Job Family

Operational Effectiveness Consulting

Travel Required

None

Clearance Required

Ability to Obtain NACI

What You Will Do

Program and Project Management Consultants help our clients develop and implement organizational and cultural programs, increase transparency and performance management, and comply with Federal laws and regulations. As a consultant, you will be a critical member of project teams, helping our clients solve public health and business challenges from strategy through execution. In this role, you will be embedded in the client organization to support the day-to-day work of a Senior Leader within the client organization. You will provide a variety of support services, including administrative support (coordinating and facilitating meetings), communications support (developing materials and drafting messaging), and volunteer coordination (managing recruitment and retention of volunteers for client-specific internal initiatives). In addition to these responsibilities, you will work to improve internal processes, standardize communications, support program tracking and evaluation, and help increase coordination across the client organization. You will be responsible for providing day-to-day support to the Senior Leader, collaborating with internal and external partners on communications and programming, and supporting strategic planning as needed.

As a consultant, you will have an opportunity to deepen your specialized knowledge and skills in program and project management, with specific applications in the area of diversity, equity, belonging, inclusion, accessibility (DEBIA). We are looking for candidates who are self-motivated, outcomes oriented, and capable and willing to develop solutions on their own and collaboratively.

Job Description/Responsibilities

Provide direct client support for end-to-end development of client work products and presentations on DEBIA related programs and projects, such as agendas, PowerPoint presentations, briefing materials, talking points, and executive summaries in preparation for meetings, events, and speaking opportunities.
Serve as a point of contact for client initiatives and manage a busy engagement calendar
Plan, evaluate, and implement initiatives related to strategic plans and special programs
Establish and maintain partnerships with internal and external partners
Serve as a critical team member for DEBIA-related program and project management consulting projects, from project initiation, through analysis, solutions development, implementation, and closeout; project work focuses on program and project management and strategic communications, with direct-mission support to federal health clients
Apply critical thinking and analytical problem-solving skills to collect quantitative and qualitative data (e.g., interviews, focus groups, feedback surveys, document and dataset review)
Analyze quantitative and qualitative data and develop meaningful insights to address organizational challenges and support client decision-making
Build and sustain meaningful relationships with clients and colleagues
Contribute to positive, inclusive team culture and collaborative working environment in support of DEBIA initiatives
Understand and use firm capabilities, solutions, and methodologies
Support internal and business development initiatives, such as communities of practice and proposals

What You Must Have

Bachelor’s degree
1+ year of professional experience in consulting, program or project management, organizational development, process improvement, workforce strategy, change management, communications, or other relevant field
Experience prioritizing and handling multiple tasks, researching and analyzing pertinent client, industry and technical matters, and utilizing problem-solving skills to achieve desired outcomes
Demonstrated ability to track data and metrics to monitor outreach efforts
Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal oversight and high-quality work products
Experience in managing components of projects and ownership of workstreams
Analytical skills to gather and analyze partner feedback and identify strategic engagement opportunities
Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills (including the ability to edit documents for clarity and succinctness as well as the ability to speak/present in client settings)

What Would Be Nice To Have

DEBIA related experience contributing to the development of diversity, equity, belonging, inclusion, and accessibility projects and initiatives in an organizational setting
Change management, process improvement, or project management certification (e.g., Lean Six Sigma Green or Yellow Belt or CAPM)
Ability to think strategically while delivering tactically, with a keen attention to detail
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Experience performing data analysis and using findings to recommend and implement improvements
Experience developing new and re-designing existing processes to meet new and/or evolving business requirements
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels in an organization; ability to develop visually appealing and impactful communication materials
Demonstrated ability to collaborate and contribute as a team member, understanding personal and team roles, contributing to a positive working environment by building relationships with team members, and proactively seeking guidance, clarification, and feedback
Advanced proficiency with MS Office tools: Word, Excel, PowerPoint

What We Offer

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits Include

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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