Systems Planning & Analysis
Executive Assistant/Program Administrator
Systems Planning & Analysis, Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22201
Executive Assistant/Program Administrator
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Systems Planning & Analysis Overview
Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. The Joint, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Interagency Division provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of Defense, Federal Civilian, and international markets. JOID provides a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues. SPA provides critical decision support to enabling and executing a strategy of technological superiority and enabling the delivery and sustainment of secure, resilient, and preeminent capabilities to the warfighter quickly and cost effectively. Our team of experienced military, technical, and operations research analysts is skilled in evaluating military problems, identifying the driving factors, devising innovative approaches, collecting applicable data, developing necessary software tools, and performing thorough and timely assessments to inform technology and acquisition governance decisions to ensure U.S. military forces retain military superiority in the future. SPA has an immediate need for an Executive Assistant/Program Analyst to provide onsite support in Arlington, VA.
Responsibilities
The DIRO Front Office Senior Executive Assistant will provide support to the Chief of Commercial Strategy on a daily basis. Work closely with the DIRO Front Office Team to ensure timely, proactive, and comprehensive administrative support to leadership. Handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion. Demonstrate self-starting initiative, multi-project tracking, and strong time management. Cultivate productive relationships across the Agency and apply energetic approaches to new projects and ideas. Proactively identify and solve problems. Interact with executives, exercising sound judgment and tact. Support all aspects of the daily work routine: maintaining calendars, scheduling meetings and engagements, and determining priority matters. Ensure appropriate follow-up, redirect matters to staff, or handle them directly. Coordinate staff efforts within and outside the office and with other DIRO and DARPA staff.
Qualifications
5+ years of experience providing executive support and calendar management to C-suite, SES, or Congressional leaders Bachelor's degree Active Secret clearance Ability to report to the office five days a week Detail-oriented with exceptional planning and communication skills Experience managing special projects, executive meetings, and external groups for an executive Experience organizing and managing operations consisting of in-person and remote staff Exhibits superior confidentiality, judgment, and discretion in performing duties Experience preparing pitch decks, background materials, and proposals High proficiency with MS Office, project management, and productivity tools
Desired Qualifications
Active Top Secret clearance Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or economics 1 year of experience directly supporting a CEO, founder, or government executive at DARPA, I-ARPA, ARPA-H, or ARPA-E Knowledge of DoD or other US Government operations and processes, and familiarity with DARPA
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Administrative
Industries
Defense and Space Manufacturing Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing Armed Forces
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Executive Assistant/Program Administrator
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Systems Planning & Analysis Overview
Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. The Joint, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Interagency Division provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of Defense, Federal Civilian, and international markets. JOID provides a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues. SPA provides critical decision support to enabling and executing a strategy of technological superiority and enabling the delivery and sustainment of secure, resilient, and preeminent capabilities to the warfighter quickly and cost effectively. Our team of experienced military, technical, and operations research analysts is skilled in evaluating military problems, identifying the driving factors, devising innovative approaches, collecting applicable data, developing necessary software tools, and performing thorough and timely assessments to inform technology and acquisition governance decisions to ensure U.S. military forces retain military superiority in the future. SPA has an immediate need for an Executive Assistant/Program Analyst to provide onsite support in Arlington, VA.
Responsibilities
The DIRO Front Office Senior Executive Assistant will provide support to the Chief of Commercial Strategy on a daily basis. Work closely with the DIRO Front Office Team to ensure timely, proactive, and comprehensive administrative support to leadership. Handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion. Demonstrate self-starting initiative, multi-project tracking, and strong time management. Cultivate productive relationships across the Agency and apply energetic approaches to new projects and ideas. Proactively identify and solve problems. Interact with executives, exercising sound judgment and tact. Support all aspects of the daily work routine: maintaining calendars, scheduling meetings and engagements, and determining priority matters. Ensure appropriate follow-up, redirect matters to staff, or handle them directly. Coordinate staff efforts within and outside the office and with other DIRO and DARPA staff.
Qualifications
5+ years of experience providing executive support and calendar management to C-suite, SES, or Congressional leaders Bachelor's degree Active Secret clearance Ability to report to the office five days a week Detail-oriented with exceptional planning and communication skills Experience managing special projects, executive meetings, and external groups for an executive Experience organizing and managing operations consisting of in-person and remote staff Exhibits superior confidentiality, judgment, and discretion in performing duties Experience preparing pitch decks, background materials, and proposals High proficiency with MS Office, project management, and productivity tools
Desired Qualifications
Active Top Secret clearance Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or economics 1 year of experience directly supporting a CEO, founder, or government executive at DARPA, I-ARPA, ARPA-H, or ARPA-E Knowledge of DoD or other US Government operations and processes, and familiarity with DARPA
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Administrative
Industries
Defense and Space Manufacturing Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing Armed Forces
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