Strategic Planning/Tasking Management Specialist

Are you highly organized and detail-oriented? Do you like thinking strategically about how to optimize reporting and business workflows?
Join our dynamic team at Ripple Effect as a Strategic Planning/Tasking Management Specialist with the US Army Medical Research and Development Command (USAMRDC), in the G3/5/7 office. In this role, you will analyze data, provide reports, and prepare and present Senior-level briefings. You will oversee project teams to ensure the successful achievement of project objectives through effective management of project plans, schedules, budgets, deliverables, and risk mitigation strategies.
If this position sounds of interest, there’s a place for you here at Ripple Effect! We are a diverse, progressive, and engaging work environment. We offer a multitude of incentives to customize your work experience to your lifestyle.
General Information
Job Code:
PRO-PM-04T
Location:
Fort Detrick – Frederick, MD
Employee Type:
Exempt, Full-Time Regular
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Telework:
None
Clearance:
Secret (required)
Travel:
Rare, possible local meetings
Number of Openings:
1
Salary Range:
$83,539 - $98,000 per year (how we )
Responsibilities
Prepare and submit comprehensive reports promptly, both proactively and in response to specific data requests.
Gather, organize, and present data on:
Agency structure, processes, and functions
Policy and legislative matters
Governance frameworks
Contracts, grants, and agreements
Information technology infrastructure
Facilities and equipment infrastructure
Medical supply operations
Patents, intellectual property, and license
Ensure the integrity and accuracy of data is maintained, especially in anticipation of data requests.
Respond promptly to data calls, providing relevant and well-organized information.
Offer expert consultation and recommendations on policy and governance adjustments when requested.
Assist staff in planning transition activities, including drafting operational orders (OPORDs), facilitating meetings, and contributing to Operational Planning Teams (OPTs).
Provide support to key members involved in external OPT engagements.
Actively participate in crucial OPT meetings and collaborate with the government team to achieve planning and transition objectives.
Requirements
Minimum Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree required
6 years of related experience
Basic Requirements
Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, coupled with strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Proven capacity to effectively prioritize, coordinate, and oversee multiple projects concurrently.
Demonstrated aptitude for critical thinking and adept problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in utilizing Microsoft applications to facilitate project management and communication.
Familiarity with Medical Research Development Command (mandatory) and Defense Health Agency (desirable).
Highly organized and skilled in managing diverse projects and clients concurrently, maintaining high standards within fast-paced, deadline-oriented environments.
Adaptable to evolving priorities, capable of managing numerous deadlines, and consistently delivering superior-quality outcomes with minimal supervision.
Active Secret security clearance.
To be successful at Ripple Effect, you must be able to pay attention to details, clearly communicate, work independently, and have an eagerness to learn. Learn more about what it takes to become a Rippler .
Skills That Set You Apart
Master’s degree
Experience with government contracting or consulting
Experience working with USAMRDC
Understanding of USAMRDC policies and regulations
Project Management Certificate
If you don’t have all of the skills above, don’t be discouraged—no resume paints a complete picture of a person. There’s a good chance you’re more wonderful than you think, so please apply!
About Ripple Effect
Ripple Effect is an women-owned small business providing professional consulting and exceptional talent for federal, private, and non-profit clients. We deliver multi-disciplinary solutions across, ,, , and solutions with a focus on science, research, and healthcare domains.
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Benefits
Ripple Effect rewards our employees for their contributions to our mission in many ways, from to a range of work/life programs based on your employment classification and personalized preferences.
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