Assistant Program Manager - Notional

Comprehensive Health Services; Georgia; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Acuity International is seeking an Alternate Program Manager (APM) to support the Program Manager in executing the AFCAP VI basic contract. The APM will serve with full authority in the PM's absence, directing program activities and maintaining 24-hour responsiveness to Government requirements.

The role requires active SECRET clearance, a track record in program management, and experience with government acquisitions. Travel to CONUS/OCONUS locations may be required.

Qualifications

• Active SECRET security clearance (verifiable).
• 2 years of program management experience within the last 7 years.
• Experience with government appropriations.
• Experience in engineering, construction, services, or commodities.
• Experience managing multiple task orders > $400K.
• Willingness to sign a Letter of Intent and provide resume and narrative of qualifying efforts.
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills with ability to lead and supervise a team.

Responsibilities

• Serve as contract-level key person of record for at least 12 months.
• Act on behalf of the Program Manager in their absence with decision-making authority.
• Assist in maintaining AFCAP Management Plan and related plans (staffing, quality control, procurement, subcontract management, safety, security, etc.).
• Oversee multiple task orders across dispersed performance locations.
• Engage AFCAP Contracting Officer and Government PM Team; update plans and key personnel.
• Prepare executive reports, CDRLs, and performance reporting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with DoD Joint Ethics Regulation and all laws and regulations.
• Support briefings and presentations to senior leadership and U.S. Government representatives.
• Provide leadership and development to foster continuous improvement and high performance.

Skills

Security clearance

Program management

Government acquisitions

Task orders

Leadership

Communication

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Alternate Program Manager (APM) supports the Program Manager in the management and execution of the AFCAP VI basic contract and serves with full authority in the PM's absence. The APM is a designated key person under the contract and assists in directing the Program Management Office, overseeing task order performance across geographically dispersed locations, and ensuring 24-hour responsiveness to Government requirements. The APM will actively support and promote the company's vision, mission, and values.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as a contract-level key person of record, remaining in position for a minimum performance period of at least 12 months.
• Act on behalf of the Program Manager in their absence, with authority to make decisions and direct program activities.
• Assist in maintaining the AFCAP Management Plan (CDRL A001) and its component plans, including staffing, quality control, procurement, subcontract management, safety, security, property control, contingency, and CTIP.
• Support oversight of multiple task orders simultaneously, including coordination with Site Managers and Alternate Site Managers at each performance location.
• Support engagement with the AFCAP Contracting Officer and Government Program Management Team, including plan updates, key personnel notifications, and maintenance of the Key AFCAP VI Contact Listing.
• Assist in the preparation of executive reports, CDRLs, and performance reporting requirements.
• Ensure personnel comply with the Joint Ethics Regulation (DoD 5500.7-R) and all host country, company, federal, and state laws, regulations, and requirements.
• Support briefings and presentations to senior leadership and U.S. Government representatives.
• Provide leadership, training, and development to foster a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current, active SECRET security clearance (verifiable).
• Two (2) years of program management experience within the last seven (7) years, with demonstrated expertise in each of the following areas:
• Government appropriations
• Engineering, Construction, Services, or Commodities
• Government acquisitions
• Management of multiple task orders of a magnitude greater than $400K
• Willingness to sign a Letter of Intent committing to this role upon contract award and to provide a resume and experience narrative documenting qualifying efforts (scopes/types of work, dollar values, and number of efforts) completed within the last five years.
• Proven verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead, coach, and supervise a team.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK CONDITIONS

• Task order locations may be remote, austere, or contingency environments, requiring adaptability and resilience.
• Must maintain 24-hour availability and be prepared to respond to urgent Government requirements on short notice.
• Travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations may be required.
• Must be able to adapt to changing work conditions, including shifts in workload, tasks, and environmental factors.

Acuity International is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.