Qureos Mentor

Nakupuna Companies

<div>Overview:
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Nakupuna Solutions is looking for an Administrative Analyst to provide professional support services for the Department of State. This individual shall be able to collect data and prepare critical analysis reports in support of the Afghan Special Immigrant Visa Program. They must possess a working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite and strong written and verbal communication skills.</div>
Responsibilities:
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The following reflects management&rsquo;s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign additional duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.</div><ul><li>
Efficiently transfers application data into the ASIV unit&rsquo;s web-based case management system, including accurately transcribing names, application dates, and employment information for adjudication by unit case workers, achieving a processing rate of at least 35 cases per day when core work responsibility is only case data entry</li><li>
Identifies data entry errors and discrepancies; recommends corrections and takes remedial action when possible</li><li>
Analyzes applications for evidence of previous participation in the SIV program, or previous denial from participation and flags such prior participation and reasons for denial. Assess if new information provided overcomes previous grounds for non-approval</li><li>
Analyzes and makes recommendation on approval and non-approval for participation in the program</li><li>
Mentors and provides regular feedback for new employees working on applications at the verification and/or data entry stage of ASIV processing</li><li>
Uses Microsoft Outlook to monitor a shared office inbox, appropriately flagging messages for further action by ASIV unit personnel. Sends document verification requests by email to employers, achieving a processing rate of at least 10 cases per day when core work responsibility is only verifications. Reviews and analyzes responses received to ensure accuracy and completeness. Follow up as needed</li><li>
Validates employer data by verifying points of contact, email addresses, and phone numbers. Updates ASIV&rsquo;s web-based case management system and Microsoft Access with up-to-date information</li><li>
Compiles statistical data for unit quarterly and annual reports</li><li>
Analyzes information/data to make sound decisions</li><li>
Processes and analyzes multiple data sources across standard operating procedures and regulations to provide a complete package of information</li><li>
Uses information to create trends, reports, spreadsheets, briefing slides, etc</li><li>
Finds ways to successfully streamline streamline processes for a more efficient program office</li><li>
Generate weekly statistics, spreadsheets, and various reports</li><li>
Provide cultural analysis and strategic support</li><li>
Other duties as assigned</li></ul>
Qualifications:
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Education and Experience:
</b></div><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree and four years of experience or 7 years of related office experience and associate degree or 10 years related experience and a High School diploma.</li><li>
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.</li><li>
Strong written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>
Collects data and can prepare critical analysis reports on concise trend and other research materials.</li><li>
Manages other tasks authorized by Government Task Manager that fall within the scope of this task order.</li></ul><div><b>
Clearance: </b>This position requires an active Secret security clearance. Must be a U.S. Citizen.</div><div></div><div><br>
Candidate must be within driving distance of DC Metro Area.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Physical Requirements: </b>The ideal candidate must at a minimum be able to meet the following physical requirements of the job <b><i>with or without a reasonable accommodation</i></b><i>:</i></div><ul><li>
Ability to perform repetitive motions with the hands, wrists, and fingers.</li><li>
Ability to engage in and follow audible communications in emergency situations.</li><li>
Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer.</li></ul></div>

Consultant (Administrative Analyst)

<div>Overview:
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Nakupuna Solutions is looking for a Business Analyst. The purpose of this position is to be part of a team that provides analytic support of the Department of Defense&rsquo;s (DoD) ongoing Core Enterprise Technology Agreement (CETA) efforts. Members of the team will provide Business Case Analysis (BCAs), Analyses of Alternatives (AoAs), contract spend and should-cost analysis, and other comparative analyses to advise the government client of DoD-wide software licensing strategies that provide best value.
</div>Responsibilities:
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The following reflects management&rsquo;s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign additional duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.</div><ul><li>
Conduct BCAs across a variety of software licensing packages available to DoD, including total cost of ownership relative to capabilities.</li><li>
Conduct AoAs between a variety of software licensing packages and capabilities to ultimately make best value recommendations to the DoD; document &ldquo;as-is&rdquo; vs. &ldquo;to-be&rdquo; conditions (cost and performance baselines, statutory/regulatory constraints, etc.) to drive decisions.</li><li>
Evaluate benchmarking data to recommend target pricing for a variety of licensing packages or individual capabilities; analyze, identify, and document boundaries/ranges on DoD enterprise software acquisition agreement price and costs.</li><li>
Provide strategic guidance on negotiation best practices while identifying impacts, challenges, and risks to future enterprise software licensing contracts.</li><li>
Prepare and deliver briefing materials (PowerPoint) to explain analytical findings, frequently to senior-level government personnel</li><li>
Track and evaluate implementation of vendor licensing agreements.</li><li>
Develop reporting formats for tracking project progress (e.g., actual vs. planned completions, rework statistics, productivity rates, etc.) and ensure timely submission of completed reports at client specified frequency.</li><li>
Conduct retrospective analysis and assessments of enterprise software licensing agreements and DoD performance on major software licensing contract negotiations.</li><li>
Develop and deliver training material to government personnel and contractors on commercial best practices and other analysis performed to support negotiation processes.</li><li>
Keep Nakupuna leadership abreast of project execution, and any issues (e.g., production, equipment/facilities, manpower, project delays, etc.) of potential impact to achievement of client requirements/deliverables or requirements exceeding defined scope of work.</li><li>
Provide support in preparing and executing customer requirements and design workshops to define and refine business and testing requirements, discuss potential solutions, identify risks, etc.</li><li>
Assist project manager as required, prepare required documentation and deliverables.</li><li>
Monitor and evaluate developments in USG and DoD-wide initiatives, policy changes, Executive Orders, and published strategies to keep leadership abreast on projected challenges or impacts.</li></ul>
Qualifications:
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Qualification/Skills:</b> Nakupuna Solutions is looking for a self-starter who can perform research and analyze both quantitative and qualitative data to drive impactful decisions. Candidate must be comfortable and adept at taking ambiguous or unstructured information and determining how to package it into meaningful analysis for the client. Analyses will involve BCAs, AoAs, and process reviews. Candidate must be highly motivated, adaptable, and have exceptional written and oral communication skills. As a fully remote role, the candidate must be able to work independently with periodic check-ins from supervisors. Candidate must also have strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly in PowerPoint and Excel.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Education and Experience:</b> This position requires a bachelor&rsquo;s degree from an accredited institution. The following are desirable levels of experience:</p><ul><li>
2-5 years of experience in a dynamic, fast-paced environment</li><li>
Prior experience delivering briefings to senior-level leaders.</li><li>
Experience in procurement, category management and/or supply chain field is highly desired.</li><li>
Experience with Federal IT procurement process is highly desired</li><li>
Familiarity with contract negotiation</li><li>
Familiarity with IT or Enterprise Software Licensing is preferable.</li><li>
Prior experience in management consulting would be beneficial, but not required.</li><li>
Must be proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel, knowedge of data visualization applications (ex. Power BI, Tableau) is highly desirable</li></ul><div><b>
Clearance Requirements: </b>Must be able to obtain and maintain a CAC.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Work Location:</b> Remote, Arlington, Virginia, Charleston, South Carolina, Mechanicsburg Pennsylvania, Denver Colorado. Must be able to come into a Nakupuna Companies office 1 day a month.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Physical Requirements: </b>The ideal candidate must at a minimum be able to meet the following physical requirements of the job <b><i>with or without a reasonable accommodation</i></b><i>:</i></div><ul><li>
Ability to perform repetitive motions with the hands, wrists, and fingers.</li><li>
Ability to engage in and follow audible communications in emergency situations.</li><li>
Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer.</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
The Nakupuna Companies use a market-based compensation strategy to ensure that our employees are compensated within applicable market ranges commensurate with multiple factors, including but not limited to the individual&rsquo;s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, and position location. The projected compensation range for this position is $90,000.00 to $105,000.00 (annualized USD). The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Nakupuna Companies total compensation package for employees.</div></div>

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