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Job ID 24750023

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Koniag Emerging Technologies (KET), a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Program Assistant/Program Support Specialist Level V to support KET and our government customer in the Metro DC area. This position is for a Future New Business Opportunity.

We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

Koniag Emerging Technologies LLC is seeking a highly accomplished and experienced Program Assistant/Program Specialist Level V to provide strategic support to program activities and assist in coordinating the implementation of complex projects within a portfolio. This advanced position requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and a minimum of ten years of experience in a relevant field, along with demonstrated abilities in working on multifaceted projects and navigating intricate policy issues within overall guidelines. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, as well as in-depth knowledge of international narcotics and law enforcement issues, are essential.

Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:

The Program Assistant/Program Support Specialist Level V will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Provide strategic and expert support to program activities, assisting in coordinating the implementation of complex and high-priority projects within a portfolio.

• Draft and develop comprehensive success stories, briefing papers, talking points, and high-level presentations for senior management review and use.

• Manage and maintain comprehensive program files, records, and tracking systems for reports and documentation, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established protocols.

• Conduct extensive research and in-depth analysis to compile comprehensive information, reports, and statistical data regarding the supported program, ensuring relevance, accuracy, and actionable insights.

• Support senior officials in coordinating and addressing complex policy issues relating to the portfolio, providing subject matter expertise, strategic recommendations, and policy guidance.

• Assist in managing and overseeing program budget formulation processes, including conducting detailed analyses of budget proposals, preparing comprehensive justifications, and developing high-level memoranda for presentations to OMB and Congress.

• Evaluate program effectiveness and impact in relation to the funding expended for regional programs, providing in-depth analysis, strategic recommendations, and actionable strategies for improvement and optimization.

• Coordinate and lead logistical support for office outreach projects, ensuring seamless execution, successful outcomes, and alignment with program objectives.

• Perform advanced administrative duties as required to support program requirements, serving as a subject matter expert and valuable resource for the team.

• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Education:

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.

Work Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• For a position in the U.S., must be a U.S. Citizen or legal U.S. resident; for a position outside the U.S., any citizenship (U.S., Third Country National (TCN), and Local National (LN)) is allowable.

• Knowledge of and demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office Suite.

• A minimum of ten years of experience in a relevant field, preferably in program management, policy analysis, strategic planning, or a related role.

• Demonstrated ability to work on complex and multifaceted projects, navigate intricate policy issues within overall guidelines, and exhibit a high level of subject matter expertise.

• Exceptional skills in oral and written communication, sufficient to draft high-level action and information memos, congressional testimony, press guidance, and other critical correspondence for senior management and stakeholders.

• In-depth knowledge of international narcotics and law enforcement issues, regulations, best practices, emerging trends, and strategic considerations.

The Program Assistant/Program Specialist Level V plays a crucial role in providing strategic and expert support to program activities and assisting with the coordination of complex and high-priority projects within a portfolio. With a minimum of ten years of relevant experience, the successful candidate will bring a deep understanding of program management, policy analysis, strategic planning, and the ability to contribute effectively to various tasks at a senior level. Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, as well as in-depth knowledge of international narcotics and law enforcement issues, are essential for success in this advanced role, which often involves working closely with senior management, stakeholders, and providing strategic guidance and policy recommendations.

Working Environment & Conditions

This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

This position is primarily indoors, consistent with a standard office position and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. The incumbent is required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The workload may require the incumbent to sit for extended periods of time. The incumbent must be able to read, do simple math calculations and withstand moderate amounts of stress.

The incumbent must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require accommodation to navigate or to apply for a position on our website, please contact Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodation.

Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.

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