Policy Analyst Jobs

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Research Analyst (Digital)

Travel Required

None

Clearance Required

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do

We are currently searching for a Policy Analyst to independently provide support services to satisfy the overall operational objective. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in Bethesda, MD.

Responsibilities Include

• Analyze and evaluate findings and recommend more efficient, effective, and economical ways to accomplish policy objectives.
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations and summary reports on management analysis.
• Compile and analyze policy and related information.
• Collect, organize, and analyze data from various sources.
• Work with NIH Delegations of Authority staff on research and analysis of management data to improve the NIH Delegation database system; process delegations of authorities for the NIH Director approval and develop policies and procedures to enhance and streamline functional areas.
• Compile data and prepare graphs, slides and presentations.
• Work with staff on reporting requirements, including collecting information, collaborating with other offices, and preparing written reports.
• Organize meetings and conferences; invite attendees; coordinate audio/visual requirements; coordinate teleconferencing; confirm speakers/presentations; prepare and disseminate agendas and handouts and other required documents.
• Prepare background information, options and recommendations that are used to brief upper management.
• Work with staff on special projects that involve management research, analysis, and written recommendations; support the Director’s Office, DCM on projects that require development of timelines and milestones.
• Develop guidebooks, templates, and other tools to assist staff with policy practices.
• Handle and resolve complex and/or unusual problems and emergency situations as they arise; work with staff to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of administrative operations; develop expeditious and efficient methods to solve problems.
• Collect, analyze, and organize relevant qualitative and statistical management evaluation information and program information to prepare clear and effective reports.
• Provide support to ten NIH-wide programs managed by the NIH OMA Division of Compliance Management (DCM) staff as needed; meet with program leads to improve program areas, determine priorities, and support staff needs and issues; work with staff to solve inter-and intra-departmental conflicts.
• Review outgoing correspondence and other documents for procedural and grammatical accuracy, proper format, and conformance to established policy.
• Perform fact finding and review to assist in developing and implementing organizational policies and practices.
• Attend meetings, workshops, and seminars on relevant topics; provide a summary of relevant proceedings.
• Provide technical advice to staff regarding new policies and procedures.
• Work with NIH Policy Directives Staff on research and analysis of management data to improve the NIH Policy Manual system; process manual chapters for issuing offices; develop policies and procedures to enhance and streamline functional area.

What You Will Need

• At least 3 years of experience
• Bachelor’s degree in business management and administration or in a related discipline

What Would Be Nice To Have

• WebEx
• Teams
• SharePoint
• Adobe
• Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills
• MS Office

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

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Employee Referral Program
• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
• Care.com annual membership
• Parental Leave
• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

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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