Program/Contract Manager - Military Veterans

The Alakaina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) has a need for a Program/Contract Manager to support our government customer located in Silver Spring, MD. DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES: All documentation and management processes must comply with all regulatory requirements, both Federal and DoD, regarding human subjects protection, animal subject research, research ethics, property accountability, and publication in peer-reviewed professional research publications. All work shall be in compliance with occupational health and safety standards and other applicable regulations and guidelines, which may include medical surveillance.  Conduct periodic progress meetings to review the contractor’s performance and apprise the Government of problems, if any, being experienced. Conduct and attend meetings with uniformed and civilian Government scientists, Principal Investigators (PIs), Administrative Officers, support staff and other key stakeholders as necessary. Record and deliver meeting minutes for meetings in coordination with the Government. Develop and/or Maintain a Program Management Plan (PMP) and provide an updated version quarterly. Provide an updated Monthly Status Report (MSR).   REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: Must have Bachelor’s Degree in related field. Must have professional training or certification in Project Management and/or Program Management. REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Must have direct experience managing work adhering to compliance with occupational health and safety standards and other applicable regulations and guidelines, which may include medical surveillance. Must have direct knowledge and experience in regulatory requirements, both Federal and DoD, regarding human subjects’ protection, animal subject research, research ethics, property accountability, and publication in peer-reviewed professional research publications. REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE: Must be a U.S. Citizen. Must have an active Public Trust clearance.   ​The Alakaina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible full-time employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are proud to state that we do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click   here   to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees. The Alakaina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. The Family of Companies (FOCs) includes Keaki Technologies, Laulima Government Solutions, Kūpono Government Services, and Kāpili Services, Pookela Solutions, Kīkaha Solutions, LLC, and Pololei Solutions, LLC. Alakaina Foundation activities principally benefit the youth of Hawaii through charitable efforts which includes providing innovative educational programs that combine leadership, science & technology, and environmental stewardship.   For additional information, please visit www.alakainafoundation.com .    #LI-JS1 #ClearanceJobs