Senior Program Associate - Hybrid
Full Time
Chevy Chase, MD
Posted
Job description
Overview:
We value diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences. We are deliberate and self-reflective about the kind of team and culture that we are building, seeking staff that are not only strong in their own aptitudes but care deeply about supporting each other's growth. Our success depends on all our employees' points of view, and the principle that inclusion is everyone's responsibility.
Reporting & Supervision:
The Senior Program Associate will report to a (Senior) Project Managers or Senior Project Managers and may have a dotted line to a Project Director.Responsibilities:
An employee’s pay position will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, performance, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs.
EEOC Statement:
Creative is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age, or other legally protected characteristics. Military veterans, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
ACCESSIBILIT Y NOTICE:
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision:
Only finalists will be contacted. No phone calls, please. #LI-IB1
Creative Associates International is a dynamic, global development company that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions, and stabilization. Based in Chevy Chase, MD (metro Washington, D.C. area), Creative has programs in more than 30 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Founded in 1977, Creative is a minority-owned, mission-driven organization that has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.
We value diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences. We are deliberate and self-reflective about the kind of team and culture that we are building, seeking staff that are not only strong in their own aptitudes but care deeply about supporting each other's growth. Our success depends on all our employees' points of view, and the principle that inclusion is everyone's responsibility.
Position Summary:
The role of a Senior Associate is to provide administrative and coordinating support to 1-2 projects in an assigned practice area within a Technical Division. As needed, the Senior Associate will serve as Acting Manager when the Project Manager is out of the office or traveling. The Senior Associate will also provide business development (BD) support at an expected 20-25% LOE; BD support may include writing corporate capabilities or management sections; serving as pricing support; participating in capture efforts in a core role including participation on capture trips; or other support functions. The Senior Associate will travel to the field to provide administrative or operational support and to support BD capture efforts.
In addition to the core job duties, the Senior Associate will be given opportunities to explore different career paths at Creative. Opportunities will be based upon available LOE/support needed within the company.
Reporting & Supervision:
The Senior Program Associate will report to a (Senior) Project Managers or Senior Project Managers and may have a dotted line to a Project Director.
- Core job duties include processing project documentation and payments,
- contributing to project financial management including projections and spending,
- managing project budget trackers,
- managing project information and files with a leadership role in Knowledge Management plans for projects,
- liaising with support offices,
- drafting and reviewing project documents (i.e., deliverables) to ensure compliance with Creative and client policies and requirements.
- Bachelor's and 2 years of relevant administrative or professional work experience (including internships), including basic knowledge of financial management principles
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Organized and detail-oriented
- Ability to work collaborative with colleagues and teams from diverse backgrounds
- Willingness to travel up to 8 weeks per year
- Familiarity with MS Office suite, including ability to navigate and use Excel
Desired Skills and Qualifications
Foreign Language a plus- PMP or similar certification a plus
The
Salary Range for this position is expected to be: $61,300 - $75,000
An employee’s pay position will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, performance, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs.
EEOC Statement:
Creative is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age, or other legally protected characteristics. Military veterans, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
ACCESSIBILIT Y NOTICE:
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please send an email to Ireneb@creativedc.com.
Please view Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision:
Creative will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Only finalists will be contacted. No phone calls, please. #LI-IB1
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