Program Analyst

Team CATHEXIS elevates the government contracting experience through rapid response, deep skill, and thoughtful problem-solving and communication. Our core capabilities are our top-tier program and project management, data analytics, and audit services, the backbone of which is our integrated approach to operational excellence.

You worked hard to get to where you are. You strive to make every day better than the day before. So do we. Team CATHEXIS operates with an all-in mindset. We are working together to create a company that supports our shared values and individual goals. Our values are centered around Respect, Engagement, Customer Service, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence in everything we do for our employees, clients, partners, and communities. We believe success is best when we listen and lead with empathy; model high standards of ethics to provide a rewarding candidate experience; work hard, have fun, and appreciate the strengths we all bring to the team; and empower our employees to create innovative and trusted results.

We are looking for a dynamic Program Analyst to join our team! The Management Analyst will provide administrative and logistics support for the government client and interagency partner meetings, including preparing detailed meeting minutes, presentations, summaries, and other documents. The Management Analyst will prepare briefings for senior leadership, including professionally formatted PowerPoint event script, and provide a quality assurance review of all products before submission to the government client. The Management Analyst will conduct research and draft presentations, summaries, and other documents as required and track project milestones and status in Asana. They will also staff products and projects using CATMS. They will provide regular updates and maintenance of supporting artifacts such as standing agenda items, membership lists, and contact information, and SOPs. After the government client's approval, the meeting products will be distributed to the client and interagency partners then file all documents and products on the specified government knowledge management site.

• Preferred location: National Capital Region
• This position is contingent upon award.
  
  
  

Responsibilities:

• Perform administrative and programmatic support for the Project Manager, identified government leadership, and assigned staff
• Support government clients in the development, planning, and execution of assigned projects or programs
• Support research—and experience-based guidance and advice to the government client team regarding the improvement, execution, and expansion of identified government projects or programs
• Assist with meeting planning, management, and support services to assigned programs and project teams
• Support the implementation of knowledge management needed to facilitate the flow of information and data for all assigned projects
• Accurately capture and record client requirements from meetings
• Verify each deliverable for accuracy and relevancy against requirements
• Update deliverables with client revisions and comments within specified client timelines
• Provide or support the delivery of final deliverables to the client on or before the due date
• Support government leadership with interagency requirements
• Track follow-ups and due out from meetings or the client to closure
• Assist with drafting and coordinating issue papers, decision memorandums, talking points, analysis papers, executive-level summaries, and other products as required
• Contribute to developing executive leadership briefings for presentation to and use by the client
• When applicable, provide subject matter expertise consultation on specific interagency and legislative-related topics.
• Coordinate schedules for meetings, data calls, and information exchanges
• Conduct environmental scans of recent reports, studies, programs, policies, and initiatives, and draft legislation relevant to the government program as needed
• Assist with producing weekly and monthly media analyses of print, digital, and other media coverage of the program and benefits
• Support specified tasks related to project management and administration
  
  
  

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) required.
• Minimum of 2-4 years of experience.
• Previous experience in a leadership role.
• Experience building and maintaining solid stakeholder relationships, including clients and employees.
• Basic understanding of financial management principles and managing budgets effectively.
• Expert in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel.
• Able to obtain a minimum of NACI (National Agency Check with Inquiries) for a Veterans Affairs Public Trust Tier 3 Clearance
  
  
  

Required Skills:

• Excellent analytical and written/oral communication skills
• Ability to set clear expectations with team members and delegate responsibilities
• Comfort working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Good relationship-building and conflict-resolution skills
• Knowledge of strategic planning, risk management, and/or change management
• Strong research skills
• Basic knowledge of managing projects, monitoring responsibilities, and achieving goals
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational and time management skills
• Experience in editing and proofreading a variety of documents
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Asana
• Professionalism and a "customer-first" attitude
• Team player who is a flexible, self-starter
• Can effectively organize information
  
  
  

Desired Skills:

• Government contracting experience
• DoD and VA experience as a contractor or otherwise
• Former military experience
  
  
  

Benefits:

• Performance Bonuses
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan (Traditional and ROTH)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off
• 11 Federal Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Commute Benefits
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Program
• Community Outreach Initiatives
  
  

CATHEXIS 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. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the RecruitingTeam@cathexiscorp.com.