WWC Global is seeking a Program Associate to support USAID’s Bureau for Development, Democracy, and Innovation, Center for Democracy, Human Rights, and Governance (DRG Center). The selected candidate will help manage mechanisms intended to advance DRG objectives and help ensure DRG programs are designed and implemented in accordance with legal requirements and Agency policies. Program Associates will be responsible for supporting the DRG Center’s annual program reporting requirements, program design and procurement process, working with technical teams to develop the DRG Center’s annual Operational Plan, advising technical teams on program cycle policies and requirements, and assisting with program monitoring and evaluation.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Support implementation of the S4D/PIDR deliverables throughout the Center.
• Providing daily management and support for all stages of USAID’s Program Cycle for the DRG Center, including Congressional reporting, new activity designs and approvals, and portfolio reviews.
• Support teams with acquisition and assistance agreement preparation directly related to PIDR and assist with the resolution of questions related to a variety of grant/agreement issues, including Office of Acquisition and Assistance (OAA) award practices, new guidance and program needs.
• Keep abreast of timetables and upcoming deadlines, along with key OAA Procurement Action Lead Time (PALT) milestones prior to PIDR awards. Monitor and track approval of pending contract, grant, and personnel actions, scopes of work, and other procurement instruments.
• Managing, monitoring, and reporting on PIDR financial information and full involvement in the budget planning and execution process.
• Supporting teams with acquisition and assistance agreement preparation and assisting with the resolution of questions related to a variety of grant or agreement issues.
• Monitoring and tracking approval of pending contracts, grants, personnel actions, and other procurement activities.
• Potentially serve as activity manager for DRG projects, performing the full range of project management functions, including analyzing and preparing program status reports and identifying trends and best practices.
• Contributing to the consistent collection and reporting of data which includes the Performance Plan and Report (PPR), and other key issues.
• Preparing briefing papers, memos, analytical graphics and reports on technical activities, and responding to inquiries from stakeholders.
• Obtaining clearances on taskers and updating trackers.
• Contributing to strategic communications. This might include disseminating success stories, program summaries, and others.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

Work Environment:

• Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone and printers) and /or occasional Loud noise (airfield, large equipment).
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to sit, stand, talk, and hear.
• Employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to operate a computer.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel:

• 0-10% / Minimal travel expected.

WWC Global, a Pequot company, is a tribally-owned firm providing management consulting services to U.S. government agencies.

Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Native Americans and spouses in all phases of employment.

At WWC Global, our employees are the embodiment of our success as a firm. Our team is comprised of a tenacious group of diverse professionals located across the globe. It includes military veterans and spouses of active duty troops, former federal employees, policy experts, academics, attorneys, and technical and business experts, all of whom share a strong work ethic and the skills to succeed in both collaborative and independent environments. WWC Global is invested in the long-term success of both our clients and colleagues for the right reasons. Our dedication to putting good government into practice is underpinned by a merit-based culture that measures success by productivity and credibility.

WWC Global will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants who are unable to utilize our online application system due to a disability. Please send your request to WWC Global HR at hr@wwcglobal.com.

WWC Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer – we do not discriminate based on age, race, national or ethnic origin, gender, veterans status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected class. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Equal Employment Opportunity and Employee Polygraph Protection Act.

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Requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of professional experience.
• Current, active Secret clearance.
• Demonstrated experience supporting or coordinating foreign assistance and/or international development.
• Demonstrated experience with program management.
• Demonstrated ability to support the development of scopes of work or terms of reference for activities, grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements.
• Strong interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity to interact effectively and diplomatically with individuals at all levels to facilitate effective partnerships and collaboration within diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience maintaining program files and record keeping.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, to include reviewing and editing documents.
• Demonstrated ability to be attentive to detail and manage complex taskings in an efficient manner.
• Outstanding communication skills, influencing abilities, and client focus.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using all Microsoft Office applications.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. WWC Global will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree.
• Experience with program management, including the full range of functions in USAID’s program cycle, or similar.
• Experience with monitoring, data analysis and utilization to inform program learning.
• Experience supporting program implementation and coordination and/or budget tracking in international development.
• Experience using Google Suite (Gmail, Calendar, Documents, Sheets, or Google Drive).
• Available immediately.

Benefits

WWC Global offers a competitive benefits plan including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance

Eligibility requirements apply.