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ROLE
We need an experienced Project Manager to lead the Information Resource Center (IRC) Administrative Support Services at the U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA). USTDA helps advance overseas infrastructure projects that create opportunities for U.S. exports while supporting jobs at home. In this role, you will provide leadership, coordination, and oversight of all contractor staff supporting USTDA’s administrative, records management, information, and facilities functions. You will ensure contract performance standards are met, manage workflow and deliverables, oversee quality assurance, and serve as the primary liaison with the Contracting Officer (CO), Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), and other agency leadership. This is a full-time opportunity. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
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RESPONSIBILITIES
Serve as the primary point of contact with the CO and COR, providing regular updates, addressing issues, and ensuring effective communication between USTDA and contractor staff
Provide leadership and oversight of all contractor personnel supporting IRC functions, ensuring tasks are completed in compliance with PWS requirements and federal regulations
Develop, implement, and monitor project plans, process maps, schedules, and performance metrics to ensure contract deliverables are met on time and within budget
Oversee the preparation and submission of required reports and deliverables, including weekly status updates, annual records management data, and updates to the IRC Manual and Document Flow Process Map
Manage quality control processes to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and effectiveness of all services provided under the contract
Supervise and cross-train staff to ensure adequate coverage of all functional areas
Identify and mitigate risks related to project timelines, staffing, costs, and compliance requirements, providing solutions and contingency plans as needed
Support financial, contract, and grant-related administrative tasks, including verification of deliverables and cost-share certifications
Provide technical support and troubleshooting for audiovisual equipment during agency events when required
Coordinate onboarding, training, and continuing education for contractor personnel to align with evolving federal and agency requirements
Ensure professional conduct and adherence to USTDA’s performance standards, security requirements, and quality assurance guidelines across all contractor operations
REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
At least 15 years of relevant work experience
Demonstrates strong leadership, management, and supervisory skills
Demonstrated analytical and organizational skills
Strong interpersonal, oral, and written skills
Experience with performance and oversight of Quality Control Program
Proficient in project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and reporting
Experience with administrative services like office management, records, human resources support, or procurement
Experience analyzing and implementing business processes
Experience leading projects, including creating project plans and process maps
Proficient in using software for data analysis, financial management, and project management
Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks
Experience with risk management related to timelines, costs, or compliance
Experience using data to make decisions, measure performance, and improve outcomes
Understanding of budget management, contractor personnel oversight, and other relevant administrative functions
REQUIRED EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS
Business, management or related degree –
LOCATION
Arlington, VA 22209
CLEARANCE
US Citizenship
Ability to obtain and retain a SECRET security clearance
CLIENT
US Trade and Development Agency (USTDA), Information Resource Center (IRC)
TRAVEL
No travel required.
WORK HOURS
Full time = 40 hours a week, 8 hours a day
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION
W2 Classification
RELOCATION
Not eligible for relocation benefits.
West 4th Strategy is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to
, , creed, , , , ancestry, , , marital status, mental , physical , medical condition, , political affiliation, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law.
Other Considerations:
applicants will be subject to a background investigation. Individual’s primary workstation is in an office area. The noise level in this environment is low to moderate. Regularly required to sit for extended periods up to 80% of the time; frequently required to move about to access file cabinets and use office equipment such as PC, copier, fax, telephone, cell phone, etc. Occasionally required to reach overhead, bend, and lift objects of up to 10 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the use of computer monitor screens up to 80% of the time.
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RESPONSIBILITIES
Serve as the primary point of contact with the CO and COR, providing regular updates, addressing issues, and ensuring effective communication between USTDA and contractor staff
Provide leadership and oversight of all contractor personnel supporting IRC functions, ensuring tasks are completed in compliance with PWS requirements and federal regulations
Develop, implement, and monitor project plans, process maps, schedules, and performance metrics to ensure contract deliverables are met on time and within budget
Oversee the preparation and submission of required reports and deliverables, including weekly status updates, annual records management data, and updates to the IRC Manual and Document Flow Process Map
Manage quality control processes to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and effectiveness of all services provided under the contract
Supervise and cross-train staff to ensure adequate coverage of all functional areas
Identify and mitigate risks related to project timelines, staffing, costs, and compliance requirements, providing solutions and contingency plans as needed
Support financial, contract, and grant-related administrative tasks, including verification of deliverables and cost-share certifications
Provide technical support and troubleshooting for audiovisual equipment during agency events when required
Coordinate onboarding, training, and continuing education for contractor personnel to align with evolving federal and agency requirements
Ensure professional conduct and adherence to USTDA’s performance standards, security requirements, and quality assurance guidelines across all contractor operations
REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
At least 15 years of relevant work experience
Demonstrates strong leadership, management, and supervisory skills
Demonstrated analytical and organizational skills
Strong interpersonal, oral, and written skills
Experience with performance and oversight of Quality Control Program
Proficient in project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and reporting
Experience with administrative services like office management, records, human resources support, or procurement
Experience analyzing and implementing business processes
Experience leading projects, including creating project plans and process maps
Proficient in using software for data analysis, financial management, and project management
Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks
Experience with risk management related to timelines, costs, or compliance
Experience using data to make decisions, measure performance, and improve outcomes
Understanding of budget management, contractor personnel oversight, and other relevant administrative functions
REQUIRED EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS
Business, management or related degree –
LOCATION
Arlington, VA 22209
CLEARANCE
US Citizenship
Ability to obtain and retain a SECRET security clearance
CLIENT
US Trade and Development Agency (USTDA), Information Resource Center (IRC)
TRAVEL
No travel required.
WORK HOURS
Full time = 40 hours a week, 8 hours a day
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION
W2 Classification
RELOCATION
Not eligible for relocation benefits.
West 4th Strategy is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to
, , creed, , , , ancestry, , , marital status, mental , physical , medical condition, , political affiliation, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law.
Other Considerations:
applicants will be subject to a background investigation. Individual’s primary workstation is in an office area. The noise level in this environment is low to moderate. Regularly required to sit for extended periods up to 80% of the time; frequently required to move about to access file cabinets and use office equipment such as PC, copier, fax, telephone, cell phone, etc. Occasionally required to reach overhead, bend, and lift objects of up to 10 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the use of computer monitor screens up to 80% of the time.
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