Program Analyst

Department of War Education Activity • Alexandria, VA

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About The Position

This position is located at Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) Headquarters in Alexandria, Virginia, and may be eligible for situational telework under agency policy. DoWEA is transitioning from the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA).

The Program Analyst advises the Chief of Staff to the Chief Academic Officer on enterprise initiatives, strategic priorities, and organizational matters. The role conducts complex studies and analyses of agency programs, organizational structures, management processes, and operations; monitors organizational performance and evaluates program outcomes; and supports governance forums, executive reviews, and management oversight. It also oversees stakeholder and family support programs, including Family and School Engagement Offices and Advisory Committees.

The position requires at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level. Applicants must qualify through experience; education cannot substitute for the required experience. Applicants who have held a General Schedule position within the past 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent. The position requires worldwide placement availability and willingness to rotate to any DoWEA location, as well as signing a mobility agreement. A one-year probationary period is required.

Requirements

• At least one year of specialized experience serving as a principal advisor and authoritative expert to executive-level leadership on integrating highly complex, agency-wide strategic initiatives and organizational priorities.
• At least one year of specialized experience establishing and governing enterprise-level performance management systems, metrics, and strategic scorecards to drive organizational accountability and long-term capability development.
• At least one year of specialized experience negotiating agreements and building strategic coalitions with high-level internal and external stakeholders, headquarters officials, and external partners to resolve highly sensitive, complex, or controversial program issues.
• Applicants who have held a General Schedule position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-13).
• Must meet the qualification requirement through experience; education cannot be substituted for experience.
• Proof of U.S. citizenship is required.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• A suitability or fitness determination based on a background investigation is required.
• Applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Requirement.
• May be required to sign a transportation agreement.
• Must sign a mobility agreement, be available for worldwide placement, and be willing to rotate to any DoWEA location.
• Only applicants meeting one or more of the listed employment authority categories may apply.
• Candidates should be committed to improving federal government efficiency, the ideals of the American republic, the rule of law, and the United States Constitution.

Responsibilities

• Advise the Chief of Staff to the Chief Academic Officer on enterprise initiatives, strategic priorities, and organizational matters.
• Conduct complex studies and analyses of agency programs, organizational structures, management processes, and operational activities.
• Monitor organizational performance and evaluate program outcomes.
• Build consensus and facilitate cooperative and collaborative relationships within the organization and with external partners.
• Apply qualitative and quantitative analytical methods to identify trends, assess performance, and evaluate organizational outcomes.
• Support governance forums, executive review processes, and management oversight activities.
• Oversee stakeholder and family support programs, including Family and School Engagement Offices (FSEOs) and Advisory Committees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed