Program Monitoring Training Specialist

Corner Alliance is a dynamic, growing consulting firm that devotes itself to providing an enriching employee experience while meeting project deliverables. We are looking for an energetic, experienced Program Monitoring Training Specialist with at least 7 years of relevant experience who will fully embrace our commitments to deliver, grow and thrive as we work in meaningful ways to create results for the government.

If you consider your strengths to be: methodical attention to detail, creative problem-solving, data analysis, program management, and a desire to show the value of Federal programs, then we are looking for you!

About The Role

You will provide instructional design and training presentation support for a Federal government client. You will independently plan, organize, and design cross-cutting curricula focused on the practical application of federal grant program monitoring and evaluation techniques. You will design a comprehensive set of iterative training resources and use these materials to facilitate training and workshops for the Federal government client. You will coordinate with grants program SMEs to develop and implement innovative approaches to content creation, learning tools, and training session design .

Key Responsibilities Include (but Are Not Limited To)

• Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure the accuracy and completeness of educational materials
• Carry out our Commitments to Deliver, Grow, and Thrive
• Lead the implementation of a monitoring training initiative for multiple Federal grant programs
• Test and evaluate educational materials to ensure they are effective and meet the needs of the learners
• Coordinate with program staff and the federal government to develop, update, and revise existing materials for the use of training presentations
• Prepare for and participate in meetings with Government officials and leaders
• Analyze the needs and goals of the learners and the organization and develop objectives and learning outcomes for educational materials
• Remain up to date on current and emerging educational technologies and techniques
• Design and implement instructional strategies and assessment methods for in-person, online, and self-guided training sessions
• Develop entire courses or training curricula and create training materials, such as teaching manuals, presentations, handouts, and student guides, discussion topics, poll questions, knowledge checks, and exercises
• Support cross-departmental initiatives, effectively collaborating with all parties to successfully fulfill client needs
• Collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative data to support effective training
• Develop a Federal government-compliant training plan that succinctly describes the timing and purpose of all training events – whether they complement each other, what elements are key or missing, and if they serve their intended purpose and outcomes

Location:

You will work as part of a remote team.

Required Experience/Skills:

• At least 3 years of experience in federal program training
• US citizenship or permanent resident and the ability to pass public trust clearance or suitability
• Proven ability to speak to a wide variety of audiences
• Proven ability to develop comprehensive evaluation reports including structure, data analytics, graphics, and writing
• Experience in design, development, and implementation of ‘training the trainer’ principles
• Bachelor’s degree and at least 7 years of relevant, professional experience

Preferred Experience/Skills:

• Federal or state government consulting experience

Don’t think you have everything for this role but are still very interested? Please don’t hold back from applying because you may not have it all. There's no such thing as a perfect candidate. You can learn and grow with us. So, please apply if you consider yourself to be detail-oriented, can re-prioritize in a fast-paced environment, have great client management skills, can manage high quality deliverables on time and this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day.

And the part about consulting? You also don’t need to have a consulting background to apply - we have consultants here from many different backgrounds: non-profits, associations, government, private sector and anything in between. We offer a 2 day orientation where we teach you the Corner Alliance Way of Consulting. What you do need are: transferable skills.

Transferable Skills and Traits :

• Rapport Builder - having a natural ability to build candid, honest relationships with our clients and colleagues
• Analytical and Critical Thinking Skills - ability to collect and analyze relevant information, problem-solve, and make rational decisions
• Coachable - receptive to feedback and swift on implementing suggestions
• Prioritization Skills - ability to sequence tasks in order of terms of importance; and willingness to pivot if more important tasks arise
• Innovative - willing to challenge the status quo, push boundaries, and suggest improvements to existing processes
• Excellent Writing Skills - ability to synthesize, be concise, use the active voice, proofread and edit
• Unflappable - capability to navigate unexpected challenges with grace and come up with thoughtful solutions; you fully embrace a ‘we-will-figure-it-out’ mindset in chaos
• Resourceful - eager to learn more and develop skills you may not have; and ability to learn new systems quickly and a thirst to learn independently

About Us

We are a dynamic and growing management consulting firm headquartered in downtown DC focused on creating an experience that feels a bit different for our clients. We have their backs, push them with new ideas, and start every solution with their stakeholders to create high-performing, high-results Federal Government programs. Corner Alliance is serious about our Commitments: to Deliver excellence, Grow the business and Thrive in a vibrant environment.

Our Core Purpose is simple and meaningful: We work with government to create results.

Corner Alliance offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package for full time employees including 401k matching (4%), PTO (3 weeks to start, 4 weeks (2-5 years) and 5 weeks (5 years+)), health, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, FSA accounts, 4 weeks of paid parental leave, 11 paid holidays (including your birthday off), fitness & cell phone reimbursements, monthly all hands update meetings, annual in-person all hands team building day and evening out, regular check-ins for professional growth goals, semi-monthly one on one performance manager meetings, a social team that coordinates monthly events, use of technology like Slack to keep us connected and collaborative, and overall, a company culture dedicated to a highly engaged team.

Corner Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other basis covered by applicable law. We are dedicated to building a diverse and talented workforce that reflects the strength of our society and our shared commitment to excellence and inclusivity. We make a steadfast commitment to actively seek, recruit, and hire qualified candidates from these groups for our open positions.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Corner Alliance please call (202) 754-8120 or email [email protected].

Corner Alliance participates in the E-verify program and will provide the Federal Government with Form I-9 information to confirm work authorization in the U.S.

Visit us at www.corneralliance.com to learn more.

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