Strategic Planning/Tasking Management Specialist

Are you highly organized and detail-oriented? Do you like thinking strategically about how to optimize reporting and business workflows?

Join our dynamic team at Ripple Effect as a Strategic Planning/Tasking Management Specialist with the US Army Medical Research and Development Command (USAMRDC), in the G3/5/7 office. In this role, you will analyze data, provide reports, and prepare and present Senior-level briefings. You will oversee project teams to ensure the successful achievement of project objectives through effective management of project plans, schedules, budgets, deliverables, and risk mitigation strategies.

If this position sounds of interest, there’s a place for you here at Ripple Effect! We are a diverse, progressive, and engaging work environment. We offer a multitude of incentives to customize your work experience to your lifestyle.

General Information 

• Job Code: PRO-PM-04T 
• Location: Fort Detrick – Frederick, MD 
• Employee Type: Exempt, Full-Time Regular  
  (Ask our recruiters about flexible work arrangements) 
• Telework: None
• Clearance: Secret (required) 
• Travel: Rare, possible local meetings
• Number of Openings: 1 
• Salary Range: $83,539 - $98,000 per year (how we pay and promote) 

Responsibilities 

• Prepare and submit comprehensive reports promptly, both proactively and in response to specific data requests.
• Gather, organize, and present data on:
• Agency structure, processes, and functions
• Policy and legislative matters
• Governance frameworks
• Contracts, grants, and agreements
• Information technology infrastructure
• Facilities and equipment infrastructure
• Medical supply operations
• Patents, intellectual property, and license
• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of data is maintained, especially in anticipation of data requests.
• Respond promptly to data calls, providing relevant and well-organized information.
• Offer expert consultation and recommendations on policy and governance adjustments when requested.
• Assist staff in planning transition activities, including drafting operational orders (OPORDs), facilitating meetings, and contributing to Operational Planning Teams (OPTs).
• Provide support to key members involved in external OPT engagements.
• Actively participate in crucial OPT meetings and collaborate with the government team to achieve planning and transition objectives.

Requirements

Minimum Education and Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 6 years of related experience 

Basic Requirements 

• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, coupled with strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Proven capacity to effectively prioritize, coordinate, and oversee multiple projects concurrently.
• Demonstrated aptitude for critical thinking and adept problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in utilizing Microsoft applications to facilitate project management and communication.
• Familiarity with Medical Research Development Command (mandatory) and Defense Health Agency (desirable).
• Highly organized and skilled in managing diverse projects and clients concurrently, maintaining high standards within fast-paced, deadline-oriented environments.
• Adaptable to evolving priorities, capable of managing numerous deadlines, and consistently delivering superior-quality outcomes with minimal supervision.
• Active Secret security clearance.

To be successful at Ripple Effect, you must be able to pay attention to details, clearly communicate, work independently, and have an eagerness to learn. Learn more about what it takes to become a Rippler here. 

Skills That Set You Apart 

• Master’s degree
• Experience with government contracting or consulting
• Experience working with USAMRDC
• Understanding of USAMRDC policies and regulations
• Project Management Certificate

If you don’t have all of the skills above, don’t be discouraged—no resume paints a complete picture of a person. There’s a good chance you’re more wonderful than you think, so please apply! 

About Ripple Effect 

Ripple Effect is an award-winning women-owned small business providing professional consulting and exceptional talent for federal, private, and non-profit clients. We deliver multi-disciplinary solutions across communications & outreach, research & evaluation, policy & program management, digital transformation, and strategic staffing solutions with a focus on science, research, and healthcare domains. 

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Benefits

Ripple Effect rewards our employees for their contributions to our mission in many ways, from competitive pay and exceptional benefits to a range of work/life programs based on your employment classification and personalized preferences. 

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Ripple Effect is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, political affiliation, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during the hiring process, please let us know by contacting our HR department at HR@rippleeffect.com or your recruiter. Eligibility for employment will be verified using E-verify.