Aptive is seeking a Junior Management and Program Analyst with 3 years of demonstrated experience as a program analyst.

The ideal candidate should have knowledge and understanding of Veterans assistance programs and how they support transitioning veterans, military spouses, and their families. They should have worked within and/or understand the Department of Defense and Cabinet level Federal Agencies, in particular the Department of Veterans Affairs. The candidate should have knowledge and experience in developing, implementing, and tracking programs and governmental policies in support of overall programs. This candidate should possess knowledge and understanding of gathering data, producing reports, producing manuals, documents, and procedures in relation to training programs.

This junior-level, full-time position is in the VA Washington, DC location at 1800 G Street, NW, Washington, DC 20006.

This is a contingent hire position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS.

• 3 years of Program Analyst experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Management, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field.
• PMBOK guide knowledge of best practices.
• Experience supporting large Cabinet-level federal agencies, ideally the Department of Veterans Affairs.
• Ability to work onsite at the client location in Washington, DC.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.

JOB DUTIES.

• Perform administrative and programmatic support for Executive Management and other assigned staff.
• Gathers, tracks, analyzes, documents, and produces reports associated with project requirements.
• Assists in preparation of task order packages and proposal requests.
• Assists in providing technical and administrative support of active task orders.
• Communicates on program status and fulfills reporting requirements.
• Assists in tracking all taskings associated with contract deliverables.
• Compiles data and information for weekly reports on the status of assigned, completed, and delayed tasks.
• Assists in identifying risks to the PM and COR regarding all aspects of the contract and deliverables.
• Gathers data and conducts analysis on performance evaluations and assessments of training and recommends actions to ensure effectiveness and efficiencies within the training contract.
• Organizes meetings with stakeholder and documents information to ensure requirements are met.
• Collects and analyzes inputs from internal and external stakeholders; assists in the development of the monthly, quarterly, and annual reports and reviews.
• Develop briefings, detailed agendas, and meeting minutes.

DESIRED SKILLS.

• Ability to quickly absorb complex issues and determine sound solutions.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, collaborative, results driven environment.
• Ability to multi-task and work with limited supervision while producing sustainable results.
• Self-starter with a drive to accomplish tasks with high attention to detail.
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of written, oral, and visual communication to speak and write with clarity and tact at the executive level.
• Ability to develop formal and informal presentations and prepare reports which clearly document conclusions and recommendations.
• Possess excellent critical thinking, leadership, analysis, and data gathering skills.
• Knowledge of military and Veteran populations.

ABOUT THE CLIENT. The Office of Transition and Economic Development (OTED) is currently serving as VA's policy and program lead for preparing service members to become civilian ready through its services provided during the Transition Assistance Program (TAP); serving as VA's authority on Veteran economic development policies and initiatives, including Chapter 36 Personalized Career Planning and Guidance; and orchestrating public and private partnerships which support the total well-being of service members, Veterans, and their families before, during, and after their transition from military life.

ABOUT APTIVE. Aptive is a modern federal consulting firm focused on human experience, digital services and business transformation. Our employees receive competitive compensation, along with company-paid health care and short-term disability plans. We also offer a 401K plan with company match, paid time off, flexible savings accounts, commuter benefits and company-sponsored professional education opportunities. Our work inspires people, fuels change and makes an impact. Join our team to be part of positive change in your community and our nation. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability or any other protected class.

Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.