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Hirebridge

Governance and Innovation Analyst

Hirebridge, Baltimore, Maryland, United States,


Location: Rockville, MD

(Hybrid)

LCG is a minority-owned technology consulting firm that has been a trusted partner to more than 40 federal agencies, including 21 of the 27 Institutes and Centers (ICs) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). For over 25 years, LCG has brought digitization and innovation to the Health and Human Services (HHS) and the NIH ecosystems. We support IT organizations by bringing precision technology and operation models that achieve mission capabilities and performance success.

Position Description:

LCG is seeking a Governance and Innovation Analyst who will play a critical role in establishing and refining the foundational elements with the Client. This position involves developing governance structures, facilitating discovery and innovation sessions, and creating strategic roadmaps that align with the Client’s IT Strategic Plan. The analyst will also be responsible for coordinating the assessment and evaluation of pilot projects and new ideas, as well as developing communication and marketing plans to engage stakeholders and promote the client's value proposition.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop the charter, organizational structure, mission, and objectives for the Innovation Branch.

Facilitate sessions using Design Intelligence (DI) methods to establish value propositions and obtain buy-in for innovation initiatives.

Develop the Concept of Operations and supporting Organization and Governance Structure, including processes for identifying, prioritizing, developing, and sharing innovation concepts and ideas.

Support the Innovation Committee by providing assessments and evaluations of pilot projects and new ideas.

Develop a multi-year Innovation Strategic Roadmap that integrates with the Client IT Strategic Plan and Client IT Modernization Plan.

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the strategic roadmap reflects the agency's priorities and resource requirements.

Coordinate the development and launch of pilot initiatives within the first 120 days of contract award.

Lead pilot projects through various phases, including Appreciate, Innovate, Iterate, and Activate, to develop innovative solutions addressing customer and stakeholder needs.

Ensure effective communication of pilot results to stakeholders and project transition and governance.

Develop and execute a comprehensive Communication and Marketing Plan focused on engaging stakeholders with the Innovation team and promoting the branch's achievements.

Facilitate sessions to identify opportunities for innovation, prioritize pilot ideas, and maintain engagement with stakeholders.

Prepare and deliver weekly and monthly status reports detailing project activities, issues, accomplishments, and upcoming assignments.

Ensure that all project documentation, including schedules, risks, scope changes, and action items, are maintained and communicated effectively to stakeholders.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Innovation Management, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, or a related field is

required .

8-10 years

of experience in innovation management, governance, strategic planning, or a related field.

Proven experience in developing and implementing governance structures and strategic roadmaps.

Experience leading and facilitating innovation sessions with diverse groups of stakeholders.

Strong project management skills with experience in managing pilot projects and evaluating new ideas.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify trends and root causes.

Proficiency in using DI methods, Human-Centered Design (HCD), and Agile methodologies.

Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Compensation and Benefits:

The target salary is benchmarked at $160,000 annually in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. The salary provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Salary at LCG is determined by various factors, including but not limited to role, location, the combination of education/training, knowledge, skills, competencies, certifications, and work experience.

LCG offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance options (medical, dental, vision), life and disability insurance, retirement plan contributions, as well as paid leave, federal holidays, professional development, and lifestyle benefits.

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