Senior Program Analyst

Aptive

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About The Position

Aptive seeks an experienced Senior Program Analyst / Training and Instructional Design Specialist to provide senior-level analytical, programmatic, and instructional design support across the Veteran Directed Care (VDC) and Caregiver Support Program (CSP). This role is responsible for leading program analyses, readiness review support, development of implementation materials, and the design and delivery of virtual national field-based training. The position integrates deep subject-matter expertise with adult learning principles to support consistent program implementation, regulatory compliance, and effective knowledge transfer across VHA Geriatrics and Extended Care (GEC) stakeholders.

Requirements

• 8+ years of relevant experience supporting federal, state, or large-scale healthcare, caregiver, or long-term services and supports (LTSS) programs
• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Health Administration, Social Work, Policy, Health Sciences, Data Analytics, or a related field
• Demonstrated experience leading program analyses, developing policy or implementation resources, and producing executive-level written deliverables
• Experience designing and delivering virtual or in-person training using adult learning principles
• Strong facilitation, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Proven ability to manage complex tasks, coordinate with multiple stakeholders, and meet tight deadlines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and virtual collaboration platforms
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently in a dynamic environment

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Public Health, Health Policy, Health Administration, Education, Instructional Design, or a related discipline
• Experience supporting Veteran Directed Care (VDC), Caregiver Support Program (CSP), PCAFC, PGCSS, or similar self-directed care and caregiver programs
• Familiarity with federal and VA regulations related to caregiver support, LTSS, and home- and community-based services
• Formal training or certification in instructional design, adult learning, or curriculum development
• Experience supporting national-level training initiatives for healthcare or social service programs
• Prior experience working with or supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs or other federal healthcare agencies
• Experience incorporating evaluation data, surveys, or performance metrics into training and program improvement efforts

Responsibilities

• The Senior Program Analyst / Training and Instructional Design Specialist leads and supports readiness reviews
• conducts in-depth program, policy, and operational analyses
• develops high-quality deliverables including VACO and VAMC briefings, targeted and topical reports, implementation guides, process flow diagrams, fact sheets, FAQs, and training curricula.
• The role supports virtual national field-based trainings by researching content, developing slide decks and supporting materials, coordinating preparation calls, managing technical delivery logistics, and supporting post-training follow-up, surveys, and reporting.
• The Specialist collaborates closely with Government program staff to ensure all materials align with VHA, GEC, CSP, PCAFC, and PGCSS standards and reflect best practices in self-directed care and caregiver support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees