Project Manager
SavanVienna, VA
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Overview
Schedule
Full-time
Education
Social Work (LSW, LMSW, LICSW)
Career level
Director
Remote
Hybrid remote
Benefits
Career Development
Job Description
Savan Group is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the execution of a national Tribal Victim Services Program Management (TVSPM) Support program. This position will oversee a multidisciplinary team responsible for delivering compliance assistance, capacity building, training, technical assistance, resource development, stakeholder engagement, and performance management services for Tribal victim service programs across the Lower 48 states and Alaska.The Project Manager will serve as the primary point of contact for the Government and will be responsible for managing day-to-day operations, coordinating subject matter experts (SMEs), monitoring contract performance, and ensuring the successful delivery of culturally responsive, trauma-informed services to American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. The PM will work closely with Tribal leaders, grant recipients, victim service providers, federal stakeholders, and partner organizations to strengthen the capacity of Tribal victim service programs and improve outcomes for crime victims. This role requires demonstrated experience working with Tribal Nations and Alaska Native communities, including an understanding of Tribal sovereignty, Tribal governance structures, cultural considerations, rural and remote service delivery challenges, and the unique barriers faced by victim service programs in AI/AN communities. Role Responsibilities:
- Serve as Savan's Program Manager and primary liaison with client leadership and Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs).
- Lead planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting activities across all contract task areas.
- Develop and maintain key program management artifacts including project plans, integrated master schedules, staffing plans, risk registers, issue logs, action item trackers, and performance dashboards.
- Manage a geographically dispersed team of employees, consultants, subcontractors, and Tribal subject matter experts supporting victim services programs nationwide.
- Coordinate delivery of compliance assistance plans, technical assistance engagements, peer learning events, training programs, webinars, listening sessions, site visits, and community-of-practice activities.
- Ensure project activities reflect trauma-informed, victim-centered, culturally responsive, and survivor-informed approaches.
- Collaborate with Tribal governments, Tribal organizations, Alaska Native communities, and victim service providers to identify needs and develop tailored solutions.
- Support development and implementation of annual work plans, capacity-building initiatives, and continuous improvement strategies.
- Oversee development of training curricula, resource libraries, toolkits, fact sheets, and knowledge management resources.
- Monitor contract deliverables, quality standards, service-level agreements, and performance metrics.
- Facilitate stakeholder meetings, executive briefings, and status reviews with Government leadership.
- Lead risk management, issue resolution, change management, and quality assurance activities.
- Support development and management of systems used to track assistance requests, service delivery outcomes, customer satisfaction, and program performance.
- Oversee collection, analysis, and reporting of qualitative and quantitative performance data.
- Ensure successful completion of annual reports, technical reports, and other contract deliverables.
- Manage project financials, labor utilization, staffing forecasts, subcontractor performance, and budget tracking.
- Identify opportunities for innovation, process improvement, and technology-enabled service delivery.
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Social Work, Criminal Justice, Native American Studies, Public Policy, Business Administration, Human Services, or a related field.
- Minimum 8 years of experience managing Federal programs, grants, technical assistance centers, training programs, or capacity-building initiatives.
- Minimum 5 years of experience supporting Tribal Nations, Alaska Native communities, Tribal organizations, or Tribal-serving programs.
- Demonstrated understanding of Tribal sovereignty, Tribal governance, Tribal consultation principles, and culturally responsive engagement practices.
- Experience working with AI/AN communities in rural, remote, and underserved environments.
- Experience managing multidisciplinary teams supporting federal grant recipients or federally funded programs.
- Strong project management, strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and performance management skills.
- Experience developing executive presentations, reports, dashboards, and performance metrics.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to travel throughout the United States, including Tribal and Alaska Native communities, as needed.
- Ability to obtain and maintain any required government background investigation or clearance.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
- Experience supporting DOJ, OJP, OVC, OVW, BJA, SAMHSA, CDC, HHS, or other federal grant-making organizations.
- Experience supporting victim services, human trafficking, domestic violence, sexual assault, child advocacy, elder justice, MMIP, or related programs.
- Experience managing national technical assistance, training, or capacity-building centers.
- Familiarity with OJP grant requirements, monitoring processes, and award compliance requirements.
- Experience facilitating training and workshops for Tribal audiences.
- Knowledge of adult learning principles and curriculum development.
- Experience using Microsoft Power Platform, Power BI, SharePoint, CRM, case management, or performance tracking systems.
- Experience managing consultants, subcontractors, and SME networks.
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FAQs About Project Manager Jobs at Savan
What is the work location for this position at Savan?
This job at Savan is located in Vienna, VA, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
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What employment applies to this position at Savan?
Savan lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at Savan?
Savan is looking for a candidate with "Director" experience level.
What education level is required for this job?
The education requirement for this position is Social Work (LSW, LMSW, LICSW). Candidates with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience may also be considered.
What benefits are offered by Savan for this role?
Savan offers Career Development for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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