Strategic Planning Manager

Guidehouse•Washington, DC

3d•$113,000 - $188,000

About The Position

The Strategic Planning Manager will serve as an advisor and technical expert responsible for developing, managing, and executing strategic planning efforts for large, complex, interdisciplinary projects across the Department of State (DoS). The role provides high-level analytical, programmatic, and planning support to ensure alignment of mission objectives, financial resources, and digital strategy initiatives.

Requirements

An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance
Bachelor’s Degree (coursework or experience in architecture, interior design, business management, or communications preferred)
FIVE (5) years’ experience, with a minimum of THREE (3) years of experience managing planning, scoping, design, and execution of assigned projects.
Experience supporting the Department of State in a space management, construction, or IT capacity.
Experience formulating long-range policies and digital strategic initiatives for complex IT systems.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of Agile methodologies and frameworks
Experience with Azure DevOps
Experience conducting budget analysis to assess cost-effectiveness of program initiatives.
Experience utilizing Archibus or other Integrated Workplace Management Systems (IWMS) to manage real property assets.
Experience developing efficient, cost-effective solutions to IT-related issues and analyzing and resolving policy and planning problems.

Responsibilities

Review strategic financial, budget, and fiscal data to ensure accuracy and accountability for multi-year project portfolios.
Maintain up-to-date monthly project funding status, reviewing and resolving unliquidated obligations, and preparing detailed budget justifications.
Plan and conduct cost-effectiveness studies to inform IT investments, development processes, and budget initiatives.
Serve as advisor for synchronizing, coordinating, and integrating all digital strategy initiatives.
Coordinate strategic, programmatic, and budgetary initiatives across multiple stakeholders and organizational levels.
Analyze management problems and providing advice and insight about the probable effects of alternative solutions.
Prepare and present briefing materials and provide clear, well-supported input in decision forums.

Benefits

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend