Amyx is seeking a Portfolio Lead to join our DTRA CTR contract in Ft. Belvoir, VA.
The Portfolio Lead (PL) works directly with client Program Managers (PM) as well as other Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) personnel contributing to implementation of the Biological Threat Reduction Program (BTRP) priorities. They are responsible for ensuring that client deliverables meet quality and schedule requirements. The PLs engage and collaborate with government counterparts on a broad range of activities, including project management; financial management; quality assurance; knowledge management; partner relationship management; acquisition life-cycle support; new country engagements as well as recurring and pop-up tasks.
PL is primarily a project management role that supports implementation of Cooperative Threat Reduction (CTR) priorities, acquisition plans, and facilitates collaboration across various government and A&AS teams using the Integrated Project Team (IPT) concept. The PL provides or facilitates comprehensive support to ensure the success of the assigned portfolio under the guidance of the associated PM(s). This includes planning ahead to anticipate needed actions and advise the client in advance.
This role requires a thorough understanding of the BTRP mission, nature of biological threats and biological threat reduction approaches, the international nonproliferation regime, and key stakeholders working in the domains of nonproliferation and global health security spanning public and animal health sectors.
The role requires excellent communication and teamwork skills, ability to support government clients achieve strategic objectives without losing sight of detail, ability to keep track of formal and informal taskers and deliver necessary advisory and assistance services in support of multiple, competing priorities. The PL is expected to partner with the government PMs as well as A&AS counterparts and be a reliable source of advice and assistance.
PLs report to the Division Lead. PLs’ primary client interfaces are the Country, Regional, Science and other government Managers within Integrated Project Teams (IPTs).
PLs work across government and A&AS teams to support the BTRP mission through:
PLs are responsible for building relationships with the government counterparts in order to effectively advise on and assist with matters related to the portfolio. PLs are required to understand the limitations and restrictions pertaining to the contractor’s role and authorities/responsibilities that qualify as an inherently government function.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Must have the ability to communicate accurate information
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
SECRET clearance or higher.
Bachelors (B.A. or B.S.) Degree
At least 3 years of project management, government acquisition or similar experience.
Experience and successful track record building effective relationship with clients and other stakeholders, understanding client’s requirements and meeting client expectations.
Experience applying project management best practices in support of multiple ongoing projects while delivering high-quality outputs. Ability to track multiple competing priorities and dynamic portfolio components.
Track record working in a matrixed environment, coordinating work across large, diverse teams, and being an effective and collaborative team member.
Ability to work collaboratively and independently
Excellent communication, critical thinking, and problem solving skills
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office tool suites.
Demonstrated ability to write for senior leaders.
Flexibility/adaptability/suitability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to travel internationally.
Travel up to 25% of the time
Requirement to work in the office at least 2-3 days a week.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
Masters (M.A. or M.S.) Degree
10 years of project management, government acquisition or similar experience.
Familiarity with Cooperative Threat Reduction with experience related to DTRA CTR and government acquisition processes preferable.
International experience.
Project Management Professional (or equivalent) certification.
Benefits include:
Please contact talent@amyx.com with any questions!
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Physical Demands
Employee needs to be able to sit at a workstation for extended periods; use hand(s) to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Most positions require ability to work on desktop or laptop computer for extended periods of time reading, reviewing/analyzing information, and providing recommendations, summaries and/or reports in written format. Must be able to effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing. Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds. Regular and predictable attendance is essential.
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