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Senior Specialist, Business TransformationCity/Country Location Details Bethesda, MarylandEmployment StatusJob Type CorporateJob Title/Grade: Senior Specialist,Business TransformationGrade:P6Reports to: VicePresident,USGBusinessTransformationDepartment: Business TransformationBusinessUnit:USGWork Location: Bethesda, MarylandAbout DAIDAI works at thecutting edgeof international development, combining technical excellence, professional project management, and exceptional customer service to solve our clients’ most complex problems. Since 1970, DAI has worked in 150 developing and transition countries, providing comprehensive development solutions in areas including crisis mitigation and stability operations, democratic governance, public sector management, agriculture, private sector development economics and trade, land tenure and property rights, public health, water and natural resources management, and energy and climate change.Function of the Position:TheBusinessTransformationSeniorSpecialistsupports the effective and efficient operations of the USG Business Transformation Teamand serves as one of the leads of the Digital TransformationProgram Project Management Office.The dynamic nature of this role requires exemplaryorganizational and communicationskills,as well asthe ability to identify, anticipate, and respond to various needs.Thisrolewill serve as amainpoint of contact acrossmultiple organizations, departments, and workstreams, and thereforemust interact seamlessly and with a professional demeanor across a broad range of individuals including members within the Business Transformation team, USG Leadership Team, Digital Transformation Program(DTP), and other senior managers. The incumbent must handlehighly sensitiveand confidential financial, legal, personnel and institutional information with professionalism and discretion.This position is mostappropriate forsomeone who likes a fast-paced work environment, teamwork, and managing diverse responsibilities.This is a full-time, permanent position.Roles and Responsibilities:Project Oversight
Escalates issues toappropriate decision-makeras needed; keepsVP, Business Transformationinformed of key issues.
Develops weekly progress reports for senior leadership.
Manages resources and encourages collaboration across DTP workstreams and System Integrator teams.
Tracks and monitorsstatus of key decisions and action items.
Quality Assurance
Reviews, supports, and edits deliverables asrequested.
Maintains organization of SharePoint folder structure and proper record filing.
Risk Management
Assistsin analyzingareas of riskandadvisingprojectleadershipon proposedsolutions and preventative measures.
Assistsin troubleshootingcomplex, or cross-departmentalissues.
Ensures compliance with DAI policies and procedures.
Business Administration
Developsbriefing materials for key meetings as needed.
Leadsadministrative management of indirect service providers, includingreviewing vendor invoices, tracking service provider invoiced to date against budget ceiling, coordinating with Accounts Payable (AP), and processing and supplier/vendor invoices for review or approval.
Managesmeetings administration, scheduling, and documentation.
Reportson schedule to senior leadership, flagging any potential delays and escalating as needed.
Supportsand/or draftsmemos and tracking reports for team archives.
Managesmeetings and presentations, including room reservations, invitationmanagement,briefing materials,catering,presentation support,and other duties as assigned.
Other:
Maintain confidential and sensitive information.
Other additional and/or alternative duties as assigned from time to time.
Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications :
Grade P6: Minimum of5years of relevant professional experience and a college degree. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Strong attention to detail.
Able to work as part of a decentralized team with minimal oversight.
Excellent organizational skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with internal and external clients, and tailor communication style to diverse audiences.
Flexible and able to adapt to changing needs, priorities, and scopes.
Able to handle confidential and/or sensitive information with discretion.
Able to build andmaintainexcellent working relationships with staff at all levels of the organization and external clients from diverse backgrounds.
Familiarity with the importance of diversity and inclusion.
Works well under pressure.
Authorized to work in the United States.
Equivalent education and experience will be considered.Preferred Qualifications :
Previousexperience leading or supporting long-term corporate initiatives in business transformation and organizational development.
Proficiencywith SharePoint, Microsoft Dynamics, Power BI, and Power Automate is desirable.
Previousexperience in a role demanding confidentiality of company and staff information desirable.
Proficiencywith Microsoft word, excel, and PowerPoint is desirable.
Supervisory Requirements: NoneCompensation & Benefits:For employees working the United States, the full-time equivalent annual base salary for this position is expected to be between $94,780 to $111,506. Actual offers will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, qualifications, relevant education, experience, skills, seniority, performance, and business or organizational needs.Eligible U.S. based employees will be able to enroll in medical, dental and vision insurance, plus a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match. Additionally, employees will be eligible for company-paid annual leave (vacation & holidays), sick leave, and parental leave, as well as short- and long-term disability coverage. Detailed information will be provided at the time a formal offer is extended.Equal Employment OpportunityAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran.DAI and its employees are committed to confronting discrimination in all forms, nurturing respect for our interpersonal relationships, and holding ourselves accountable for positive change within the company and in the communities, cultures, and countries in which we live and work. DAI is committed to attracting and retaining the best employees from all races, ethnicities, and backgrounds in our continued effort to become a better development partner.DAI upholds the highest ethical standards. We are committed to the prevention of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment as well as other ethical breaches. All our positions are therefore subject to stringent vetting and reference checks.Back (https://phf.tbe.taleo.net/phf04/ats/careers/v2/searchResults?org=DAINC&cws=48)
