OverviewThis role follows a hybrid schedule, with work performed both remotely and on-site in Atlanta, GA.
Summary:The Program Analyst III (Project Officer) provides programmatic, analytical, and operational support with a focus on extramural project oversight, partner management, and technical coordination across multiple countries in Africa and South America. The incumbent supports cooperative agreements to ensure compliance, accountability, and high-quality program implementation. The Program Analyst III works closely with leadership, project managers, and cross-functional teams to align program outcomes with organizational goals and ensure continuous program enhancement.
This role follows a hybrid schedule, with work performed both remotely and on-site in Atlanta, GA.
ResponsibilitiesEssential Job Functions:- Provide comprehensive project officer support for extramural mechanisms, including monitoring recipient performance, tracking progress toward milestones, reviewing annual progress reports, and ensuring alignment with CDC global health priorities.
- Manage a portfolio of cooperative agreements implemented across Africa and South America, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, CDC policies, and country-specific requirements.
- Support electronic filing and records management for the extramural portfolio, including maintaining up-to-date branch documentation, technical reports, correspondence, agreements, procurement files, and tracking systems in Teams Planner.
- Document performance issues, risks, and lessons learned in an issues management tracker, and ensure the tracker is maintained, updated, and reviewed during routine portfolio meetings.
- Track obligations and expenditures for cooperative agreements from award through de-obligation, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and reconciliation with CDC financial systems.
- Coordinate the development, review, and execution of extramural actions including funding amendments, carryover requests, redirections, technical reviews, contract modifications, and closeouts.
- Analyze and summarize annual reports and financial documentation submitted by international grantees and partners, identifying trends, risks, and required follow-up actions.
- Organize and adhere to a regular cadence of meetings and communication across multiple time zones, by preparing clear agendas, talking points, and supporting materials. Proactively provide simple, step-by-step guidance to external partners to help them navigate complex administrative processes.
- Support onsite meetings and events, including registration, material preparation, setup, technical support, and real-time facilitation.
- Discern the need for escalation and diplomacy when navigating complex topics with external partners.
- Provide onsite meeting support to register attendees, ensure all materials are delivered, setup and help facilitate meetings.
- Assist staff to coordinate regular communication - electronic and telephonic - with CDC staff, and external stakeholders.
- Provide logistical and technological support for all conferences or meetings held by the branch.
- Arrange ongoing weekly and biweekly meetings. Coordinate meetings to include providing conference call lines, production of agenda and materials for discussion.
- Attend CDC approved trainings required to learn new CDC government systems to complete required tasks.
QualificationsNecessary Skills and Knowledge:- Strong leadership skills, with experience managing multiple projects and leading cross-functional teams.
- Superior written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to present complex information clearly and effectively to senior stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience in data analysis and interpretation.
- Proficiency in data analysis tools and software.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Minimum Qualifications:- Minimum 5-7 years of experience in program analysis, project management, or a related analytical role, with increasing levels of responsibility.
- Strong expertise in data analysis, performance measurement, and program evaluation techniques.
Preferred Qualifications:- Knowledge of program evaluation methodologies and performance metrics.
- Project management experience or certification.
Pay and BenefitsThe salary range for this position is $110,000 - $120,000 annually.
At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
