ANSER
SME/Program Analyst, Defense Security Cooperation Agency (Finance)
OVERVIEW:
ANSER enhances national and homeland security by strengthening public institutions. We provide thought leadership for complex issues through independent analysis and we deliver practical, useful solutions. ANSER values collaboration, integrity, and initiative and we are client focused in all that we do. Because we were established for the purpose of public service and not for profit, we measure our success in the impact of our service.
SPECIFIC JOB DESCRIPTION:
ANSER is seeking experienced Subject Matter Expert (SME)/Program Analysts to support a Task Order providing program management support services to the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DCSA). SME/Program Analysts will be subject matter experts to be assigned in support of the Regional Portfolio Directors (RPDs) or Country Portfolio Directors (CPDs) in their oversight of the U.S. Government's Security Cooperation (SC) programs. Specific responsibilities include:
Programmatic and administrative support;
Assisting in coordinating and facilitating information;
Fostering interdepartmental relationships;
Performing research;
Analyzing data;
Pulling reports from various data systems;
Reviewing Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOAs) and training an equipment lists;
Developing congressional notification tables;
Supporting Program Management Reviews and/or Security Assistance Management Reviews;
Facilitating communication with implementing agencies;
Supporting the RPDs or CPDs in the day-to-day management of programs;
Supporting special projects as needed that may include administrative support, development of briefing material, and logistical support for meetings.
These are full-time positions based at DSCA in Crystal City, VA. The anticipated start date is October 1, 2019. These positions are contingent upon award.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
A minimum of three (3) years of work experience (within the last five (5) years) related to a solid understanding of Foreign Military Sales and its related fields of logistics, financial management, military education and training, transportation, and current security cooperation database management tools.
Flexibility, excellent interpersonal skills, project coordination experience, and the ability to work well with all levels of internal management staff, Department of Defense (DoD) counterparts, as well as foreign clients and industry representatives.
Knowledge and prior experience in Security Assistance policy and procedure, related legislation with the ability to assist in the management of complex operations involving compliance with policy issues.
Ability to foster a positive relationship with DoD Agencies, State Department, respective Combatant Commanders, Joint Staff, Military Departments and in-country Security Cooperation Officers in the allocation and execution of FMS and BPC programs and the management of Foreign Military Financing (FMF).
Strong computer, analytical skills, and the ability to research and communicate effectively in writing.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite applications Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Proficiency with Excel to perform data evaluation, formulas, analytics and spreadsheets.
Ability to transfer presentation graphics from Excel into PowerPoint or Word.
Active secret security clearance required.
Preferred requirements
Increased experience in related security cooperation areas and programs, such as BPC programs, military requirements development, Counter Terrorism, and Global Train and Equip programs and funding, Afghanistan Security Forces fund through the FMS process.
Increased experience in program management, project lead, and/or process improvements.
Proficiency with SharePoint, Access database, graphical arts, and media presentation.
EDUCATION & YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
DISCLAIMER:
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ANSER is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We seek individuals from a broad variety of backgrounds with varying levels of experience who have a desire to do meaningful work. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.