Project Coordinator

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is looking for a Project Coordinator to provide support of our corporate office located in Fredrick, Maryland.

The Project Coordinator ensures that project deliverables are tracked and reported in a timely and accurate manner and gives notifications to Program Manager if deliverables are in jeopardy.

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain appropriate contract files and assist in the review of invoices and other reports as directed.
• Assist the Program Manager with employee accountability, reviewing time cards and maintaining appropriate schedules of employees that will be out on business travel or on personal time off.
• Plans and coordinates project scheduling, budgeting, invoice approval and administrative tasks.
• Collects employee performance information assembles monthly deliverables.
• Maintains task order schedule to ensure all deliverables on time in compliance with contract requirements.
• May facilitate project logistics such as meetings, conference rooms, conference calls, etc. Takes meeting minutes and action items during meetings and performs basic follow-up.
• Assists in development of presentations
• Prepare and present monthly status reports
• Identify and communicate project challenges and risks in a timely manner
• Track project progress and forecast from the perspective of work and contractual budgets
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Associate's degree in related area required (examples: project management, accounting, business management, business administration, etc)
• Bachelor's Degree preferred

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• At least two (2) years' experience required
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experienced with professional writing (examples: presentations, handouts, manuals, flow charts, etc)
• Must be capable of working independently in a fast-paced environment
• Must be proficient in MS Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
• Must be proficient with Microsoft SharePoint

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Familiarity with the Joint Travel Regulation
• Familiarity with federal contract award documents
• Entry level accounting experience

REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE:

Must be a U.S. Citizen

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible full-time employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are proud to state that we do not illegally discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of any protected categories. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click here to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees

"EOE, including Disability/Vets" OR "Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans"

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. The Family of Companies (FOCs) includes Ke`aki Technologies, Laulima Government Solutions, Kpono Government Services, and Kpili Services, Po`okela Solutions, Kkaha Solutions, LLC, and Pololei Solutions, LLC. Alaka`ina Foundation activities principally benefit the youth of Hawaii through charitable efforts which includes providing innovative educational programs that combine leadership, science & technology, and environmental stewardship.

For additional information, please visit www.alakainafoundation.com

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