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Penn Foster

Program Manager, Security Assistance

Penn Foster, Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22201


Job Description:

Position Summary:The Program Manager will oversee implementation of programming to counter the acquisition, theft, and misuse of dual-use and weaponizable research, data, and technology. The Program Manager will also support the Director on management of a broad array of nonproliferation, counter-proliferation, and security portfolios, with a focus on establishing and improving program management processes and procedures.Programming activities may take the form of both in-person and virtual meetings, workshops, trainings, conferences, grant-making, research competitions, or other activities. Under the supervision of the Director, the Program Manager will manage the technical, financial, and administrative aspects of this program portfolio to ensure they are administered and implemented in a manner consistent with CRDF Global and funder objectives.Major Responsibilities:

Manages a program of moderate complexity, valued at approximately $3-4M annual revenue, including program planning, budgeting, funder reporting, and implementing a monitoring and evaluation plan.With Director and Senior Program Manager, develops annual program budget, monitors budget forecasts, and implements program adjustments to achieve revenue targets.With Director, Senior Program Manager, Contracts Manager, and Program Financial Analysts, establish, improve, and document processes and procedures for effective management of new and existing cooperative agreements.Assist in international expansion efforts for new and existing programs, including in Sub-Saharan Africa and South America.Recruits, hires, on-boards, and supervises staff; makes project assignments; manages staff workloads; establishes performance and development goals with staff; provides effective feedback on performance; and supports staff in professional and career growth.Contributes to development of new programs, including initial proposal writing, program design, and implementation.Represents CRDF Global at external events such as scientific, security-oriented, and business conferences; makes presentations to educate others about the program.Ensures that project teams within the program develop and implement project plans using best practices for project management (for multiple projects) that includes project charters, work breakdown structures, statements of work, schedules, deliverables, monitoring and evaluation plans, and project budgets.Guides project teams within the program or portfolio in managing sub-award budgets, including planning, administration and financial reporting of project expenses upon closeout of sub-awards.Manages stakeholder relations and networking with funders, subject matter experts, and international partners in the governmental, security, private, research, and academic sectors.Identifies strategic priorities for program growth; develops concepts or new project ideas as part of proposal development process; develops and contributes to internal and external thought leadership events.Supports other programs and staff, as required.Participates in remote/online engagements as appropriate.Travels within the U.S. and internationally as appropriate.Other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:Bachelor’s degree in related field. Master’s degree preferred.6 years of program management experience in a field such as counter-proliferation/nonproliferation, dual-use or advanced/emerging technologies, international security, or international development.5 years of supervisory or team management experience.Experience managing cooperative agreements and grants from funders including the U.S. Department of State and Global Affairs Canada.Demonstrates strong project management skills and experience.Demonstrates skills and experience overseeing project teams and supervising staff.Strong written and verbal communication skills and proven ability to write compelling pieces.Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with partner organizations and key external stakeholders.Eligibility to obtain U.S. security clearance preferred.U.S. work authorization.Salary & Benefits: The base pay range for this position is $90,000 to $110,000. The determination of salaries in this job classification depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, relevant candidate experience, job-related knowledge, qualifications and skills. In addition, we have a comprehensive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; 403(b) retirement savings plan; paid time off; education reimbursement; student loan paydown and more.CRDF Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). CRDF Global provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran, or disabled status.

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