Adult Education Policy Program Manager (AER11)

Adult Education Policy Program Manager (AER11)

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Job Description

ProSidian Seeks a Adult Education Policy Program Manager (AER11) [Key Personnel | Program Manager - Exempt 874-1 Consultant] located : CONUS - Atlanta, GA, San Francisco, CA, Austin, TX, Chicago, IL, Washington D.C. (Remote) to provide Education, And Academia Sector related Management And Operations Solutions for Logistical Support for Adult Education Reform Services on behalf of The Department of Education (DoEd). These services are considered part of the ProSidian Education, And Academia Sector Group with relevant Education, And Academia Sector Experience (functional and technical area expertise also ideal) to support an engagement for DOED.

Serves as a Adult Education Policy Program Manager and works as a part of a team to provide Facilitation, and Logistical Support for Adult Education Reform to the Department of Education Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Education (OCTAE) | Division of Adult Education and Literacy (DAEL). The DoEd Engagement for Logistical Support for Adult Education Reform focusses on helping to develop strategic plans and policy recommendations related to adult education and literacy. The purpose of this task order is to provide subject matter expertise and logistical support to the Department of Education for the production of policy-related materials and a variety of meetings.

The ProSidian Engagement Team will identify and procure subject matter experts with knowledge of adult education policy and pedagogy, who will assist in the preparation of commissioned papers, participate in meetings, and provide other services as needed. The subject matter experts will provide technical assistance and support to the Department of Education across a wide range of subject areas in areas like Washington D.C., Atlanta, GA, San Francisco, CA, Austin, TX, and Chicago, IL.

Additionally, The ProSidian Engagement Team will provide comprehensive logistical support for planning, conducting, and following up on meetings, including those with up to 150 participants. The order requires adherence to Department of Education publication guidance and compliance, as well as coordination with various federal and non-federal partners. The subject matter experts should have knowledge of Federal policy for adult education, as well as experience and expertise in various subject areas related to adult education. The Department of Education anticipates no more than 10 projects per year, with a total allocated time of 350 person days per year in each option year. Travel is limited to three nights per trip, and subject matter experts (SMEs) hourly pay cannot exceed that of a GS15 Step 10 government employee.

An Adult Education Policy Program Manager is in charge of devising strategies to enhance and facilitate effective adult education and literacy Programs. Their responsibilities revolve around managing projects and Engagement Teams, Client Engagement, performing research and analysis, and facilitating convenings adult education and literacy Programs to identify the educational needs of a community or institution, coordinating with experts, liaising with suppliers, and providing educators with curriculum guidelines.

They may also allocate budgets, assign schedules, and participate in the employment procedures. Furthermore, as an educational Adult Education Policy Program Manager, it is essential to lead and encourage the workforce to accomplish goals, all while implementing the institution's policies and regulations. Your job duties include overseeing the implementation of develop strategic plans and policy recommendations related to adult education and literacy; and working with clients such as he United Stated Department Of Education (DoEd) to get feedback on the overall effectiveness of the program - The DoEd Engagement for Logistical Support for Adult Education Reform focusses on helping to develop strategic plans and policy recommendations related to adult education and literacy

Adult Education Policy Program Manager is responsible for monitoring the project's progress, improving and developing new strategies, and coordinate various projects across the organization and on behalf of clients to ensure the success of mission, policy, and business objectives.

Qualifications

Desired Qualifications For Adult Education Policy Program Manager (AER11) | Key Personnel | Program Manager - Exempt 874-1 Consultant Candidates :

• A self-starter who is able to learn on the job and multi-task
• Ability to prioritize tasks
• Commitment to mission and vision of CLIENT and ProSidian Consulting
• Excellent collaborator and communicator
• Excellent critical thinking skills
• Excellent interpersonal and dispute resolution skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to conduct outreach, group facilitation, and presentation
• Excellent organizational skills
• Master's degree in related field or equivalent experience

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

The Adult Education Policy Program Manager is a full-time, salaried position. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and are an equal opportunity employer. All candidates, regardless of race, gender, age, or sexual orientation are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

As a condition of employment, all employees are required to fulfill all requirements of the roles for which they are employed; establish, manage, pursue, and fulfill annual goals and objectives with Documented Goals for each of the firm's Eight ProSidian Global Competencies [1 - Personal Effectiveness | 2 - Continuous Learning | 3 - Leadership | 4 - Client Service | 5 - Business Management | 6 - Business Development | 7 - Technical Expertise | 8 - Innovation & Knowledge Sharing (Thought Leadership)]; and to support all business development and other efforts on behalf of ProSidian Consulting.

Teamwork ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant and effectively as a team leader

Leadership the ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives

Business Acumen understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people

Communication ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing

Motivation persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions

Agility ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or workstreams

Judgment exercises prudence and insight in the decision-making process while being mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications

Organization the ability to manage projects and actions and prioritize tasks

Understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.

Commitment to work with smart, interesting people with diverse backgrounds to solve the most significant challenges across private, public, and social sectors

An inquisitive nature and the ability to question the status quo among a community of people they enjoy and teams that work well together

Exhibits grace in success and failure while doing meaningful