including demonstrated knowledge of principles and concepts.
• Demonstrated ability to work well independently, be solution-oriented, motivated, and committed to customer and company success.
• Ability to handle a variety of constituencies, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and thrive in a complex environment while balancing multiple, competing priorities.
• Excellent judgement and decision-making with strong analytic skills; business intuition and business acumen.
• Experience in program evaluation, including logic model development.
• Prior experience working with the CDC is highly desired to understand the culture and environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain CDC clearance.

Skills

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Should have or rapidly gain knowledge of CDC-specific policies, procedures, and/or systems, including but not limited to:
  • Section 508
  • Plain Language
  • eClearance
  • Use of CDC logo
  • CDC style guide
  • TASNET (Time and Attendance system)
  • CONCUR Government Edition travel system
  • Integrated Conference Approval Portal (ICAP)
  • SharePoint
  • Travel projection and tracking tool
  • Managing Accounting Credit Card System (MACCs 1350)
  • Non U.S. Citizen Access System (NCAMS)

Preferred Qualifications

• Any related certifications.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Tax-deferred savings options.
• Supplementary benefits.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities.

Pay

Competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience.