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Junior Program Analyst

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Washington

AI generated summary

  • You must have a degree and relevant experience, strong analytical and communication skills, excel proficiency, project management experience, and be a US citizen or permanent resident.
  • You will support program implementation, manage budgets, prepare documents, coordinate meetings, and assist with data analysis and reporting while ensuring compliance with USAID standards.

Requirements

  • Minimum Qualifications:
  • Master’s degree and 1 year of relevant experience, Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of relevant experience, Associate’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience, or High School Diploma and 7 years of relevant experience.
  • US Citizenship or US Permanent Residency with the ability to obtain and maintain a Facility Access clearance is required. For Permanent Residents, this means having resided in the US for at least 3 of the past 5 years.
  • Other Qualifications:
  • Experience in project administration and management procedures.
  • Demonstrated quantitative, analysis, and organizational skills with attention to detail.
  • Proficient with basic financial management and budgeting concepts.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, staff, and clients.
  • Expertise working with large and complex spreadsheets and pivot tables.
  • Strong organizational skills and detail-oriented working style.
  • Excellent analytical and communication (written and verbal) skills.
  • Flexibility and openness in responding to changing work priorities and environment.
  • Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team, including cross cultural teams.
  • Ability to exercise independent and sound judgment in planning and carrying out tasks and in taking steps necessary to meet deadlines.
  • Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office with an emphasis on Excel spreadsheet skills, PowerPoint, Internet, and Gmail, along with all Google applications.
  • Ability to travel internationally and/or domestically approximately up to 10%, as needed.
  • Ability to work at least 3 days per week in-person at Washington, DC office.

Responsibilities

  • Provide programmatic and administrative support to office, division, and project management teams for successful implementation of routine programmatic and core team functions.
  • Collaborate with technical staff and external partners to ensure that work plans, financial reports, and progress reports and other deliverables are prepared, submitted, and reviewed.
  • Collect, compile, organize, plan and assist in analyzing technical and/or statistical information and develop data for use in briefings, publications, and reports.
  • Create and analyze budgets and financial tracking sheets for use by technical teams to track anticipated funding and funding modifications, assist in financial monitoring, and prepare financial action forms to facilitate annual obligations.
  • Prepare program documents and correspondence, in coordination with program and technical staff, ensuring that all documentation is complete and in compliance with USAID rules, regulations, and standards.
  • Support Technical Advisors and Agreement/Contracting Officer’s Representatives (AORs/CORs) to coordinate and manage project(s).
  • Provide financial and administrative support to systems, databases, file maintenance, and information management, and provide technical support in the design and upkeep of spreadsheets and databases to monitor country programs and inform teams of upcoming issues, deadlines, financial updates, and action items.
  • Coordinate meetings and events, maintain the team calendar, set up meeting meetings and manages logistics, and document meeting minutes/notes.
  • Supports hiring actions, onboarding of new staff, meeting logistics, front office taskers and memos, updating contact information and listservs, and drafting and reviewing emails and other communications.
  • Contribute to development of presentations and resources, including synthesized analysis products using Google Sheets and Google Slides.
  • Travel internationally and/or domestically up to 10% of the time as required.
  • Work at least 3 days per week in-person at Washington, DC office.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

No, this position is not fully remote; it requires at least 3 days per week in-person reporting at the Washington, DC office.

What is the salary range for this position?

The full salary range for this position is $65,260 to $94,640 per year, with the starting salary dependent on the candidate's knowledge, skills, and experience.

What educational qualifications are required for this position?

To qualify, candidates must have a Master’s degree and 1 year of relevant experience, a Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of relevant experience, an Associate’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience, or a High School Diploma and 7 years of relevant experience.

Is U.S. citizenship required for this role?

Yes, U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residency is required, along with the ability to obtain and maintain a Facility Access clearance.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Junior Program Analyst?

The primary responsibilities include providing programmatic and administrative support, collaborating with technical staff, collecting and analyzing data, preparing program documents, managing project coordination, and maintaining financial tracking systems.

Will the Junior Program Analyst need to travel?

Yes, the role may require international and/or domestic travel up to 10% of the time.

What skills are necessary for success in this role?

Necessary skills include quantitative analysis, financial management, organizational abilities, proficiency with large spreadsheets, analytical and communication skills, and strong interpersonal skills for teamwork.

How is performance evaluated in this position?

Performance is evaluated based on the ability to complete assigned tasks effectively, meet deadlines, and contribute positively to team dynamics and project goals.

What important competencies are valued in this job?

Important competencies include innovation, client service, accountability, interpersonal skills, and a commitment to continual learning.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, the organization encourages continual learning and professional development that is aligned with individual roles and organizational goals.

One Measure of Success – Yours.

1001-5000
Employees
2005
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Credence provides innovative technology, health, international development, engineering, and management solutions to support mission-critical programs for Federal government customers. We are one of the nation’s largest privately held government contractors. Our ability to perform exceptionally to implement new solutions, efficiencies, and savings across 220 U.S. Government programs is due to our obsession with exceeding customer expectations and our emphasis on employee wellbeing—best exemplified by our corporate philosophy: “One Measure of Success. Yours.” WHY WORK WITH CREDENCE? We are consistently rated as a Top Workplace and are proud to be one of the fastest growing privately held firms in the U.S. over the last decade. Credence treats each customer, teaming partner, and employee as a trusted partner whom we serve. We ensure successful outcomes by focusing on the measure of success that we consider to be most important—Yours. WHY WORK FOR CREDENCE? We are a diverse, enthusiastic team of professionals who are dedicated to providing exceptional service to our customers. Our culture is focused on employee empowerment, recognition, and reward, and each person is encouraged to take initiative and strive to reach their greatest potential. HOW CREDENCE GIVES BACK: We believe in giving back to the communities in which we live and work through corporate charitable events, support for employee volunteering, and a 100% corporate match for employee charitable giving.