Program Manager

Position Title: Program Manager (IWC)

Company: ACT1 Federal

Location: Arlington, VA

About ACT1: Delivering mission-critical solutions and industry-leading talent to advance the missions of the partners, organizations, and communities we serve.

**THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD**

Job Description: The Program Manager will serve as the single point of contact and coordinator for all support activities and stated requirements and deliverables for the contract.  Manage the work project schedules and activities, responsible for notifications to the COR on any issues, problems or concerns that pertain to fellows, guests, activities and contract requirements and deliverables. Provide senior-level program management to advise the IWC Director and Deputy Director/Chief of Staff.

Responsibilities:

• Develop schedules, layout timelines and tasks, track tasks, track budget and invoice completeness, develop Course of Action (COAs) for ODC approvals, and provide information regarding project status or financial status on request.

• Participate in authorized on-site meetings; prepare and present briefings on progress of work, prepare white papers and draft responses to related data calls, as requested by the COR.
• Ensure entire team has a deep understanding of DOD, USG, academia, international partner, and industry IW-specific grammar and gain IWC consensus on the best verbiage, grammar, and style for the IWC.
• Serve as the responsible point of contact for management and integration of all supporting functions to achieve contract deliverables. Information management systems for financial documents review must be stand alone.

• Provide operational oversight, management, and execution of IWC engagements through dedicated project managers to develop and execute IWC engagements and activities with DoD, IA, Allies, and Partners to include coordination and integration of the IWC into Joint training exercises.

Ensure completion of all contract deliverables:

• Project management plan and corresponding assessment and qualitative assessment plans

• Weekly status reports that capture completed tasks, and any issues/challenges encountered.

• Monthly status reports that include, progress towards project plan milestones, summary of completed tasks, staffing management status, contract financial status (including travel and ODC funds tracking); issues/challenges, risk assessment, when applicable

• Master’s degree in National Security, International Relations or Business required or 20 years of in-depth experience in the related fields.
• Ten (10) years of Program Management experience leading and supervising multi-disciplined teams in support of the US Government (USG) international programs.
• Ten (10) years of special operations experience at the tactical and operational levels managing special operations.

• One (1) year experience in at least two (2) of the following areas: Personnel Management, Administration, Logistics, Planning and Management, Program Management, Protocol, Public Affairs or Political Military Affairs.

• Ten (10) years of demonstrated knowledge on Irregular Warfare, Gray zone activities, functional understanding of the policy process and Washington D.C. diplomatic and military organizations and culture, and the ability to interact with senior foreign representatives.

• Must possess an active Top-Secret Clearance.

• Certifications: Must have a documented PMP or higher-level certificate from a granting institution.  

·       Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

·       ACT1 Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

·       Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance

·       Company Paid Short-Term Disability

·       Voluntary Long-Term Disability

·       Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

·       Health Savings Account (HSA)

·       401K with employer match

·       Paid Time Off

·       Paid Holidays

·       Parental Leave

·       Military Leave

·       Education, Training & Professional Development

·       Voluntary Accidental Injury/Critical Illness/Hospital Care

·       Voluntary Pet Insurance, Legal Resources, and Identity Protection

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Equal Opportunity Statement: ACT1 Federal is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.