Program Manager
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Washington, DC - USA
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Job Summary
This position is located in the Government Accountability Office GAO) Strategic Planning and External Liaison (SPEL) unit. As a Program Manager you will be responsible for providing strategic focus for GAOs work building networks and relationships facilitating innovation and collaboration and strengthening capacity through sharing knowledge both within GAO and with other public and private sector organizations.
As a Program Manager PT-0340-3 your typical work assignments may include the following:
- Manages the GAO International Auditor Fellowship Program (IAFP) by overseeing the recruitment of participants; planning all aspects of training coursework and events; securing living accommodations for the international participants; validating that participants have appropriate visas and that other requirements are met; and ensuring
the participants transition and experience in the U.S. is seamless. - Serves as a key representative for the IAFP who acts on behalf of SPEL and GAO at both internal and external meetings; communicates the various phases priorities purposes and procedures necessary to maintain the success of the program to leaders and managers throughout the GAO and with external entities; and identifies key issues to the Director of International Relations.
- Develops evaluates implements and supports meaningful performance objectives and measures that are aligned with program strategy.
- Analyzes emerging issues to recommend structural improvements and ensure long-term program stability for all stakeholders.
- Leverages deep research capabilities to draft justification papers that secure project buy-in and drive program execution.
You must meet all qualification requirements before the announcement closes.
1. You must be a U.S. citizen.
2. You may be required to submit a financial disclosure statement.
3. You must be suitable for federal employment.
4. Registered for Selective Service if applicable. ().
5. Completion of a probationary period may be required.
You may qualify at the PT - 3 level if you fulfill the following qualification requirement:
Applicants must have at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower band level equivalent to PE-IIA PT-II or GS-13 level in the federal service which has equipped the applicant with the skills and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of the position.
Specialized experience is defined as managing and leading organizational programs and initiatives; developing and measuring performance objectives; identifying and recommending structural improvement to strengthen long-term program stability; conducting research to develop justification papers to secure stakeholder successful program execution.
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This is not a bargaining unit position.
OPTION FOR ADDITIONAL SELECTIONS: Based on the staffing needs additional selections may be made through this vacancy announcement.
Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid for by the GAO.
Males born after 12/31/59 and at least 18 years of age must be registered with the Selective Service System. Visit will be required to complete questions contained on the Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306) at the time a tentative job offer is made. If selected at the time of appointment selectees will be required to update the OF-306.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: GAO provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request accommodation please email .The U.S. Government Accountability Offices policy is to provide equal employment opportunity for all regardless of race religion color sex (including pregnancy) national origin age disability genetic information sexual orientation or gender identity.
The U.S. Government Accountability Offices policy is to provide equal employment opportunity for all regardless of race religion color sex (including pregnancy) national origin age disability genetic information sexual orientation or gender identity.
The U.S. GAO is part of the Legislative Branch of the Federal government. As such all positions are in the excepted service. This position may require completion of a probationary period.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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