Strategy and Organizational Development Consultant-REMOTE

*THIS IS NOT AN IT POSITION. PLEASE READ THE JOB DESCRIPTION AND APPLY ONLY IF QUALIFIED*

The Strategy and Organizational Development Consultant will provide expert strategy and organizational development services to assist customers with organizational transformation and workforce development efforts. This includes analyzing the current state and recommending new or enhanced organizational structures, initiatives, programs, and processes. The consultant will work independently with minimal supervision, but typically reports to a Project Manager. Duties may include, but are not limited to:

Reviewing, analyzing, and interpreting complex documents, including existing plans, policies, procedures, presentations, guidance documents, and internal and external memos

Assessing the effectiveness of organizational structures, initiatives, programs, and processes

Documenting the existing capability (current state) for an organization and its associated programs

Designing and facilitating workshops, focus groups, workgroups, and strategic planning sessions

Preparing agendas, meeting minutes, summaries, and After-Action Reports

Developing business case analyses, value propositions, strategic plans, future state roadmaps, implementation plans, and action plans

Identifying change objectives, assessing change readiness, developing change management and stakeholder engagement strategies, developing communication plans, creating communication products

Stakeholder Engagement: Interviewing stakeholders to elicit requirements and gain an in depth understanding of roles, responsibilities, staffing, budgets, authorities, and other elements that impact organizational and program performance.

Analyzing stakeholder feedback and quantitative data, identifying opportunities for improvement, evaluating alternatives, and making recommendations

Conducting workforce analyses and staffing assessments

Designing, administering, and analyzing pulse surveys

Designing and implementing workforce development, engagement, and retention programs and initiatives

Identifying leadership development program requirements and objectives, designing the program approach and activities, conducting training and coaching sessions, assessing outcomes and overall program effectiveness

Documenting processes and using process improvement methodologies (for example, Lean Six Sigma) to identify process gaps and organizational inefficiencies

Tracking and reporting performance metrics

Must be US Citizen and Clearable

This position requires CONUS travel

Education:

BA/BS degree in a related field required

MA/MS degree in a related field preferred

Skills:

Strong consultative, analytical, organizational, and strategic planning skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as technical and analytical skills

Ability to ask clarifying questions and/or re-direct customers to obtain additional information

Ability to analyze cost and statistical data to evaluate program needs and performance

Ability to translate technical information into easily understood information

Excellent presentation and persuasion skills

Ability to present findings and produce reports, graphics, and documentation

Ability to provide thought leadership and influence

Ability to proactively influence strategic decision making and direction

An energetic, forward-thinking and creative individual with high ethical standards and an appropriate professional image

A well-organized, self-directed self-starter with the ability to take ownership of project tasks

An enthusiastic team player with a strong drive to create a positive work environment

An intelligent and articulate individual who can relate to people at all levels within an organization

Ability to schedule and facilitate meetings with people at varying levels within an organization

Ability to develop effective meeting agendas, document detailed, client-ready meeting notes, and identify specific action items

Ability to follow up with customers and team members regarding action items and meeting discussions

Ability to generate detailed status reports for completed tasks

Ability to take direction and receive constructive criticism

Experience conducting web meetings using meeting software such as WebEx or GoToMeeting preferred

Ability to work onsite or remotely, as needed or as directed by the Project Manager

Experience:

Senior Level: Requires a minimum of 8 years' experience in a related field

SME Level: Requires a minimum of 10-12 years' experience in a related field

Government Consulting Experience Required

Compensation:

The estimated salary range for this position is estimated to be $65,000 - $100,000/year. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. SRE considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. Additionally, SRE adheres to all state and federal requirements regarding salary to ensure compliance with applicable labor laws. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of SRE's total compensation package for employees.

Work Environment:

The primary work location of this position is Washington D.C. Metro area, remote work is allowed but not guaranteed. If you live outside the commutable area, travel expenses are not reimbursed to the primary work location.

EEO Commitment:

SRE employees and applicants for employment are covered by federal laws designed to safeguard employees and job applicants from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, training, pay equity, and career development programs. Consistent with these obligations, SRE also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
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