Telework-Eligible Deputy Director, Policy & Programs

Administration for Children and Families; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 169,000 - 197,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligible

Job summary

Administration for Children and Families in Washington, DC seeks a Deputy Director to guide agency priorities, coordinate cross-organizational initiatives, and evaluate program performance to improve service delivery.

The role involves preparing policy guidance, analyzing legislative and regulatory issues, managing funding activities and overseeing grant/contract performance, and representing the agency in interagency meetings.

Responsibilities

• Direct agency priorities, coordinate cross-organizational initiatives, and evaluate program performance to improve service delivery and organizational effectiveness.
• Prepare policy guidance, analyze legislative and regulatory issues, and develop strategic recommendations to support agency decision-making.
• Monitor grant and contract performance, review recipient compliance, and manage funding activities to ensure accountability and effective stewardship of federal resources.
• Brief executive leadership, coordinate Congressional responses, and represent the organization in interagency and stakeholder meetings on high-priority initiatives.
• Establish performance expectations, mentor supervisors and staff, resolve workforce issues, and support employee development and succession planning.

Job description

Administration for Children and Families in Washington, DC seeks a Deputy Director to guide agency priorities, coordinate cross-organizational initiatives, and evaluate program performance to improve service delivery.

The role involves preparing policy guidance, analyzing legislative and regulatory issues, managing funding activities and overseeing grant/contract performance, and representing the agency in interagency meetings.