Vice President Programs - Electromagnetic Systems
Chief Executive Officer Job 20 miles from Washington
As Vice President Programs you will collaborate, communicate and work cross functionally within Program Management, Engineering, Operations and other support functions to build and maintain strong relationships and ensure consistency and scalability across the organization. You'll be responsible for Profit and Loss (P&L) pertaining to a program portfolio that will typically include a business unit (or subset) of customer deliverables. At an Executive level, you will lead, plan, and direct the program planning, execution, and management activities of your assigned business unit. You'll partner with stakeholders across the company to support major program development efforts from inception to execution leveraging your strategic planning, operational excellence and innovative mindset to deliver optimal results. You will be responsible for developing and leading initiatives through transformation and growth while maintaining execution cadence as priority. You'll be in a significant company-level Executive leadership role relative to developing our fundamental business vision and strategy. You will ensure operational alignment with the vision and strategy through clear communication leveraging relatable and actionable terms for all in the organization, being visible and accessible to create buy in, reinforcing our agile culture and tradition of engaged leadership.
The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains - air, land, sea, space and cyber. **********************************************
Must Haves:
Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Finance, Engineering or a related field
Relevant experience may substitute for required education
Strong program management execution skills, results driven, and ability to hold team accountable for end results, setting appropriate milestones along the way to validate progress
Solid leadership, communication, motivation and interpersonal skills, and the ability to manage programs that will include working with individuals with varying disciplines, backgrounds and experience levels
Proven track record of successful, innovative leadership and delivery of performance results in complex program execution; strong implementation skills to ensure programs and policies support business objectives and initiatives
Must possess strong human relation skills to select, develop, coach, mentor, discipline and reward employees; possess well-developed interpersonal skills to manage, lead, and direct; ability to deal effectively with people and resolve conflicts and identify solutions
Demonstrated superior leadership outcomes in the areas of leading self, leading others, and leading an organization
Must be goal-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work independently
Ability to organize and prioritize daily work, including tracking and managing large programs, and see programs to completion
Familiarity with managing projects requiring Earned Value Management (EVM)
Must be able to understand the needs of the business for which development work is being performed
Ability to use insight of the organization's internal and external business environment to improve outcomes that affect business/account; proven ability to drive positive change with continuous improvement
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including but not limited to the ability to present ideas, proposals, and results to business segment leaders and to internal and external customers
Strong interpersonal and influence skills to cultivate relationships, facilitate negotiations, and build partnerships with customers
Ability to publicly represent company initiatives with internal and external clients in sensitive and highly visible circumstances
Strong strategic management, planning, and analytical skills for defining and framing initiatives for current and potential clients; ability to analyze financial and cost data and develop conclusions and recommendations
Must possess general understanding of how corporate policies, procedures, practices and processes relate to the associated business unit/area and internal and external customers
Demonstrated success in managing indirect budgets
The ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required
Preferred:
Typically 20+ years of relevant experience; 15+ years demonstrated program management experience; 15+ years in a supervisory or management capacity; 15+ years direct work experience in engineering or program management of aerospace/defense programs
Master's degree in business administration, finance, accounting, management or related field with experience in building collaborative teams with joint sales objectives
Demonstrated ability to shape project/program management vision and strategic direction for a major segment of the technology business within the organization
Knowledge of Radio Frequency (RF) systems including SIGINT (COMINT, ELINT, Special Signals), Electronic Warfare, and Over-the-Air Communications. This is an area that we are expanding in and will be a key growth objective
Familiarity with sensor fusion technologies for platform self-protection, increased situational awareness, and collaborative, networked SIGINT/EW operations
Ability to collaborate with industry partners to support our growth and market vision to drive results and create strategies to establish business in new markets or expansion in current accounts
Demonstrated high level of integrity and personal responsibility with strong customer engagement skills and a vision for how SNC can grow its RF-based solutions business. Growth beyond our current portfolio of programs is a primary responsibility in this role
Demonstrated problem-solving skills under resource constraints and time pressure with the ability to find resolutions. In this role, the VP of Programs has an active role in programs execution, business capture, and product roadmaps
This responsibility includes contracts, IR&D activities, Capital Expenses, and Business Development
Key Leadership Traits:
Highly collaborative - able to work within the Electro Magnetic Systems (EMS) Business Unit, the Mission Systems & Technologies (MST) Business Area, and across SNC
Ability to drive execution excellence, scalability, and agility while remaining innovative and future focused
Emotionally intelligent, inspirational leader with strong executive presence, adept at influencing diverse groups of people, overcoming resistance, and gaining buy-in
Intellectually curious, life-long learner with a growth mindset and in innate curiosity
Ability to apply engineering & solutioning skills to support programmatic & technology decisions needed to keep our products relevant and to create new opportunities for growth
Acquisition process knowledge and the ability to translate that into how to position EMS best to capture & maintain contracts and promote healthy customer relationships
Ability to develop and maintain high performing teams through strong personal and team growth and mentoring skills for business and engineering leaders, business captures team members, and financial management and operations staff
Estimated Starting Salary: $231,574.40 - $318,414.79
SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.
SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.
Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.
SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We're known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation's most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. SNC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made without regarding to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. Contributions to SNC come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.
Chief People Officer, and Executive Vice-President, People & Talent
Chief Executive Officer Job In Washington, DC
Role Description:
The Chief People Officer, and Executive Vice-President, People & Talent is responsible for providing strategic leadership and articulating HR needs and plans to the CEO & General Manager, senior executive management team and the organization. The position is also responsible for developing and executing the HR strategy in support of the overall business plan and strategic direction of the organization in all areas of HR (Talent Acquisition/Management, Learning and Development, Compensation, Benefits, Labor, Compliance, Employee Relations, and EEO). The Chief People Officer, and Executive Vice-President, People and Talent ensures the Authority's HR function is service-oriented, proactive, cost-effective, and aligns with and supports the Authority's mission, vision, and strategic plan. This position reports directly to the CEO/General Manager with extensive latitude and independent judgment on a wide array of HR matters and serves as a member of the Senior Executive Leadership Team.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Provides daily planning and administration to subordinates and is responsible for the selection, assignment, supervision, promotion, discipline, and training of personnel within the business unit's functional area.
Key Working Relationships: Internal and external stakeholders, including DC Water's Board of Directors; senior management and staff of the Authority; public officials in federal, state, and local government; and the general public.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
Required Experience:
Fifteen (15) years of Human Resources experience at the enterprise level with at least five (5) years of executive Human Resources experience to include at least five (5) years of leading cross-functional Human Resources Teams.
Minimum Education Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Management or a related field from an accredited college or university.
Required Skills:
Proven experience leading Human Resources at the enterprise level
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and provide strategic leadership
Excellent inter-personal, communication, analytical, organizational, management, and negotiation skills
Strategic problem-solving skills
Proven supervisory and leadership skills
Thorough knowledge of employment related laws and regulations
Required Licenses & Certifications:
N/A
Required Languages:
English
Physical Requirements:
General office conditions
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.
We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Chief of Staff
Chief Executive Officer Job In Washington, DC
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied and separated children who are forcibly displaced from their countries of origin. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child's rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety. Building on its extensive programming and successful model in the United States, KIND is expanding in the Americas and Europe to bring its experience to bear in working with unaccompanied and separated children. Our work focuses on addressing the legal and mental health needs of this population; building strong partnerships and engaging in training and capacity strengthening with governments, NGOs, and the private sector; and advocating for systemic and pragmatic reforms to advance the rights of unaccompanied and separated children.
Position Summary
Reporting to the President, the Chief of Staff works closely with the senior leadership team (SLT). They drive strategy at the organizational level, ensuring that KIND's strategic plan delivers on our mission, addresses our most pressing priorities, and maximizes our organizational impact. This Chief of Staff is a champion for innovation and operational excellence. They fully leverage their relationships, acting as trusted advisor to the President and leaders, and a pragmatic connector between leadership and staff. They role model collaboration, have a natural ability to engage with people at all levels, and actively bring together all stakeholders. Essential Functions
Driver of Organizational Strategy
Maintains a strategic overview of the organization's landscape, priorities, and challenges.
Identifies and drives the response to new programmatic and operational priorities, in collaboration with the President and SLT.
Helps to identify the right organizational structure and practices that best enable KIND's overarching mission.
Collaborator and Connector
Brings together key stakeholders, fostering cross-departmental collaboration and promoting a unified team approach.
Facilitates thoughtful consideration of different perspectives to arrive at practical, well-informed solutions.
Serves as a liaison between the organization, SLT and the President, ensuring timely information and feedback flow in all directions.
Collaborates closely with the Communications Office to ensure clear, effective messaging for both internal and external audiences.
Ensures organization-wide understanding, alignment, and follow-through with regards to organizational initiatives.
Trusted Advisor
Serves as a trusted advisor and sounding board to the President and SLT, providing objective guidance and helping them navigate complex issues.
Approaches discussions with impartiality and candor, prioritizing the organization's needs over personal agendas.
Uses a combination of their gravitas and approachability to help people work through matters, thinking about a situation from all angles, to find the best path forward.
Innovator and Thought Leader
Proactively challenges conventional perspectives by posing critical, thought-provoking questions that drive valuable insights.
Encourages strategic thinking and innovation within the SLT, fostering a culture of forward-thinking and creative problem-solving.
Improves current processes and coordinates organizational procedures for optimized efficiency and productivity in collaboration with senior leadership.
Project Manager
Oversees assigned strategic projects, from development through to successful execution, in collaboration with other SLT members.
Takes a strategic approach to project execution, overseeing resource allocation and coordinating team efforts to ensure the successful achievement of project objectives.
Coordinator
Optimizes the use of SLT and Executive Leadership Team (ELT) meeting time and follows up on action items.
Maintains regular communication and consultation with the Board of Directors and Advisory Committees, as required, to keep them informed and engaged.
Qualifications and Requirements
Minimum of 10 years of experience in business management.
A track record across a number of leadership roles across different parts of an organization.
Advanced degree in Law, Business Administration or another relevant field preferred.
Strong experience of either setting and leading strategy through in-house leadership roles or in a consulting capacity.
Nimble business mind with a focus on continuous improvement, and on developing innovative solutions.
Demonstrable experience of engaging and influencing stakeholders at all levels to successfully deliver projects and programs.
Extensive experience in planning, leading, and executing strategic initiatives.
Excellent prior experience of managing multiple competing priorities in a busy senior role.
Prior exposure to working with boards, donors and other senior external stakeholders.
Proven experience in organizing and directing cross-functional teams.
Proficient in data analysis and budget management.
Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and communication styles.
Commitment to prioritizing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, as well as embracing transparency and authenticity in daily work life.
Commitment to practicing and supporting wellbeing and a work-home life balance.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (such as Teams, Excel, etc.).
Our Benefits - Medical, dental, and vision insurance with KIND paying 100% of the employee only portion of the premium for one of the two medical plan options, dental, and vision. - Pre-tax flexible spending account (FSA) for both medical and dependent care. - Pre-tax transit and parking spending account. - Employer-paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance. - Employer-paid short and long-term disability insurance. For a complete list of benefits, please click here. Our Focus on Wellness KIND recognizes that our ability to help our clients starts with helping our team members. KIND has prioritized wellness for employees through Mindfulness and Wellness Trainings, Wellness Platforms, Employee Assistance and Resilience Programs, Time Away and Office Wellness Activities. For more information regarding our Wellness initiatives please visit this link.
Application Instructions
To be considered for this role, please submit an employment application at supportkind.org/join-the-team, along with your resume and cover letter.
KIND has an organization-wide commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We strive to create a work environment where everyone has a sense of belonging. Individuals from historically underrepresented or underserved communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Disclaimer:
KIND is committed to an ethical recruitment and hiring process and maintains a firm no fees recruitment policy. We will never charge a fee or ask for money as part of the application process. KIND also conducts all interviews via telephone or video conference, and at no time will KIND engage in a text or mobile app-based application or interview process. For more information, please visit the following website:
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Assistant Chief Administrative Officer
Chief Executive Officer Job 27 miles from Washington
This position performs senior level administrative work as a staff assistant to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) who works under the direction of the CAO. Work includes performing management studies, making policy analyses, carrying out specific project assignments and special projects. Performs advanced professional level administrative work under direction of the Executive or the Chief Administrative Officer. Carries out legislative coordination functions such as analyzing and preparing executive legislation, or oversees lobbying activities. Employees also resolve major program problems; and develop, evaluate, and implement effective financial programs, controls and procedures. Employees in this class will also perform special assignments and projects for the executive and may serve as hearing officer in delegated cases.
Includes the following: (Other related duties may be assigned)
Receives specific project assignments from the CAO.
Conducts investigations and surveys as assigned by the CAO.
Assist departments and agencies in developing work plans to address operational deficiencies or to improve operations.
Writes reports on findings; makes recommendations of alternative courses of action.
Assists the CAO in the day-to-day operations and special projects as directed.
Receives complaints and suggestions and relays concerns and recommended solutions to the CAO.
Advises department heads and other officials on matters and special projects as directed by the CAO.
Performs advanced administrative labor relations work under executive level direction.
Work includes assisting in labor relations matters, which may include contract negotiations, contract interpretations, and provides counsel to the CAO and the labor relations coordinator/designee.
Serves as the personnel officer's designee to hear employee grievances and appeals.
Issues written decisions.
May direct lower level classified employees in the performance of the day-to-day staff tasks of the CAO and Deputy Chief Administrative Officer (DCAO).
Assures the timely and accurate disposition of all work of the office; makes sure that deadlines for the submission of such items as reports and budget are met on-time.
MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's Degree and five (5) years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
PREFERRED EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Thorough knowledge of the theories, principles and practices of local government administration.
Working knowledge of the legal requirements to be met by the Executive.
Ability to gather and analyze information and data from many sources in the government and to make alternative recommendations for action based on such information, on the Policies and Procedures and on the exercise of good judgment.
Ability to recognize the potential impacts of the client's decisions on matters of various natures.
Ability to express ideas clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain tactful and effective working relationships with the client's department and office heads.
Ability to prepare technical records and reports.
Vice President Investment Banking - ADG
Chief Executive Officer Job In Washington, DC
Title: Investment Banking Vice President - ADG
Company Summary: We are currently partnered with a top-tier, high end, boutique M&A Advisory and Consulting Firm looking to add a Vice President to their growing team in Washington D.C.. This firm is an industry leader across the US within the Aerospace, Defense, & Government Services industry. This firm puts a huge emphasis on work-life balance and culture, while allowing the Vice President a clear path to becoming a Partner! The Vice President will have the opportunity to continue to gain industry expertise while expanding their skillset in a highly regarded position.
Investment Banking Vice President will be responsible for:
Assisting in executing buy-side M&A transactions
Being a part of client meetings and marketing meetings
Participating in research in order to generate new business
Preparing for proposals, offering memoranda, transaction-related financial models, and more for client meetings
Investment Banking Vice President should have the following qualifications:
7-10 years experience in Investment Banking, Private Equity, Corporate Development or other M&A related field
Preference for Investment Banking and Buy-Side experience
Bachelor's Degree
Great oral and written communication skills
Experience performing financial analysis as well as valuation analyses in excel
Ability to run an M&A deal process end-to-end
3-5 years experience within Aerospace, Defense, & Government Services
If you are interested in the Investment Banking Vice President role, then please don't wait to apply.
Vice President Community Outreach and Engagement
Chief Executive Officer Job 7 miles from Washington
Vice President, Community Outreach and Engagement
Full-Time ∙ Exempt-Salaried ∙ Remote
Are you seeking a fulfilling career that creates a meaningful impact? For over 25 years, ZERO Prostate Cancer has been a driving force in the fight against prostate cancer, offering vital support to patients and families impacted by prostate cancer. As the premier national nonprofit, ZERO drives research, enhances the lives of those affected by the disease, and sparks advocacy. With consistent recognition as one of the Best Nonprofits to Work For by the Nonprofit Times, our focus on supporting our team and community stands out. Our dedication to fostering a culture of growth, inclusivity, and camaraderie remains steadfast. At ZERO, our philosophy of high responsibility and high freedom empowers team members to excel in their careers and personal lives, all while making a significant impact in the fight against prostate cancer. Joining ZERO means becoming part of a remarkable community where individuals inspire each other daily, transcending the typical job experience.
ZERO is committed to breaking down barriers, empowering historically excluded communities, and improving prostate health outcomes. We're launching a bold, first-of-its-kind initiative to address prostate cancer disparities through community engagement, strategic partnerships, and sustainable solutions.
In this leadership role, you'll build and lead a team driving the outreach and engagement strategy for this transformative effort. We're looking for innovators and builders ready to create lasting change and tackle challenges at their roots. If incremental progress isn't enough for you, this is your chance to make an impact.
ZERO strives to empower our team through three key values which are being humble, hungry, and smart. Our team members demonstrate they are humble by working together and defining success collectively. They are hungry to advance our mission, while going above and beyond. In addition, they are emotionally smart by understanding how their actions impact others.
This role will report directly to the Chief Mission Officer and will work closely with the Mission Team to support ZERO's mission to end prostate cancer.
This position is based remotely and will require nationwide travel approximately 20% of the time.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership:
Develop and implement comprehensive strategies for community engagement and outreach for communities with the highest disparities in screening, treatment, and life outcomes for those living with a prostate cancer diagnosis
Oversee the planning, execution, and evaluation of community-based programs and interventions in these communities of focus
Collaborate with national partners and stakeholders to advance the goals and support reaching targeted outcomes for this initiative
Program Management:
Direct the implementation of programmatic interventions across the continuum of care
Supervise and support the work of the Community Engagement and Outreach Team and the community-based engagement committees.
Ensure alignment of local initiatives with the framework for the national initiative and with the goals and objectives of all programs and community efforts supported by the Mission Team
Partnership Development:
Foster relationships with national and local partners, including healthcare providers and health entities (i.e. health departments), community organizations, faith-based organizations, and corporate sponsors
Represent ZERO in high-level discussions with stakeholders and potential collaborators
Team Leadership:
Oversee the hiring and management of key roles within the project, which may include the Director of Community Engagement, and Director of Measurement and Evaluation
Provide guidance and support to local ZERO staff (paid or volunteer) implementing the project in their communities
Resource Allocation:
Work with the finance team to manage project budgets and ensure efficient use of resources
Collaborate with the development team to identify funding opportunities and contribute to grant proposals to support project sustainability and expansion
Impact Measurement:
Collaborate with the Director of Measurement and Evaluation to establish key performance indicators and evaluate program effectiveness
Use data-driven insights to continuously improve and scale successful interventions
Contribute to the development of white papers and other materials to disseminate project findings and best practices
Desired Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Proven track record of leading large-scale, multi-stakeholder projects
Strong understanding of the healthcare landscape, particularly in underserved communities
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Experience working with diverse communities and cultural competence
Knowledge of prostate cancer and men's health issues preferred
Exemplifies ZERO's culture of humble, hungry and smart.
Ability to adapt to changing situations.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work across teams/departments.
Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree in public health, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration
with a Health focus, or related field
10+ years of experience in community health, with a focus on health equity initiatives
Preferred Qualifications:
Minimum 5+ years strategic planning experience
Demonstrated execution of best practices in community setting(s)
Ability to build and maintain strong relationships among diverse community partners and stakeholders
Physical Requirements:
Constant use of a computer and other office productivity equipment, such as computer printer, calculator, and copier.
Prolonged periods of a stationary position at least 50% of the time.
The ability to recognize details at close range for extended periods of time.
The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
One of many reasons to join the ZERO team is because we offer great benefits!
Unlimited PTO
403(b) retirement plan matching
Employer-paid benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, &
Long-Term Disability insurance
FSA/HSA
Inquiries regarding the Vice President, Community Outreach and Engagement position should be directed to Jami Armstrong, Senior Consultant at Nonprofit HR at **************************. Please submit your application and cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications specific to the role, and your resume.
ZERO Prostate Cancer is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an
inclusive work environment for all employees. We encourage BIPOC, Veterans, individuals with
Disabilities and those affected by prostate cancer to apply. Applicants must be authorized to
work in the United States.
Managing Director, Digital Forensics & Incident Response - Unit 42
Chief Executive Officer Job In Washington, DC
Our Mission At Palo Alto Networks everything starts and ends with our mission: Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life. Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. We are a company built on the foundation of challenging and disrupting the way things are done, and we're looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are.
Who We Are
We take our mission of protecting the digital way of life seriously. We are relentless in protecting our customers and we believe that the unique ideas of every member of our team contributes to our collective success. Our values were crowdsourced by employees and are brought to life through each of us everyday - from disruptive innovation and collaboration, to execution. From showing up for each other with integrity to creating an environment where we all feel included.
As a member of our team, you will be shaping the future of cybersecurity. We work fast, value ongoing learning, and we respect each employee as a unique individual. Knowing we all have different needs, our development and personal wellbeing programs are designed to give you choice in how you are supported. This includes our FLEXBenefits wellbeing spending account with over 1,000 eligible items selected by employees, our mental and financial health resources, and our personalized learning opportunities - just to name a few!
At Palo Alto Networks, we believe in the power of collaboration and value in-person interactions. This is why our employees generally work full time from our office with flexibility offered where needed. This setup fosters casual conversations, problem-solving, and trusted relationships. Our goal is to create an environment where we all win with precision.
Job Description
this role is remote on the East Region" Your Career
The Managing Director, Digital Forensics & Incident Response, is responsible for leading Unit 42's DFIR incident response with our largest clients and in our most complex engagements. They will become the go-to expert for clients during high-priority incident response, remediation, and recovery phases, providing both strategic guidance and technical oversight, while also focusing on product integration. The role requires in-depth cybersecurity expertise to enable serving as an incident commander throughout the incident response lifecycle. They will be our clients' trusted partner for high-stakes incident response, remediation, and recovery as well as provide strategic and technical leadership and focus on product pull through.
While actively involved in incident response service delivery, this person also works with peers and the executive team to enhance Unit 42's incident response practice, including developing and improving the technical and operating methodologies employed during incident response engagements.
Your Impact
Lead the delivery of high-profile, high-stakes incident response engagements
Provide hands-on, expert-level digital forensics and incident response services to clients and deliver findings to CxO and/or Board of Directors
Partner with the Unit 42 executive team and service line leaders to develop and execute strategy for the Unit 42 Digital Forensics & Incident Response (DFIR) practice
Drive innovation in Unit 42's reactive offerings, by leading the consulting team and collaborating with cross-functional teams to bring new capabilities and services to market that leverage Palo Alto Networks products
Advance the maturation of our existing DFIR services
Ensure the consistency and quality of our services and highest level of customer service
Integrate threat intelligence into our services by deepening the feedback loop with Unit 42 Threat Intelligence team and telemetry
Recruit and onboard world class DFIR talent to support our growth goals
Support the professional growth and development of our consultants through training and technical enablement
Foster and maintain a culture that attracts and retains smart, kind team members dedicated to executing with excellence
Identify and execute strategies for service development, enablement, and process that result in the pull through of Palo Alto Networks products
Cultivate and maintain relationships with key clientele to increase awareness of Unit 42's' capabilities and provide on-demand expertise for client needs
Amplify Unit 42s' presence and credibility in the marketplace through thought leadership, including via speaking engagements, articles, whitepapers, and media exposure
Qualifications
Your Experience
Demonstrated prior experience and success in leading a global scale incident response engagements
Experience in managing, leading and motivating consultants at all levels
Experience as a senior-level team leader including overseeing other director, senior, and mid-level analyst/consultant teams
Ability to travel as needed to meet business demands
Strong presentation, communication, and presentation skills with verifiable industry experience communicating at CxO and/or Board of Directors level
Expert level of knowledge of applicable laws, compliance regulations, and industry standards as it relates to privacy, security, and compliance
Technical proficiency in a wide range of cybersecurity services, including digital forensics, incident response, post-incident remediation and threat eradication, among others
Client services mindset and top-notch client management skills
Experienced-based understanding of clients' needs and desired outcomes in digital forensics and incident response investigations
Public speaking experience, demonstrated writing ability, including technical reports, business communication, and thought leadership pieces
Operates with a hands-on approach to service delivery with a bias towards collaboration and teamwork
Must be results-driven and strategic
Cybersecurity industry certifications such as CISSP and/or CISM are a plus
Bachelor's Degree - an advanced degree such as MS, MBA, or Juris Doctorate (JD) is a plus or equivalent military experience required
Additional Information
The Team
Unit 42 Consulting is Palo Alto Network's security advisory team. Our vision is to create a more secure digital world by providing the highest quality incident response, risk management, and digital forensic services to clients of all sizes. Our team is composed of recognized experts and incident responders with deep technical expertise and experience in investigations, data breach response, digital forensics, and information security. With a highly successful track record of delivering mission-critical cybersecurity solutions, we are experienced in working quickly to provide an effective incident response, attack readiness, and remediation plans with a focus on providing long-term support to improve our clients' security posture.
Compensation Disclosure
The compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and work location. For candidates who receive an offer at the posted level, the starting base salary (for non-sales roles) or base salary + commission target (for sales/com-missioned roles) is expected to be between $248000 - $290000/YR. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found here.
Our Commitment
We're problem solvers that take risks and challenge cybersecurity's status quo. It's simple: we can't accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at accommodations@paloaltonetworks.com.
Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship?: Yes
Vice President, Government Affairs & Policy
Chief Executive Officer Job In Washington, DC
To Apply
Please submit your cover letter and resume as one .pdf document to *****************, by Friday, December 6, 2024, for consideration.
About the National Alliance for Caregiving
Since 1996, the National Alliance for Caregiving (NAC) has been a catalyst for change, transforming how the United States recognizes, supports, and values our nation's 53 million family caregivers providing complex care. Through our nationally recognized research and our advocacy for the first-ever National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers, we drive the policy, system, and culture change needed to make family caregivers a national priority. With more than 50 members, we build partnerships across aging, disability, healthcare, philanthropy, and the private sector to make caregiving more sustainable, equitable, and dignified.
About the Role
The National Alliance for Caregiving (NAC) seeks a passionate and experienced Vice President, Government Affairs & Policy to champion national level policy change to address the diverse challenges faced by our nation's 53 million family caregivers providing complex care across the aging, healthcare, disability, financial security, and social service sectors.
This critical role leads a dynamic department and serves as a key spokesperson for NAC's policy priorities. This role will lead the development and prioritization of federal policy engagement, the creation and implementation of multi-pronged advocacy strategies, and build and maintain relationships with key policy stakeholders across the landscape.
This role requires strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and an interest in addressing the challenges faced by family caregivers. This position reports to the Chief External Affairs Officer.
Primary Responsibilities
Lead strategic policy initiatives at the intersection of aging, healthcare, and long-term services and supports through comprehensive analysis and stakeholder engagement to shape NAC's organizational positions.
Drive the development and implementation of policy priorities - and an annual policy agenda - that advances NAC's mission while anticipating emerging issues and opportunities for impact. Coordinate input from internal team members and external stakeholders and consultants.
Lead Congressional, federal agency, and administration outreach and relationship building on policy priorities with a strong emphasis on Medicare, Medicaid, and federal appropriations.
Serve as external expert on NAC policy priorities including public speaking, thought leadership, etc.
Lead the development and execution of an annual advocacy summit/Capitol Hill Day.
Assist the President/CEO and Chief External Affairs Officer with policy and advocacy funder and donor relations (e.g., John A. Hartford Foundation), ensuring timely development and communication of all reports and relevant updates.
Lead the development of SOPs that streamline internal approvals on policy and legislative issues.
Draft and provide review and input on regulatory comment letters, report language, policy fact sheets, blogs, etc.
Provide policy updates across NAC departments to ensure all are aware of relevant activities and events.
Manage Policy & Advocacy Department team and department budget.
o Provide direct supervision to Director, Policy & Advocacy and health policy fellow.
Serve as POC for external policy and advocacy consultants, reviewing contracts and key deliverables.
Qualifications
At least 15 years of professional experience successfully advancing federal policy through multi-pronged advocacy strategies.
Bachelor's degree in political science, health policy, or a related field.
Experience in caregiving, aging, disability, and other healthcare related policy issues; experience and expertise in Medicare and or Medicaid policy is a plus.
Superior written and verbal communication, including persuasive writing (such as public policy briefs).
Candidates should be detail-oriented, passionate about caregiving, and knowledgeable about caregiving/aging/disability/healthcare related policy issues.
Demonstrated ability to manage team and drive project execution.
Proficiency with computers, including intermediate to advanced skills in MS Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Personal characteristics that align with NAC's core values, described as follows: “Our work is guided by an authentic and passionate commitment to family caregivers that is human-centered, data-driven, collaborative, and inclusive.”
Compensation and Benefits
Annual Salary: $120,000
TIAA 403(b) Retirement: Quarterly contributions to a 403(b) retirement plan, at 10% of worked earnings, no match required.
Health, Vision and Dental Insurance, with employee contribution.
Life and Disability Insurance, no employee share required.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for health-related purchases and/or dependent care.
Monthly stipend for mobile phone usage.
15 Days of Paid Time Off annually, accrued bi-weekly; pro-rated in first year to start date.
5 Paid Sick Days, pro-rated to start date and immediately available.
Caregiving Support and Specialized Leave, including paid leave related to family and medical needs, bereavement leave, and other types of workplace accommodations, subject to state and local laws.
Paid Federal Holidays and Winter Holiday (Office closed 12/24 - 12/31).
Paid Monthly WMATA SmartBenefits or paid parking up to $130/monthly.
Flex-time and hybrid work scheduling available, strong preference for a candidate local to the Washington, DC area.
Paid membership in an organization/association of your choosing - to be aligned with the work performed for NAC.
NAC is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). Candidates of diverse backgrounds, minorities, women, people with disabilities, people of LGBT orientation, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.
Chief of Staff
Chief Executive Officer Job In Washington, DC
Are you a seasoned professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high intensity work environment? This international firm is seeking a Chief of Staff to act as a thought partner, leader and liaison between the C-suite, extended staff, clients and external vendors. The ideal professional possesses high-energy, meticulous organization, polished communication skills, and is committed to the values and vision of the firm.
About the Job:
Acts as a point of contact for the CEO, providing updates regarding the daily operations of the office and status of various projects.
Communicate and anticipate the CEO's needs; prioritizes effectively across internal and external contacts for highest efficiency and deadline management.
Using extreme attention to detail, monitor, adapt, and maintain the CEO's schedule, understanding how to prioritize and manage a demanding calendar.
As a trusted contact for the firm's portfolio of clients, be an active participant in meetings, strategize on projects, and develop and nurture client relationships.
Work to develop standard business processes.
Provide oversight and guidance to leadership regarding current projects/tasks.
About the Culture:
This firm is committed to fostering collaborative teams who work towards one goal.
Opportunity to travel and be at the forefront of client engagement and high-level opportunities.
Accessibility to clients is what drives success across the team.
About You:
Experienced. You are degreed with over eight years of work experience in a high intensity, fast-paced work environment. Previous Chief of Staff experience is required.
Highly organized. You can manage multiple moving parts all while staying on track with current tasks and anticipating future tasks.
Collaborative and communicative. You work well as a team player and can effectively and efficiently provide updates regarding current issues and progress being made.
Eager and trustworthy. You exercise good judgement regarding confidential and highly sensitive information and strive to constantly improve and help those around you.
Mature leader. You have previous supervisory experience and can pivot working across varying levels of a firm.
Devoted. You are driven in your role and available to support leadership at every turn in the road; this role will require flexible schedules and overtime.
Essential to Hawthorne Lane's success is our ability to attract talent from a range of backgrounds. Our network reflects the diverse community around us, and we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
Vice President, National Security Market
Chief Executive Officer Job 4 miles from Washington
Excella is a leading provider of Agile software development and data and analytics solutions to clients in the federal, commercial and non-profit sectors. We believe that great work leads to great things -- our experts measure success by the positive impact we make on our clients, community, and colleagues. We are growing fast and need passionate, innovative people who love working with technology and are ready to make an impact. Here's what you can expect from us:
Workplace sites look different for everyone - whether it's your home or the office, we believe in a flexible work/life balance that supports you regardless of your location. We offer a home office allowance that can be used for home office furniture/equipment, a daily pass for a coworking space, etc. Our commute reimbursement plan has you covered for whether you bike, Metro, or drive to work.
We offer top of industry medical, dental, and vision benefits with multiple options to choose from such as an employer-contributed health savings account, infertility coverage, and orthodontia so you can select the plan that works best for you.
Regardless of what stage of life you're in, Excella wants to support you. We provide 8 weeks of Parental Leave, discounted pet insurance, and a Care.com membership with 3 back-up emergency child or elder care days annually - all available to you on your first day.
Starting day one, every employee is bonus eligible and receives 15 days of paid vacation, 6 federal holidays, and 4 floating holidays.
Doing your best work means having the best tools! Excella's TechEleX program provides you with multiple options to suit your technology needs. Choose between a variety of Mac or PC devices, and to ensure your hardware remains current, at the end of a 3-year period Excella will replace your existing computer with a new model from the program. Plus, we'll even give you the original device to keep for your personal use!
Excella provides a Workplace Allowance to offset both the costs to maintain a distributed work environment and to enhance your workplace wellness. Excella will reimburse all full-time Excellians for up to $500 in expenses incurred during the calendar year.
Diversity and inclusion matter. Excella created and continues to support employee led-affinity groups and the Inclusion Diversity Equity Ambassador (IDEA) team, a cross-functional employee-led initiative to continually foster innovation and increase inclusion within Excella.
We'll invest in your career by providing 3 days of paid professional development every year, including travel and registration fees to attend classes and conferences.
We encourage mindfulness and overall well-being through employee wellness events, a HeadSpace membership, as well as access to TalkSpace and mental health coverage through our medical plans.
Overview:
The Vice President, National Security Market owner's primary role is to grow, maintain and evolve engagements and account portfolios of engagements through high quality services and solutions, and high performing delivery teams. Excella's clients expect the highest standards of technical talent, capabilities, and service offerings.
Excella's growth and success requires a leader with the following capabilities:
Demonstrate senior-level oversight and management of all aspects of account management within the National Security (DHS, DOS, DOJ) market.
Identify and capture strategic wins and expansion of Excella's existing footprint, leveraging keen understanding of client mission's and how Excella's capabilities, technical talent, and service offerings can provide solutions to the hard problems that the clients face.
Engage in, and contribute to, senior level Excella-wide strategic planning, goal setting, and strategic initiative rollouts.
Lead and develop senior delivery leaders to engage in the highest quality delivery, client service, and employee engagement.
Establish and maintain strategic relationships with integrity and trust with our clients and partners.
The Vice President, National Security Market owner directly reports to the Chief Operating Officer and works closely with the Vice President, Strategic Growth for business development tasks. As a senior organizational leader, they will support and embody Excella's values (i.e., Results, Flexibility, Initiative) and culture (i.e., exceptional careers, collaborative engagement, identification of improvement areas, constructive conflict resolution).
Responsibilities:
Business Development:
Identifies, pursues, and wins new business for Excella including leading the development of National Security and green field markets as well as optimizing expansion of existing client engagements.
Develops and qualifies a pipeline of 7-9X annual revenue that allows them to vet opportunities within target accounts to produce double-digit growth.
Coordinate marketing and business development efforts to win business within Strategic, Invest and Target accounts.
Leverages existing relationships and establishes and maintains strategic relationships with clients, contracting officers, and partners (existing and prospective)
Senior Delivery Leadership and Portfolio Management:
Coordinates their leaders and teams to ensure high-quality profitable delivery. Delegates key quality control decisions and responsibilities to the most able members of their teams.
Manage multiple, complex accounts that may have different mission priorities.
Leverage and develop Senior Engagement Managers to build strong relationships and ensure delivery excellence for each engagement within their portfolio.
Establish and maintain a common purpose across the National Security market engagements through cross-team integration for learning and improved performance.
Maintain successful performance of all National Security engagements measured by client retention, revenue retention, revenue growth, and gross margins.
Ensure client satisfaction and delivery excellence as measured by client GPA, CPAR ratings, retention, and growth.
Strategic Planning and Goal Setting:
Create, implement, and adjust strategic and tactical plans for the National Security Market.
Develop, implement, and lead client development plans, forecasts, and workforce plans for engagements.
Identify opportunities where others (i.e., Innovation and Workforce Planning) can support engagements and leverage their services to strengthen engagements.
Collaborate with CTIO by identifying innovative practices and solutions within the market and pull CTIO into client engagements to collaborate with clients and generate demand for new and innovative solutions.
Continuously monitor Excellian engagement, plans for succession, and rotations in coordination with People Services.
Support the COO and VP, Strategic Growth in growth planning and forecasting efforts. Report progress on the strategic plan, Market & Account Plans regularly.
People Leader:
Drive Excellian engagement and support Exceptional Careers through people leadership, performance management, and career development.
Maintain a workforce plan for their market that includes recruitment, talent, and succession plans for National Security engagements.
Identify and staff vacancies on National Security engagements through coordination with CTIO and People Services.
Evaluate direct reports and develop leaders to support the engagement and development of their teams. Develop existing talent within the team to create future succession opportunities.
Assess talent and provide coaching and guidance to support the growth and development of future leaders.
Provide development opportunities and regular feedback. Hold next-level leaders accountable for their development plans.
Work with People Services to quickly address any performance-related issues that may arise with personnel.
Business Management:
Based on Excella's overall strategy and firmwide OKRs, establish functional objectives and key results (OKRs) and key performance indicators to drive accountability at all levels within the COO function.
Coach direct reports to align National Security teams to firmwide OKRs.
Qualifications:
Large Market/Sector-level strategic visioning, planning, and leadership within the National Security Market for Federal Technology Programs.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple government contracts, meeting scope, schedule, and budget requirements. Successfully delivers new awards averaging $20 Million while maintaining a $50-$75 Million portfolio. Expertise in navigating complex government contracting landscape.
Experience leading business development efforts in client-facing meetings, presentations, and written responses for government procurements.
Record of engagement leadership with high customer satisfaction and delivery excellence.
Experience selecting, developing, and retaining top talent that can be successful in the National Security market.
Experience with one or more IT project management methodologies (e.g. waterfall or Agile methodologies).
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation).
Excellent organizational skills and detail orientation.
Strong analytical aptitude, and ability to structure and quantify complex or undefined business problems.
Ability to interact with senior-level clients.
Financial management experience.
Federal contract management experience.
Customer satisfaction and delivery excellence.
Experience with people leadership and development.
Experience demonstrating business acumen.
Strong business development experience.
Excella is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Recruitment Chief Executive Office
Chief Executive Officer Job In Washington, DC
Council of Aboriginal Services Western Australia Chief Executive Officer
Full Time | Ongoing | Perth, WA | $185,000 - $205,000 + Super
Aboriginality is an essential requirement and is provided for in accordance with section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).
About the organisation
The newly formed Council of Aboriginal Services Western Australia (CASWA) is the Western Australian Peak Body that leads and supports Aboriginal community-controlled organisations to deliver services that have a positive impact on outcomes and build the strength and empowerment of Aboriginal people and their communities across WA.
CASWA will do this through:
Policy development and advice to government and other stakeholders informed by sector consultation and research
Representations of ACCOs and advocacy to government and other key stakeholders
Capacity-building and sector development
About the role
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will be responsible for establishing the Peak and providing strategic leadership and operational management to meet the strategic objectives of the organisation efficiently and effectively.
This role will be responsible for the provision of comprehensive, high quality, culturally appropriate and compliant services to its membership in accordance with the organisation's Constitution, organisational vision, mission, and values. The CEO will build and maintain a positive and strong profile for CASWA, its Member ACCOs, and the WA ACCO sector.
You will be an experienced senior executive in the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community who can provide strong leadership and is confident in your ability to engage and communicate sensitively with Indigenous people, members of the Indigenous wellbeing sector and a range of other key stakeholders. Your strong personal attributes are transparency, honesty, empathy and high integrity and you value collaboration. You can bring enthusiasm, strong influential skills, and a passion for cultural transformation which will support you with your professional skills in establishing the new Peak in WA. You will have a strong skillset in governance and have experience working closely with Boards.
You will also be passionate about making a difference in the life of Aboriginal communities through the delivery of quality and equitable services to CASWA's member ACCO's. Ideally, you will have experience in the social services sector and an understanding of the Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations sector in Western Australia.
Key Selection Criteria
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the impacts across different social determinants affecting the diverse Aboriginal Communities across WA.
Demonstrated senior executive leadership in a multidisciplinary environment.
Proven experience at executive level in developing high performance workplace culture, organisational capability, leading and implementing change, financial and risk management.
Demonstrated ability to pursue and develop networks and partnerships within the sector and government to improve outcomes for Aboriginal people and their communities.
Excellent problem solving and analytical abilities, with the capability to think strategically and conceptually.
An understanding of the Peaks and an ability to transfer this knowledge and your previous leadership experience to support you to establish a new Peak Body.
What we can offer you
Opportunity to work as the inaugural CEO for a newly formed Peak Body in WA
Attractive Salary Package
Hybrid working arrangements
How to apply
All applications must be made in writing and include the following:
Cover letter (maximum 3 pages) addressing the six (6) selection criteria above, outlining why you have applied for the position and how you meet the requirements of the position.
Applications must be received by midnight, Monday 21 August 2023.
Unfortunately, late submissions will not be accepted.
How to get more information
For further information on the position, please contact the team at Pipeline Talent.
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Executive Director of Grants and Contracts
Chief Executive Officer Job 6 miles from Washington
Job Summary/Company:
Contracts will be primarily responsible for ensuring that sponsored activities for organization, whether from non-profit or for-profit sponsors, comply with all institutional, local, federal, and sponsor guidelines, rules, policies, and laws. This role involves interpreting the regulations and policies of organization and its sponsors to provide guidance to faculty and research personnel, as well as resolving issues related to the preparation and submission of sponsored grants and contracts
Responsibilities:
Oversee the daily operations of both the Grants and Contracts office and the Research Business Office
Manage pre-award and post-award services while supervising the Grants and Contracts and Business Office staff
Plan, coordinate, and oversee the activities of the Pre-Award, Post-Award, and Business Office teams, developing and implementing procedures to ensure compliance with regulations governing government, non-profit, corporate, and cooperative grants and contracts
Interpreting and applying these procedures and regulations effectively
Provide leadership to ensure budgets are prepared consistent with acceptable accounting principles, awarding agency guidelines, Federal Circular 's A 133, A 122, A-21, A-1 10 and the Cost Accounting Standards
Qualifications/Background Profile:
Bachelor of Business Administration, Hospital Administration, Public Administration or other related field required. Masters Business Administration, JD or other related field preferred
Ten (10) of experience in research administration, including pre and post award management experience with NIH and/or federal grants and contracts, private foundation grants and awards, and industry sponsored research and clinical trial agreements
Minimum of five (5) years increasingly responsible supervisory experience in a complex academic research/healthcare setting, including directly managing a team. Academic medical center experience preferred
Currently possess or ability to earn Certified Research Administrator Certification within 1 year
Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Register, Office of Management and Budget Circular's A-133, A-1 10 and A-122, IACUC, and IRB guidelines
NAVSEA Client Relationship Executive (CRE) Director
Chief Executive Officer Job 10 miles from Washington
Job Family:
Client Relations Executive (CRE)
Travel Required:
Up to 25%
Clearance Required:
Active Secret
What You Will Do:
The primary purpose of the Defense & Security Growth Team is to help our Defense & Security clients solve their most important and complex challenges, by bringing the clients to Guidehouse and the best of Guidehouse to our clients. This includes building long-term sustainable client relationships with account executives and understanding their business issues, that ultimately help generate new business opportunities.
As a NAVSEA CRE, you are a key leader and executive on our Guidehouse Defense & Security team, responsible for working with our teams and our clients to drive new work that solves our clients' toughest challenges.
This includes:
Competitive Opportunities: Identifying and screening upcoming Requests for Proposal (RFPs), conducting research and analysis with our account teams, qualifying opportunities, developing and leading capture strategies, building client relationships to understand their needs, leading and driving win strategies with our teams, working with our account and solutions teams to develop and refine solutions, building teams of companies, influencing customers' expectations and requirements for success, and working with our teams to create winning proposals
Demand Generation: Developing campaigns and call plans, identifying and building relationships with prospective NAVSEA clients on key business issues to understand their challenges and brand Guidehouse, conducting effective discussions to understand client business issues and match them to service capabilities/revenue opportunities, developing solutions and white papers through collaboration with our account and solutions teams, and securing consulting engagements to solve their complex challenges
Sales Leadership: Managing and driving a pipeline of opportunities across the full lifecycle to achieve sales goals
Marketing: Leading marketing strategy including events/conferences/sponsorships, associations, digital marketing, thought leadership, and advertising
Strategy and Plans: Supporting NAVSEA Account Strategy and Planning with our account team through market and client analysis, Guidehouse capabilities analysis, client engagement strategies, and action plans
Solution areas will be dependent on the client and opportunity, including financial management, product support and sustainment, IT systems, data/analytics/automation/artificial intelligence, cloud, agile/DevSecOps, human capital, business process improvements, and more.
The successful candidate must not be subject to employment restrictions from a former employer (such as a non-compete) that would prevent the candidate from performing the job responsibilities as described.
What You Will Need:
An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED SECRET Federal or DoD security clearance
Bachelor's Degree
SEVEN (7) or more years' experience working within the Federal Government market
Strong passion for client success in the U.S. Department of Defense Initiative, bias for action, and a strong work ethic
Proven success selling management consulting and/or technology to NAVSEA
Bring client and teaming partner relationships and experience within the U.S. Navy, specifically NAVSEA, while successfully driving sales at a similar management consulting or technology firm
What Would Be Nice To Have:
Post Graduate Degree
TEN (10) or more years' experience selling management consulting or technology solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense
Proven success with both capture and demand-generated selling Functional or Technical solutions in the areas described above
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
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
About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.
If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at ************** or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.
Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.
National Legal Director - ACLU
Chief Executive Officer Job In Washington, DC
National Legal Director
The National Legal Director, reporting to the Executive Director and serving on the ACLU's Senior Staff as one of its executive leaders, will play a critical role contributing to the organization's forward-looking strategy to address and protect the aforementioned issues, while directly leading its litigation efforts.
Key Responsibilities:
Directly supervising 150 litigators in the national office.
Providing substantive leadership to another 400 litigators in state affiliates.
Managing co-counsel relationships with 100 cooperating law firms.
Overseeing the ACLU's U.S. Supreme Court docket.
Providing leadership for the national office's litigation in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C.
This senior leader relies on and partners with seasoned and talented Deputy Legal Directors who oversee the dockets of their respective issue areas.
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Executive Director - Home Building Foundation
Chief Executive Officer Job In Washington, DC
Summary of Position and Opportunity: The Home Building Foundation seeks a visionary and caring leader to guide it through its next stage of growth. HBF focuses on coordinating and supporting the renovation and expansion of shelters for non-profit service providers across the region while also connecting job training with employment opportunities within the residential construction industry.
As the charitable arm of the Home Building Association of Greater Portland, HBF operates in collaboration with and under the broad direction of HBA, but has its own staff, Board and annual work plan. The Executive Director (ED) provides leadership to and manages the operations of the Home Building Foundation, which is also an affiliate of HomeAid, a national non-profit. The position is responsible for developing and meeting annual budget and fundraising goals, all fundraising activities and events, major gift and grant development, strengthening and growing support within the industry and the general public, strategic planning, board development, mobilizing coalitions across public and private sectors, and planning and implementation of projects and services. The ED manages HBF staff and contract support, working proactively within the staff and operational environment of the Home Building Association, while also providing and cultivating leadership on the HBF Board.
HBF is in a solid financial position with two very successful fundraising events and substantial recent growth in our workforce development goals. HBF desires a person who can build on its project and event success, increase broad public awareness and financial support of its efforts in shelter development and workforce training, and help grow HBF as the charity of choice for the home building industry.
Reports to: The HBF Executive Director will report directly to the CEO of the Home Building Association of Greater Portland (HBA) and HBF Board (with specific direct report to the HBF President).
Overview of Responsibilities:
Annual Giving, Major Gift, and Grant Development (20%)
Work with the HBF Board, volunteer committees, donors, and HBA staff and member leadership to develop and implement growth strategies related to annual giving, major endowment development, donor recruitment and stewardship, the project development fund, and special corporate and foundation grant awards for the HBF.
Cultivate, retain and nurture relationships with major high net worth donors, vendors and sponsors, and expand the HBF donor base.
Fundraising events (15%)
Work with the HBF Board, Auction Committee and the HBF Development Manager to plan and execute the annual Gala and Auction, HBF's major fundraising event of the year.
Continue growth and expansion of HBF Trap Shoot and donor breakfast.
Implement strategies that allow volunteer-led coordination and implementation of smaller fundraising and friend-raising events.
Projects (25 %)
Supervise the HBF Project Manager's work related to shelter construction, renovation and preservation projects and Painting a Better Tomorrow.
Develop strong, productive and accountable relationships with homeless service agencies that provide services to the transitional homeless, identifying current and future opportunities for the project pipeline.
Facilitate shelter project implementation and ensure effective involvement of volunteers, and labor and materials donations in coordination with shelter providers and connection to HBF's fundraising efforts.
In partnership with the HBA, oversee implementation and growth of HBF's workforce development efforts to provide training and education in the home building industry and HBF's scholarship award programs to high school and college students.
Create partnerships with area colleges, job training programs, and community organizations to help ensure education and training opportunities are available to provide a future workforce for the residential building industry.
Board Development & Leadership (15%)
Help develop, with the HBF Board and in coordination with HBA mission and goals, the strategic and operational plans and goals for the HBF.
Work with the HBF Executive Committee in Board and Volunteer recruitment and orientation.
Oversee the development of the HBF Board to strengthen its leadership of the HBF and provide for proper succession planning.
Ensure appropriate cross-connections between the councils, organizations and staff of HBA and HBF.
Public Relations and Communication (15%)
Develop and implement marketing and communications plans for HBF.
Oversee all publicity and communications related to the HBF, its events and fundraising activities.
Manage intra-communication with the HBA, including coordination with HBA publications, effective linking between HBA and HBF websites and social media communications, and reporting as needed to HBA Board and other areas.
Establish and maintain relationships with community groups and agencies, governmental jurisdictions, housing advocate associations, and civic organizations. Serve as principal spokesperson for the HBF to the community.
Administration (10%)
Work with the HBF Treasurer, HBA accounting staff, and outside accountants to ensure the effective development, management and Board engagement regarding the HBF Budget, financial reports, and compliance with non-profit policies and regulations.
Administer and observe all Board and organization policies, including tracking and recording necessary documents, and ensure compliance with general non-profit regulations, national HomeAid requirements, and HBA policies and procedures.
Hire, train and oversee administrative support staff, interns and contract support.
As a HomeAid Affiliate, participate in national meetings and connections with other HomeAid affiliates to maximize use of available HomeAid resources and support.
Meet regularly with the HBA CEO to ensure effective coordination, support and alignment between HBA/HBF.
Organization Overviews:
Established in 1997, the Home Building Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit and the charitable arm of the Home Building Association of Greater Portland. HBF's mission is two-fold: to address homelessness by providing safe and stable housing, and to empower people and meet the workforce demands of the industry through education and training in the home building industry HBF has 3.5 FTEs (including the Executive Director position). Its offices are in the HBA headquarters building and it operates within the organizational environment of the HBA, including benefitting from engagement with HBA staff who are resources for some financial, accounting, communications, event and leadership support.
Established in 1941, the Home Building Association of Metropolitan Portland (HBA) is a large local non-profit trade association representing the residential development, building and remodeling industry. HBA has approximately 1,200 members, a staff of 11 FTEs and a $3.5-$4 million annual budget. Major activities include consumer shows (e.g. Street of Dreams, Homes of Tomorrow Today Tour and the Spring Home & Garden Show), political and government affairs work on behalf of housing and the industry, educational and certification programs, networking activities and events, and development of business services/discounts for members. HBA is affiliated with state (OHBA) and national (NAHB) home builders associations. The HBA is the sole member of the HBF and has authority over the organization, but the HBF has significant autonomy in fulfilling its mission and goals.
People will do well in our work environment who: Have an interest in and are able to support the values of HBF. Enjoy an event-oriented environment. Can work in an atmosphere where there is regular activity and member/staff interactions, even when it may be a little disruptive. Look for ways to be of help to others. Believe in the value of collectively working with staff and members to achieve goals, even when this may slow down the process. Able to work in an environment where priorities and responsibilities are laid out in general but need to be adapted to changes in needs or demands of the day/week. Able to work within a structure that reports to both a Board and another Staff Executive while effectively engaging managed HBF staff, separate HBA staff, volunteers, and contracted support to accomplish the HBF goals and work.
Application Requirements: Please include a cover letter that addresses your interest in the position and that also addresses the position requirements listed above.
Position Requirements:
Preferred minimum of five years non-profit experience with strong Board management, political/public policy relationship building, budget/financial responsibilities, and leadership and volunteer recruitment/engagement abilities.
Strong knowledge and understanding of budget development and management, financial reporting, and non-profit compliance issues.
Proven fund development experience in one or more of the following areas: major gift giving endowments, annual giving campaigns, grant writing/procurement and planned giving.
Ability to collaborate, develop and leverage relationships to support multiple volunteer engaged projects.
Ability to effectively manage group dynamics and forge consensus from diverse constituencies and sometimes opposing viewpoints.
An understanding of homeless shelter and transitional housing operations is a plus.
Finessed Communicator; articulate, strong writing skills, active listener, good presentation skills.
Strategic thinker; experience with strategic planning and implementation, and a track record of successfully executing executive strategies.
Professionalism that shows in appearance, attitude, interpersonal relations and work performed.
Knowledge of construction/building a plus.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office required. Also desire knowledge of Salesforce database software.
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Executive Director, Research & Relationship Management
Chief Executive Officer Job In Washington, DC
Executive Director, Research & Relationship ManagementPlease see Special Instructions for more details.
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I. JOB OVERVIEW
Summary:
The Division of Development and Alumni Relations ( DAR ) is seeking an Executive Director, Research & Relationship Management as part of the Research and Relationship Management ( RRM ) team.
DAR is responsible for leading the university's alumni and fundraising efforts and seeks to promote a culture of philanthropy throughout the university community, including alumni, students, parents, faculty, staff, corporations and foundations, patients, and other friends. Our goal is to advance GW's mission of excellence in education, research, scholarship, and patient care.
The Executive Director, Research & Relationship Management is a passionate leader of the RRM management cohort, creating and enacting a formal vision for prospect development at GW. A strategic partner and trusted advisor, the incumbent espouses a dynamic partnership with leadership and staff across DAR . This position oversees DAR's proactive and reactive research services and robust relationship management system, particularly within the context of comprehensive campaign and CRM conversion: setting the vision for these areas, guiding each program toward best-in-class services, and proactively asking and identifying creative solutions to complex challenges.
The core focus responsibilities of this role are people (team members and clients) and program through leading the development of policies, procedures, and protocols for the development, execution, and management of all research and relationship management activities to orchestrate success. In pursuit of a world-class prospect development program, incumbent:
Understands current and future priorities, opportunities, challenges, and constraints that influence decision-making and program direction; coordinates with GW and DAR leadership to develop strategic fundraising plans that yield improved results and build organizational capacity.
Individually and in collaboration with other DAR staff, performs complex data analyses at both the micro and macro levels and completes special projects to advance the prospect research and relationship management programs.
Supports Divisional efforts to set and refine appropriate performance metrics for frontline staff across the enterprise and enhances fundraising managers' coaching of frontline staff by providing actionable intelligence and analyses on progress toward goals.
Intentionally and proactively builds and maintains collaborative relationships with all RRM clients, modeling and establishing behavior, communication, and protocol for all RRM staff for interactions. Acts as the default “face” and “voice” of the department, while actively sharing credit and developing those capabilities among other RRM staff.
Builds, maintains, and thoughtfully develops a team viewed as a hallmark prospect development shop across the fundraising industry where highly skilled prospect development experts want to work and grow.
Ensures the highest quality of prospect development deliverables and support for clients from the team by providing quality assurance, training on best practices and creative techniques, guiding strategies, and coaching and supporting staff in their daily work.
Manages team budget/spending, including evaluating existing and new prospect development tools and managing vendor relationships.
Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
We encourage you to apply even if your experience does not precisely match the preferred qualifications. We are looking for someone with relevant skills and experience, not a checklist that exactly matches the job description. Telework flexibility may be possible.
Minimum Qualifications:
Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 10 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master's degree or higher in a relevant area of study plus 8 years of relevant professional experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Comprehensive understanding of the development cycle, with particular knowledge of the role of prospect development within the cycle. Superlative proficiency in Apra's Body of Knowledge and AASP's Best Practices. Working knowledge of organizational fundraising, annual giving, and/or alumni relations is a plus, including how prospect development supports these areas.
Demonstrated solutions orientation with experience in identifying, evaluating, and recommending solutions and strategies. Skill in developing and overseeing execution of plans with clear vision, goals, strategies, and tactics. Ability to secure buy-in from colleagues across the enterprise.
Superior project management skills; demonstrated ability to work in a demanding, dynamic environment while maintaining healthy boundaries. Proficiency in negotiating and prioritizing work. Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities, meeting deadlines, and taking responsibility for outcomes.
Prior management experience with a focus on building and maintaining a cohesive, positive environment; aptitude in delegating work appropriately and providing actionable feedback. Skill in using data to inform strategy, planning, resource allocation, execution, and measurement of activity and performance. Takes initiative to drive self-development and accept constructive feedback and motivates team to do the same.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including diplomacy required to bring requests/projects of all sizes to completion. Demonstrated ability to develop strategic partnerships with all levels of staff to influence for results. Ability to convey information to multiple audiences in a clear and concise manner.
Proficient technical skills. Experience working with a relational database (preferably Ellucian Advance), as well as the Microsoft Office and Google suite of products. Demonstrated skill in deciding which technology will drive efficiency and communicate messages/findings most effectively.
Ability to deal with highly sensitive information, and maintain confidentiality, with a high degree of judgment and discretion. Ability to apply themes from ethics statements by Apra, CASE , and other related associations.
GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit *************************************
II. JOB DETAILS
Campus Location:
Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department:
College/School/Department: Development & Alumni Relations
Family
Family Dev & Alumni Relations
Sub-Family
Sub-Family Prospect Management and Research
Stream
Stream Management
Level
Level Level 4
Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours Per Week: 40
Work Schedule:
Work Schedule: Monday- Friday; Daytime Hours
Will this job require the employee to work on site?
Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes
Employee Onsite Status
Employee Onsite Status Hybrid
Telework:
Telework: Yes
Required Background Check:
Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:
This search is currently being handled with the partnership of the search firm: Isaacson, Miller (
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. Please apply to this posting as well as by contacting Isaacson, Miller at the below link. Please also direct confidential nominations and inquiries to the below link.
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Internal Applicants Only?
Internal Applicants Only? No
Posting Number:
Posting Number: S012860
Job Open Date:
Job Open Date: 06/06/2024
Job Close Date:
If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:
Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
Posting Specific Questions
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* Are you currently employed with The George Washington University?
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* For current GW employees, have you completed your Introductory Employment Period (IEP)? (As a reminder, employees in their IEP are not eligible to apply for other internal university staff and research positions until the IEP is complete.)
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* What is your expected salary range?
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Director of Advocacy
Chief Executive Officer Job 4 miles from Washington
Title: Director of Advocacy
Immediate Supervisor: Chief Education and Policy Officer
Salary: $115,000-$125,000, commensurate with experience
The director of advocacy plans, directs, and oversees the implementation of association advocacy strategies. Advocacy at the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) is defined as being inclusive of a range of activities, including (1) government relations and public policy, in conjunction with NACAC's research department, volunteer leaders, coalitions, and external counsel; (2) engagement with the public through media and social media, in conjunction with the NACAC communications department, and (3) engagement with the profession through educational resources, in conjunction with the NACAC education and training department. The advocacy director will communicate directly with state and federal policymakers, facilitate member input and participation in association advocacy activities, and build on association guiding documents and research to promote the college admission counseling profession. In general, NACAC's advocacy priorities focus on student- and equity-centered college admission practices, support for ethical college admission counseling practice, and support for school counselors and college advising.
This position provides an opportunity for the director to lead a portfolio of advocacy activities at a moment when college admission policy is at an historically critical juncture. NACAC's focus on improving equity in college admission in the face of substantial challenges provides an opportunity for the director to make a significant difference in the trajectory of postsecondary educational access.
Responsibilities:
1. Leads NACAC's policy and advocacy portfolio, representing the association, its mission, and its members in policy and advocacy activities that advance the organization's priorities among stakeholders including institutional, state, and federal policymakers, association members, members of the media, and the public.
2. Creates content for NACAC dissemination outlets, including the NACAC web site, NACAC publications, social media, and educational services/resources.
3. Monitors federal legislative and regulatory activity that affects NACAC members' or member priorities, provides information and solicits feedback on policy questions that affect legislative or regulatory processes, and provides information to policy stakeholders about the college admission counseling profession.
4. Seeks opportunities to draft, amend, or otherwise support policy initiatives in accord with NACAC's policy priorities.
5. Regular communication to association members about legislative and regulatory activities relevant to the profession, regular advocacy updates, action alerts, and other information as needed.
6. Serves as liaison to allied organizations, coalitions, and affiliate government relations committees.
7. Collaborates with NACAC's research, communications, and member experience teams to advocate on behalf of the profession to other educational stakeholders, members of the media, the public, and other audiences as needed.
Qualifications
Experience
Demonstrated expertise in advocacy, organizing, or related field
Experience in politics, legislation, policy analysis, preferably in the field of education
Experience working with research to inform policy and practice
Success in planning and implementing strategic initiatives
Familiarity with media and social media strategy a plus
Skills
Expert-level knowledge of legislative and regulatory processes
Knowledge of statistics and research
Strong strategic planning and management skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong negotiation and persuasion skills
Ease with collaborating with different audiences
Budgeting
Familiarity with the transition from secondary to postsecondary education
About NACAC
NACAC is the largest association in the world for professionals who serve students during the transition from secondary to postsecondary education, with a membership of more than 27,000. The association works to expand access to higher education through policy, advocacy, networking and convening, and education and training. NACAC's membership is comprised of postsecondary admissions professionals, high school counselors, independent educational consultants, and others throughout the United States and, increasingly, around the world. NACAC is fortunate to partner with 23 state and regionally based affiliate organizations that share a common mission to serve and support the needs of admission and counseling professionals.
Entertainment Software Association Foundation Welcomes New Executive Director
Chief Executive Officer Job In Washington, DC
Washington, D.C. - May 23, 2024 - The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) today announced that Sue Madden has been named the executive director of the Entertainment Software Association Foundation (ESA Foundation). As the leader of the ESA Foundation, Madden will be responsible for overseeing the strategic direction of the Foundation and ensuring that it carries out its mission of harnessing the power of the video game industry to create positive social impact, including through scholarships and grants that seek to create meaningful opportunities for the next generation of creators and innovators, irrespective of race, ethnicity, age or gender.
“Sue stepped into the interim executive director role this past year and, in a short time, has made tremendous progress in setting a new strategic direction for the Foundation. Her vast experience in leading and advising foundations will be an invaluable asset to the ESA Foundation as we work to expand the Foundation's impact in supporting the future leaders of the video game industry.”
“Sue stepped into the interim executive director role this past year and, in a short time, has made tremendous progress in setting a new strategic direction for the Foundation. Her vast experience in leading and advising foundations will be an invaluable asset to the ESA Foundation as we work to expand the Foundation's impact in supporting the future leaders of the video game industry.”
Stanley Pierre-Louise, ESA President and CEO.
Madden is an accomplished corporate philanthropy leader with more than 20 years of experience driving innovative community outreach, engagement, DE&I and advocacy initiatives at the intersection of business purpose and social mission. Madden has served as the ESA Foundation's interim executive director since 2023. Prior to joining the ESA Foundation, Madden was the Director of the Gannett Foundation for the USA TODAY Network and a Community Investment Advisor at BAE Systems. For nearly 14 years, she led her own philanthropic consulting firm, The Madden Group, and provided corporations and foundations with services focused on maximizing their business, mission and social impact.
“Through my work with the Foundation over the past year, I've witnessed how the industry works together to support the next generation of creators and innovators. It is a privilege to lead the Foundation's efforts to unlock opportunities for emerging talent who someday will serve as industry leaders.”
With a focus on education, diversity and inclusion, and community, Madden will oversee the Foundation's work in fundraising and the dissemination of scholarships and grants aimed at developing a diverse pipeline to usher in the next generation of industry innovators and leaders. As part of those fundraising efforts, Madden will continue to lead the ESA Foundation's annual fundraising gala, Nite to Unite, which brings together industry leaders to celebrate the collective social impact of the video game industry. Since 2000, the ESA Foundation has invested more than $22 million and awarded over 450 scholarships to Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM)-focused individuals in diverse communities spanning gender, race, ethnicity and sexual orientation.
Founded in 1994, the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) has served as the voice and advocate for the U.S. video game industry for more than 30 years. Its members are the innovators creators, publishers and business leaders that are reimagining entertainment and transforming how we interact, learn, connect and play. The ESA works to expand and protect the dynamic marketplace for video games through innovative and engaging initiatives that showcase the positive impact of video games on people, culture and the economy to secure a vibrant future for the industry for decades to come. For more information, visit the ESA's website or follow the ESA on X @the ESA or Instagram @theesaofficial .
About the ESA Foundation
The ESA Foundation awards scholarships to the next generation of industry innovators and supports schools and nonprofits that leverage interactive entertainment technology to create meaningful opportunities for America's youth. It seeks to harness the power of the video game industry to create positive social impact and supports geographically diverse projects and programs benefitting grantees of all ages, races and genders. To date, the ESA Foundation has provided more than $20 million for a wide variety of causes, primarily through its signature fundraising gala, Nite to Unite.
Latest News
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Statement from the Entertainment Software Association on the TAKE IT DOWN Act (S.4569)
WASHINGTON, D.C., September 18, 2024 - ESA today issued the following statement on the TAKE IT DOWN Act (S.4569): “As […]
09.18.2024
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Entertainment Software Association Strengthens Government Affairs, Legal Teams with New Hires
The association for the U.S. video game industry continues its tradition of attracting and advancing top talent with the addition […]
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08.16.2024
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WASHINGTON - The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) today issued the following statement on the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals decision […]
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Legal Director
Chief Executive Officer Job 23 miles from Washington
We are seeking a highly motivated Legal Director to join our Legal team. This role is critical in overseeing the litigation process for defaulted private student loans, coordinating with external
Salary: $115,000+
Key Responsibilities:
Litigation Management: Oversee the litigation process for defaulted private student loan accounts, working with external legal counsel to ensure timely and effective resolution of cases.
Portfolio Oversight: Assist in the management of a portfolio of defaulted private student loans, ensuring accurate tracking, reporting, and recovery performance.
Legal Support: Assist the VP of Legal n developing legal strategies for defaulted loans, including risk assessment, legal compliance, and resolution pathways.
Vendor Management: Coordinate with external law firms, ensuring adherence to company policies, performance metrics, and timelines.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with federal and state laws, including FDCPA, CFPB, FCRA, FCC and other relevant consumer protection laws.
Settlement Negotiations: Collaborate with external counsel to negotiate settlements with borrowers and third-party attorneys, optimizing recovery while minimizing legal costs.
Documentation & Reporting: Maintain up-to-date records of all litigation activities and outcomes, providing regular reports to the VP of Legal on progress, challenges, and legal risks.
Cross-Department Collaboration: Partner with Portfolio Management, Operations, and Compliance teams to drive efficient resolution of defaulted loans and ensure seamless customer experience.
Litigation Analytics: Analyze litigation outcomes, trends, and legal expenses to identify opportunities for improving recovery rates and legal strategies.
Risk Mitigation: Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to minimize exposure to consumer protection lawsuits or counterclaims.
Equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.
Director of Growth
Chief Executive Officer Job 20 miles from Washington
Join Sky Solutions, LLC - Pioneering Digital Transformation Excellence!
Sky Solutions LLC is a dynamic Digital Transformation Firm based in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. We empower Federal and State governments to achieve outstanding business outcomes through innovative digital transformation, cybersecurity, and AI. As a certified 8(a) small, disadvantaged business, diversity and inclusion are core to our mission. We invite you to join our journey of innovation and excellence, where your skills can help shape the future of federal projects.
Job Title: Director of Capture / Growth (Federal Projects)
Location: DMV Area (Remote/Hybrid Options Available)
Position Type: Full-Time
Position Overview:
The Director of Capture / Growth (Federal Projects) will be instrumental in identifying, pursuing, and securing prime federal contracts in areas such as Digital Transformation, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and IT services. This role encompasses the entire capture management lifecycle-from market research and opportunity identification to proposal development and contract award. The ideal candidate will have deep experience in federal contract capture and a proven track record of leading and winning prime federal contracts.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the full lifecycle of capture management, from opportunity identification through contract award, focusing on prime federal contracts.
Develop and execute capture strategies to grow the business in federal markets, with emphasis on Digital Transformation, AI, and IT services.
Collaborate with internal teams to assess capabilities, create winning strategies, and develop solutions tailored to federal client needs.
Identify and qualify federal opportunities through market research, industry networking, and strategic analysis.
Build and maintain relationships with federal stakeholders, including government officials, partners, and subcontractors.
Oversee and drive proposal development efforts, ensuring alignment with client requirements, compliance, and high-quality submissions.
Work closely with business development, technical teams, and leadership to position the organization effectively for new federal opportunities.
Lead client meetings, briefings, and presentations to communicate technical and management solutions that differentiate the organization.
Monitor federal procurement trends, providing updates and insights to leadership on evolving opportunities in the federal contracting space.
Stay up to date with federal acquisition strategies, government priorities, and agency missions to ensure alignment with capture efforts.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
7-10 years of experience in federal capture management, business development, or a similar role within the federal contracting space.
Proven success in leading the capture process for prime federal contracts, with a track record of winning both single and multiple award contracts over 50M.
Comprehensive knowledge of federal acquisition processes, contracting vehicles, and procurement regulations (e.g., FAR, DFARS).
Strong relationships and experience working with key federal agencies including HHS, Treasury, DHS, and/or DOJ.
Strong network of federal clients and partners in the Digital Transformation and AI sectors. Previous experience in growth roles within IT services or emerging technologies in the federal contracting space.
Demonstrated success in capturing opportunities in areas such as Digital Transformation, AI, Cloud Computing, IT Modernization, and Cybersecurity.
Expertise in capture strategy development, teaming, competitive analysis, and pricing strategies.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead presentations and effectively communicate complex solutions to federal clients.
Strong leadership and team collaboration abilities, with the capacity to work across multidisciplinary teams.
Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with SBA-certified small businesses or knowledge of small business programs (e.g., 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB).
Experience collaborating with mentor-protégé joint ventures and CTAs.
Educational Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, or a related field or equivalent additional years of experience in capture and business development.
Relevant certifications in capture management or business development (e.g., APMP) are a plus.
Sky Solutions, LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who share our vision and values.