Senior Program Manager

Senior Program Manager (Senior Analyst)
Location: 3 days onsite in DC

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a highly motivated candidate with over five (5) years of experience in project management, strategic communications, task management, and training. This role is ideal for candidates who are passionate about clear and effective communication, leading mission-oriented business functions, driving strategic communications, and supporting program management initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert-level advice, guidance, mentoring, and support to mission-oriented business programs.
• Assist in program planning, change management, and overall project activities, including assessments and evaluations.
• Lead multiple high-priority projects in an evolving organizational environment.
• Develop, edit, and proofread internal and external communications, including comprehensive policies, reports, emails, newsletters, and presentations.
• Assist in developing clear and concise messaging for different audiences, ensuring consistency and alignment with organizational goals.
• Support the development of strategic deliverables, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Support cross-functional teams by preparing project documentation, meeting summaries, and follow-up communication.
• Coordinate and manage communication channels, ensuring timely and efficient dissemination of information across the organization.
• Collaborate with team members to gather input and feedback, creating well-organized and compelling written content for various stakeholders.
• Maintain accuracy and attention to detail in all communications, ensuring professionalism and clarity.
• Manage content, documents, and communication materials through SharePoint or other content management systems.
• Adapt written and verbal communication to meet the evolving needs of the organization, ensuring flexibility and responsiveness.
• Experience in task management across multiple government agencies.
• Maintain oversight of deliverables in the task management system, ensuring adherence to deadlines and project timelines.
• Contribute to strategic planning efforts, develop metrics for success, and support performance management initiatives.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in program management, communications development, task management, and emergency management administration within a government or highly regulated environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and adapt to changing organizational needs.
• Proven experience managing mission-oriented business programs and high-priority projects.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to apply methodologies such as performance management, data mining, and statistical analysis.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on strategic communication development.
• Knowledge of organizational change management, cost-saving strategies, and operational efficiency practices.
• Strong teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively and build relationships across the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and SharePoint (including site customization).
• Must possess or be able to obtain a government security clearance.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in writing and editing business communications, including reports, newsletters, and presentations.
• Familiarity with communication best practices in a corporate or project-based environment.
• Experience with business process development, project management tools, and methodologies.
• Previous experience with SharePoint or other document management systems is a plus.
• Experience in task management across multiple government agencies, with the ability to maintain oversight of deliverables in the task management system, ensuring adherence to deadlines and project timelines.