What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager position at XLA?
| Job ID | 2024-4156 |
As a Project Manager at XLA, you'll be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day management and coordination of projects designed to address some of the world's most pressing problems. This is a full-time remote role that will require you to work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders, both internal and external, and to have a holistic understanding of project management principles. The Program Manager shall be responsible for the overall management and performance of the contract and be the primary point of contact to the Government. Also but not limited too:
- Monitoring of project performance using data.
- Regular written reporting on country context, project activities, performance monitoring data, analysis of project impact, and information on future relevant activities/events.
- Periodic conference call project updates and occasional in-person briefings.
- Financial management and reporting.
- Conducting risk assessments and risk mitigation planning.
- Problem solving to identify ways to achieve DOS programmatic and policy objectives
- US Citizen.
- Secret Security Clearance.
- DOD Program Management Experience a plus!
- Six (6) years of project/program management experience.
- Ten (10) years of professional experience as a manager
- Strong organization and interpersonal skills, with excellent oral and written communication skills.
- PMP Certification
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university
- Bachelor's degree and at least ten (10) years of prior professional experience in program management.
OR
Master's degree and at least six (6) years prior professional experience in program management.
- Experience living and working overseas.
- Fluent English language speaking and writing ability.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): XLA is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, XLA will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations in the hiring process. We encourage qualified individuals with disabilities to apply. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process or to perform essential job functions, please contact our HR team by phone at 703-584-8317 or via email at humanresources@xla.com. For persons who are deaf, hard of hearing, deafblind, or deaf-disabled, XLA will provide an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter where needed as a reasonable accommodation for the hiring processes.
Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer
XLA, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting family values, integrity in the workplace, and an entrepreneurial atmosphere.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA/M/F/VET/DISABILITY EMPLOYER.
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disabled status and will not be discriminated against for self-identifying with either category.
If you require accommodation or assistance to complete the online application process, please contact Roberta Anderson-Barnes, 703-584-8308 or randerson-barnes@xla.com. When you contact Ms. Barnes, please identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. We will assist you promptly.
