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Department: Health Programs

Reports to: Health Programs Director

Location: Remote

Employment Type: Full-Time, One-Year Contract (with potential for renewal based on funding)

About the National Alliance for Caregiving   

The National Alliance for Caregiving (NAC) is a catalyst for change, transforming how the United States recognizes, supports, and values the 63 million family caregivers providing complex care. Through our nationally recognized caregiving research and advocacy, we drive policy, system, and culture change to elevate family caregivers as a national priority. We foster partnerships across aging, disability, healthcare, philanthropy, and the private sector with the goal of making family caregiving more sustainable, equitable, and dignified.   

About the Role   

We are seeking an entry-level Program Associate to provide administrative and logistical support for health program activities. This role is ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals interested in program management and health equity. You will gain hands-on experience in event coordination, research projects, and cross-sector partnerships.

You will work closely with the Senior Health Program Manager and Programs Director to implement initiatives such as the Cancer Caregiving Collaborative and Caregiver Inclusion Value Initiative, as well as other projects that advance NAC’s mission.

Key Responsibilities  

Program Coordination:

• Assist in developing and tracking project workplans, timelines, and performance measures to meet project goals and deliverables.
• Coordinate planning and execution of partner engagements, meetings, events, and hybrid activities.
• Assess program progress and translate key learnings into clear and engaging reports and presentations. Conduct research and analyze data to inform team and program decisions.
• Work alongside Senior Health Manager and Programs Director to ensure that project aligns with organizational priorities.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, processes, and tools used in program coordination and implementation.
• Help strengthen the project’s structure and practices to promote health equity and ensure decision-making processes center caregivers.

Partnership Support:

• Maintain and update partnership assets (presentation decks, newsletters, one-sheets, project webpages).
• Prepare materials for external meetings and presentations in collaboration with Communications and Events teams.

Communication and Outreach:

• Develop content for internal and external audiences, including partners and funders.
• Manage, maintain and update partnership assets, including presentation decks, project handouts, and project webpages.

Funder Reporting and Grant Compliance:

• Support data collection and documentation for funder reports as assigned.
• Maintain accurate records that contribute to grant compliance and reporting requirements.
• Learn and apply organizational processes for funder deliverables.

Knowledge & Skills:

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, public health, health policy, or related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in project coordination, program support, or administrative roles within public health, healthcare, or mission-driven organizations.
• Candidates in this position must be highly motivated, capable of self-directed work, flexible, and committed to continuous learning and growing in support of team and caregiving.
• Highly organized, with the ability to prioritize and follow through with multiple tasks while maintaining outstanding attention to detail.
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills, including strong interpersonal, written, and active listening skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Asana, Canva, and Constant Contact.

Preferred

• Experience collaborating with healthcare systems, patient advocacy groups, and health equity work.
• Familiarity with program design and implementation.

Compensation and Benefits   

• Salary: $45,000   
• Monthly stipend for mobile phone usage.  
• Paid Federal Holidays and Winter Holiday (Office closed 12/24 through 1/1).  
• Paid Monthly WMATA Smart Benefits or parking up to $130/monthly (DC employees).  

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

NAC is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). Candidates of diverse backgrounds, minorities, women, people with disabilities, people of LGBT orientation, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.  

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Director of Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation (VA&R) position is located in Washington, D.C. The incumbent is responsible for overseeing the operations of the American Legion’s VA&R Division. Develop policy and activities relative to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), Veterans Health Administration (VHA), National Cemetery Administration (NCA), and the Board of Veterans Appeals (BVA). Serve as an advocate for veterans and members of their families to Congress, the VA and other organizations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Serve as the resident expert on VA programs benefiting veterans, their families, and caregivers including but not limited to healthcare and non-healthcare benefits.
2. Advise the Executive Director of Government Affairs on technical information related to the VA’s healthcare system and disability claims processes.
3. Supervise and oversee The American Legion programs within the Health Policy, Benefits and Claims, and Veterans Programs sections.
4. Review, Revise, and develop a full campaign for the Be the One (BTO) Campaign initiative; continue to provide oversight and modifications for BTO related efforts going forward and report to national leadership as required.
5. Review, revise and develop procedures and programs, as a proponent of quality of care at VA medical facilities and the quality of development of veteran’s claims for compensation, including The American Legion’s System Worth Saving (SWS) program and Regional Office Action Review (ROAR).
6. Provide guidance, planning and oversight for execution of the annual Department Service Officer (DSO) Symposium.
7. Develop, analyze and coordinate short-, mid- and long-term plans for VA&R programs.
8. Research and develop new policies, and initiate revisions to existing documents, ensuring The American Legion’s positions remain contemporary.
9. Prepare information for legislative mandates and monitor VA healthcare and benefits-related mandates presented to Congress.
10. Ensure VA&R Division has resident knowledge of and participation in the federal rule making process.
11. Prepare and deliver Congressional testimony on behalf of the national organization.
12. Conduct and oversee research, studies and surveys that assist in the development of legislation or policy on veteran’s healthcare and benefits.
13. Be prepared to assume a board seat with The Veterans Consortium after one year of being the VA&R Director.
14. Serve as a liaison with VA central office, VHA, VBA, NCA, BVA and other VA staff offices.
15. Provide support to VA&R Commission, VA&R Commission Executive Committee, VA&R Commission Liaison Committee, Health Administration Committee, BTO Mental Wellness Committee, Veterans Benefits Committee, and VA&R Council.
16. Perform other duties as assigned.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP (reports directly to): Executive Director of Government Affairs

MINIMUM SKILLS REQUIRED FOR ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Select only one under each category):

Education/Technical Knowledge:

College education, four-year degree to provide basic familiarity with a variety of subjects.

Additional Skills Needed:

• Have knowledge of VA health benefit/services and disability compensation claims/appeals processes.
• Be familiar with the Department of Defense (DoD)’s Integrated Disability Evaluation Systems (IDES); VA’s Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD); Veterans Benefits Management System (VBMS); VA statutes and regulations; VA Office of General Counsel opinions; and decisions of the United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims, US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit and the Supreme Court pertaining to veterans’ benefits.
• Must pass the VA requirement for a background investigation. A background investigation is conducted by VA to determine if the individual is suitable for access to VA facilities and information. The background investigation is completed for the protection of the veterans the VA serves, employees, family members, and visitors, as well as the veterans and national information and resources.
• Communicate effectively verbally in a diverse range of settings and audiences.
• Excellent writing, proofreading and editing skills.
• Demonstrate management skills to include coaching, mentoring, counseling and evaluating employees.
• Able to evaluate fiscal and financial reports, forms and data, and analyze complex written documents.
• Capable of interpreting legal documents and government regulations.
• Strong organizational, project, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience with military and veterans’ protocol, culture and language.
• Knowledge of The American Legion organizational structure, programs, services and policies.
• Must have good computer skills to include MS Office Suite.

Experience:

8 years or more

Interested candidates, please send your CV directly to Mr. Gaurav Verma at and do not apply directly via LinkedIn. The job is only eligible for U.S. citizens.

Responsibilities

This role will manage a broad policy portfolio, starting with serving our defense and aerospace

members, and companies focused on critical and emerging technologies with a defense lens.

The successful candidate will have a strategic vision for enhancing U.S.-India defense relations across

government-to-government initiatives such as the U.S.-India COMPACT (Catalyzing

Opportunities for Military Partnership, Accelerated Commerce & Technology), U.S.-India

TRUST (Transforming the Relationship Utilizing Strategic Technology), and INDUS-X (India-

U.S. Defense Acceleration Ecosystem).

On a global front, the candidate must also be familiar with initiatives like the India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) and the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QUAD).

The successful candidate will lead policy developments in the defense portfolio, with strong

connections with serving and past defense officials in the U.S. Department of War, related U.S.

federal agencies, and the U.S. aerospace and defense industry. The director will be responsible

for the expansion of the aerospace and defense membership base.

The successful candidate is a self-starter and will be able to identify key issues, themes, and prepare

background briefs, engage key stakeholders, and lead the policy discussions, stakeholder

meetings, and initiatives.

This position reports to the Chief Operating Officer of USISPF.

Qualifications

•15 years of experience related to the defense sector. Prior consulting/advocacy work in

the sector is a plus.

• A Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in a relevant discipline. A Master’s degree is

preferred.

• Strong networks in the private sector for the defense and aerospace companies.

• A basic familiarity and understanding of India’s culture, political structure, government

functioning, and business environment is required.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel is required.

• Fluent written and spoken English is necessary.

• Excellent skills in research, analysis, writing, speaking, and client relations, with a strong

appetite for business development.

• Excellent skills in research, analysis, writing, speaking, and client relations, with a strong

appetite for business development.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN



Journeys is a teen retail leader with an emphasis on footwear and unique specialty items including apparel, backpacks, hats, and accessories. With more than 800 stores in all 50 US states, Puerto Rico, and Canada, Journeys offers the most popular brands that cater to the teen lifestyle. Through strategic artistic partnerships, event sponsorships, exclusive content, creative collaborations with musicians, and a focus on giving back to the community through charitable events and volunteer programsJourneys has become more than just a retailer, but a universal part of teen and youth culture. The in-store Journeys experience features an energetic environment, friendly, passionate staff, and an inclusive atmosphere where self-expression is not just accepted but encouraged and embraced. Journeys is an attitude you can wear.

Journeys is always looking for great people to join our team!

To provide a fun and memorable shopping experience at Journeys while assisting with basic store operations and achieving store and personal sales goals and standards of performance.

Meet and exceed store and personal sales goals and standards of performance.

Perform all Operation/Loss Prevention procedures accurately according to policies.

Maintain store appearance and stockroom organization.

Effectively communicate all store needs to store management.

Stay informed of current fashion trends.

Complete all point of sale functions as required.

Complete all assigned tasks and responsibilities promptly.

Provide a fun, full service experience to all customers.

Complete all required training.

Understand the Journeys culture and demonstrate it to the team.

Prior retail sales experience preferred.

Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

Desire to succeed in fast-paced retail environment.

Willingness to learn.

Ability to work night and weekend shifts.

Ability to climb, reach, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Stand for long periods of time.

Must be at least 16 years of age.

The pay rate, commission, and bonus structure varies per job title, county, city, state or province. Benefits offered may include medical, vision, and dental insurance, a vacation package, and community service hours but may also vary by state, province, or territory. For clarification, refer to .

Equal employment opportunity is provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, physical or mental disability of otherwise qualified individuals, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, citizenship, marital or registered domestic/civil union partner status, gender identity and/or expression, or any other factor that the law protects from employment discrimination. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruitment and hiring, placement, promotion, termination, reductions in force, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Any applicant or employee who needs a reasonable accommodation to apply for employment or to perform the essential functions of his or her job should email or call (615) 367-7467.

LMI is seeking a skilled Logistics and Strategy Integration Consultant to provide day-to-day leadership, analytical and strategic logistics support services to our DoD client. The ideal candidate is experienced in DoD supply chain management with a deep understanding of contingency support, supply chain risk management and vendor threat mitigation. This is a hybrid role which requires at least 2-3 days per week on-client site in Arlington, VA; return to full on-site performance may be required with little to no advanced notice.

LMI is a consultancy dedicated to powering a future-ready, high-performing government, drawing from expertise in digital and analytic solutions, logistics, and management advisory services. We deliver integrated capabilities that incorporate emerging technologies and are tailored to customers' unique mission needs, backed by objective research and data analysis. Founded in 1961 to help the Department of Defense resolve complex logistics management challenges, LMI continues to enable growth and transformation, enhance operational readiness and resiliency, and ensure mission success for federal civilian and defense agencies.

LMI has been named a 2024 #BestPlacestoWork in the United States by Built In! We are honored to be recognized as a company that values a people-centered culture, and we are grateful to our employees for making this possible!

• Perform duties as task lead to ensure that vendor threat mitigation (VTM) and contingency support (CS) program development, implementation, monitoring and reporting are executed in a timely and professional manner to the client's satisfaction.
• Support client efforts to develop and institutionalize VTM capability within DoD and in collaboration with the whole of government.
• Support supply chain risk management program development efforts.
• Provide support to government organizations such as the OSD Staff, the Joint Staff, and the Combatant Commanders in the areas of Operational Contract Support and Vendor Threat Mitigation to ensure enterprise wide efficient, cost-effective end-to-end performance.
• Work with a diverse set of stakeholders in geographically disbursed areas.
• Analyze and assess DoD and other government agency logistics and supply chain policies and procedures against current performance metrics and make recommendations on policy and/or process improvements.
• Provide administrative and technical writing support for the successful maintenance and update of DoD and other government agency operational contract support and vendor threat mitigation issuances and directives.
• Plan the logistics and facilitation of large-scale working groups (+100 attendees) with interagency partners with both virtual and in-person meeting sessions. This includes the development of agendas, presentations, white papers, meeting summaries, rosters, and other items.
• Track actions/taskings related to VTM lines of effort; support the review of vendor threat mitigation processes and policies; and maintain VTM distribution lists and rosters.
• Develop and publish agenda, meeting summary, and draft talking points for government client(s) and senior leadership.
• Conduct outreach with other DoD and interagency personnel with a high degree of professionalism.
• Provide administrative and technical writing support for the successful maintenance and update of DoD and other government agency operational contract support and vendor threat mitigation issuances and directives.
• Prepare and finalize correspondence including letters, memoranda, briefings, speeches, presentations, meeting minutes, and reports. Maintain communication mediums including distribution lists, rosters, and SharePoint sites.
• Schedule internal and external meetings, including reservation of conference space, notification to attendees, parking requests, visitor access control and all arrangements from set-up to completion.
• Maintain confidential or sensitive information and documents.
• Performs liaison with staffs of high-level government officials, private industry, special interest, and user groups. Responds to inquiries on policy and other matters on behalf of and consistent with the government lead's views.

• Master's degree in logistics, business analytics and/or other sustainment background is preferred.
• 10 years relevant experience required.
• Strong understanding of supply chain risk management principles, tools and methodologies.
• Knowledge of logistics and transportation operations.
• Prior military or DoD civilian/contractor experience (preferred).
• Understanding of OSD and DoD organizational structure.
• Demonstrated ability to use MS Office Suite to include Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Superior communication skills, both oral and written.
• High energy, enthusiasm, tact, ability to effectively interact with senior executives from Government and industry as well as Pentagon staff members.
• Ability to create and foster a cooperative work environment.
• Self-directed, detail oriented in completing assigned tasks, able to adapt to changing work efforts and manage impact of shifting priorities.
• This position requires an active security clearance at the TOP SECRET level. You must be a US citizen.

Targeted Salary Range - $108,000 - $150,000

The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.

Prescient Edge is seeking a Mid CI Specialist (Agent Support) to support a federal government client. Benefits: At Prescient Edge, we believe that acting with integrity and serving our employees is the key to everyone's success. To that end, we provide employees with a best-in-class benefits package that includes: a competitive salary with performance bonus opportunities, comprehensive healthcare benefits, including medical, vision, dental, and orthodontia coverage, a substantial retirement plan with no vesting schedule, career development opportunities, including on-the-job training, tuition reimbursement, and networking, and a positive work environment where employees are respected, supported, and engaged.

Security Clearance: Security clearance required is TS/SCI with a CI POLY or the ability to obtain a CI POLY.

• Graduate from an accredited CI Special Agent credentialing school & provide certification.
• Identifies, monitors, and assesses foreign intelligence efforts attempting collection of sensitive national security information on U.S. persons, activities and interests, including threats posed by emerging technologies to U.S. operations and interests.
• Applies understanding of foreign intelligence capabilities/activities and U.S. and foreign partner CI capabilities and TTPs for in-depth analytic research and production of all-source CI studies and contributes to developing Cl strategies.
• Conducts, develops, produces, and presents programs of instruction in specified collection operations TTPs, and related or supporting processes, relevant to the various human intelligence and technical intelligence operations under DoD authorities.
• Graduate of in-residence Fundamentals of Intelligence Analysis course or Military Service equivalent.
• Demonstrates comprehensive mission knowledge and skills that affirms completion of all developmental training and experiences for the labor category.

• Demonstrates ability to communicate understanding from information that may be incomplete, indirect, highly complex, seemingly unrelated, and / or technically advanced.
• Demonstrates ability to structure analysis based on trends in reporting and a range of analytic perspectives from other analysts, organization, and intelligence disciplines.
• Demonstrates ability to work independently with minimal oversight and direction.
• Demonstrates ability to collaborate and work with other IC members on information sharing, driving collection, and addressing analytic disputes and conflict resolution.
• Demonstrates ability to develop concise, insightful, and comprehensive products for defense intelligence.
• Demonstrates ability to lead teams in researching multifaceted or critical problems. Provides guidance in selecting, designing, and applying analytic methodologies. Uses argument evaluation and validated analytic methodologies to challenge differing perspectives.

• At least 8 years of experience conducting analysis relevant to the specific labor category with at least a portion of the experience within the last 2 years.

• Bachelor's degree in an area related to the labor category from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. An additional 4 years of experience in the specific labor category, for a total of 12 years of experience in the specific labor category, may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.

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Prescient Edge is a Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) founded as a counterintelligence (CI) and Human Intelligence (HUMINT) company in 2008. We are a global operations and solutions integrator delivering full-spectrum intelligence analysis support, training, security, and RD&E support solutions to the Department of Defense and throughout the intelligence community. Prescient Edge is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic that is protected by law. We strive to foster equity and inclusion throughout our organization because we believe that diversity of thought is critical for creating a safe and engaging work environment while also enabling the organization's success.