Project Manager/Team Lead (Training and Education)

Aptive is seeking project manager with at least five years of experience to support the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU). The position will develop and create content to support OSDBU’s training and education efforts that are directed toward veteran-owned small businesses. The full-time role will be based at the client location in Washington, DC. This is a contingent hire position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS.

• Five years of experience creating and delivering training and education. Two years of experience in project management and/or leading a team.
• Bachelor’s degree in area related to communication, training or education.
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.
• Experience with Adobe design software and training and education software.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES.

• Oversee and participate in the creation of training lessons and tools, including content and visual design.
• Deliver training to key audiences in clear and impactful way.
• Oversee and participate in set-up and execution of outreach events.

NECESSARY SKILL SETS.

• Demonstrated management and leadership skills.
• Ability to get up to speed quickly on complex issues; desire to work in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving environment.
• Capable self-starter with a drive to get all types of work done and high attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills with a high-level attention to detail.
• Outstanding written and verbal communications skills.
• Good time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work well within a team environment.
• Ability to carry out multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Ability to get up to speed quickly on complex issues; desire to work in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving environment.
• Ability to utilize relevant design and training software.
• Desired: Ability to utilize video equipment and editing software.
• Desired: Knowledge of military and Veteran populations.

ABOUT THE CLIENT.

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) mission is to enable Veterans to gain access to economic opportunity by leveraging the federal procurement system and expanding participation of procurement-ready small businesses.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EEO).

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.

Veterans and members of the Reserve and National Guard are highly encouraged to apply.