Senior Project Specialist
Senior Project Specialist
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$ 120000 - 140000
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Job Description
Join AIR as a Senior Project Specialistsupporting theFEWS NET Learning and Data Hub projectand bring your advanced project management expertise to a mission-driven team working to improve global food security. The FEWS NET (Famine Early Warning Systems Network) project provides timely evidence-based analysis to help decision-makers respond to humanitarian crises and food insecurity around the world.
In this role you will lead and coordinate complex project activities working closely with Project Directors and Task Leaders to ensure the successful execution of high-impact initiatives. You will oversee the planning implementation and monitoring of project workflows data collection deliverables and resource allocation across a diverse portfolio.
This position requires a proactive detail-oriented professional with strong analytical communication and leadership skills and a commitment to supporting the goals of the FEWS NET project through efficient and effective project operations.
This position has the flexibility to work remote from anywhere in the United States or from any of AIRsU.S. office locations. This does not include U.S. territories.
About AIR:
Established in 1946 with headquarters in Arlington Virginia AIR is a nonpartisan not-for-profit institution that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to solve some of the most urgent challenges in the U.S. and around the world. We advance evidence in the areas of education health the workforce human services and international development to create a better more equitable world.
Responsibilities
- Lead the execution of project tasks in collaboration with Project Directors and Task Leaders ensuring alignment with strategic goals and contract requirements.
- Design and implement standardized project management tools templates and workflows that reflect AIRs best practices.
- Manage project timelines deliverables and resource allocation using advanced project tracking systems.
- Supervise and mentor junior staff delegating tasks and ensuring timely high-quality completion.
- Provide strategic input on project planning risk mitigation and process improvement.
- Analyze project performance data and synthesize findings into actionable insights and reports.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams and facilitate communication across internal and external stakeholders.
- Support proposal development and contribute to client-facing deliverables as needed.
Qualifications
Education Knowledge and Experience:
- Bachelors degree in public policy economics education psychology political science communications or a related field; or Masters degree (e.g. MBA MPA or related).
- Minimum of 68 years of progressive experiencein project management data analysis and operational support preferably in research consulting or government contracting environments.
- PMP certification preferredor demonstrated equivalent experience in managing complex multi-stakeholder projects.
- Experience working in or with international development education or public policy sectors is a plus.
Skills:
- Advanced project management skills including the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong leadership and team coordination abilities with experience supervising or mentoring staff.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools (e.g. Smartsheet Asana MS Project).Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize data into actionable insights.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated commitment to client service and continuous improvement.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a virtual or hybrid team environment.
Disclosures:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position. Depending on project work qualified candidates may need to meet certain residency requirements.
American Institutes for Research is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of age race color religion sex gender gender identity/expression sexual orientation national origin protected veteran status or disability.
AIR adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo reference and background checks.
AIR maintains a drug-free work environment.
ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE:If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability please send an email to Taliba Boone ator call 202.403.5000.
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Anticipated Annual Salary Range
$120000 - $140000 USD
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Contract
