Technical program manager Jobs in Rochester, NY

Are you driven toward success in assisting small, minority and women owned businesses with increasing contacts with government agencies and large corporations? Do you thrive in a fast paced and deadline oriented environment? Technical Assistance Program Manager Company Overview :   Our client is comprised of a blend between employees and consultants. Since most of our work is done at client locations, our team is mostly virtual. We tend to work collaboratively using a blend of virtual tools and applications (Slack / Asana / Teams) to stay in touch. The environment is fast paced, and our clients tend to be very demanding. The team is independent, entrepreneurial, creative, and fun. There is also a lot of flexibility when it comes to managing work-life balance. We prioritize family and wellness; it is the perfect environment for someone that is self-motivated and needs a flexible schedule. Skills and Qualifications : (I combined Skills and Qualifications together here) Self-Starter with the ability to work independently with little or no supervision. Collaborative team player – works well with others. Client Centered – willing to go above and beyond for our clients. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite : Word, Power Point and Excel. Knowledge of business and contracting principles. Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects. Ability to conduct workshops, training, and presentations. Bachelor’s Degree At least three years of experience of experience working with or advising small businesses with the review and preparation of bids, proposals, and RFPs. Deep understanding of the government (federal, state, and local) contracting process, and prior experience working with government agencies. Experienced with advising and assisting individuals or businesses with creating cost estimates. Previous experience with delivering workshops, and small group sessions. Excellent communication skills (written, verbal and presentation). Experience working with small, diverse businesses or communities. Proficient with cloud-based timekeeping, reporting and project management tools (Asana, Salesforce). Duties : Aid with preparing bids, proposals, and cost estimates. Assist firms with identifying target audience with government agencies. Guide firms on subcontracting opportunities; processes and best practices. Help firms to identify opportunities by reviewing local bid calendars. Help firms to create, update and maintain professional business profiles. Assist firms with understanding commodity codes. Provide guidance to firms regarding local laws for businesses (Paid Sick Leave, Prevailing Wage) Connect firms to additional resources for accessing capital, bonding, and other types of technical assistance. Conduct small group coaching sessions / masterminds to assist firms with solving common problems. Teach clients how to prepare and respond to bids, proposals, and RFPs. Guide firms that did not win bids on the process for debriefing, and FOIL requests. Conduct and facilitate workshops on contractor readiness programs. Create a detailed summary of each intervention with a client in Salesforce. Follow-up with firms who have submitted proposals to ascertain status (win / loss) and recommend additional actions. Teach firms how to complete standard government forms; certified payrolls, MWBE Participation Plans. Create opportunities for teaming, subcontracting and joint ventures through targeted outreach. Conduct outreach to MWBE firms and booking appointments for technical assistance. Update / maintain personal on-line business calendar so clients can easily book appointments. Provide feedback to JKA team and subject matter experts regarding technical assistance trends, outcomes. Attend industry events, trade shows and other events to promote the program. Develop sourcing opportunity calendar and distribute to MWBE firms. Draft and present reports of program metrics and progress to stakeholders. Additional duties as assigned. Why Join Us? We foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and collaboration. Joining our team offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that supports career growth, while making a meaningful impact on the communities and industries we serve. Perks and Benefits Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunities for professional development A collaborative and supportive team culture If you’re ready to make an impact and grow with us, we’d love to hear from you! We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Powered by JazzHR