Program Analyst (Professional Development)

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Job duties include but are not limited to:

• Conducts advanced needs assessments and analyzes organizational goals to identify and monitor emergent needs, gaps in current training programs, systemic and complex problems, preventable outcomes, and areas for improvement.
• Utilizes data-driven insights to enhance programs and adapt to evolving business and operational needs. Develops and implements quality assurance processes to monitor performance and outcomes.
• Analyzes the structure and delivery methods of existing programs and curricula to ensure alignment with organizational goals. Identifies successful systems and processes for recognition and replication.
• Collaborates with subject matter experts to develop and refine content, ensuring accuracy, relevance, and impact.
• Develops, adapts, or refreshes standardized curriculum tailored to diverse CYP needs and the latest research and trend of child/youth development.
• Develops, reviews, and updates policies, procedures, and guidelines related to professional development program execution.
• Incorporates industry best practices, adult learning principals, and experiential learning methodologies into program training design.
• Analyzes the effectiveness of learning approaches, including hands on activities, simulations, and real-world applications.
• Develops frameworks, benchmarks, and metrics to assess the impact of learning initiatives on professional performance and engagement.
• Develops program materials, standards, and operational guidance. Designs, prepares, and reviews operating manuals, policy recommendations, and program plans.
• Functions as project officer for designated CYP program initiatives. Provides coordination of enterprise-wide program development and enhancement. Integrate innovative approaches and technology to enhance engagement and accessibility.
• Supports the CYP strategic direction by contributing to developing, implementing, and adapting comprehensive program initiatives and strategies in accordance with unique CYP needs and the latest research and trends in child/youth development.
• Conducts program reviews, research, and analysis to identify and communicate program needs, opportunities, and best practices with key stakeholders.
• Coordinates with internal and external stakeholders to secure resources and support for programs and initiatives to improve program effectiveness.
• Provides technical assistance and supports delivery of training programs via teleconference and on-site to programs with identified critical concerns or risk factors to ensure quality of programs meet or exceed regulatory and national accreditation standards. Provides ongoing monitoring and follow up to determine effectiveness, sustainability, and durability of applied strategies and learning outcomes.
• Leads and/or participates in cross-functional teams or workgroups to develop, collaborate on, and implement strategic initiatives and offer comprehensive solutions to complex program needs.
• Serves as a CYP subject matter expert and collaborates with and advises the CYP Professional Development Manager, as well as CNIC CYP, Regional Managers, and installation CYP program administrators/managers/T&Cs on the administration and implementation of CYP program activities and policies.
• Establishes and applies program objectives, frameworks, outlines, and key performance indicators to evaluate program effectiveness through surveys, assessments, and other feedback mechanisms.
• Collaborates with and provides guidance and support to region and installation CYP teams on effectively assessing, applying, and evaluating compliance measures based on regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Collaborates with program directors, managers, and other stakeholders to align programming with organizational goals.
• Collaborates with colleges, universities, and other educational entities to coordinate higher education opportunities for CYP Professionals.
• Coordinates with CYP Implementation Manager, program coordinators, and N96 team stakeholders to ensure effective and efficient execution of programs and initiatives.
• Assures that relevant programmatic information is shared, coordinated and communicated in a timely fashion amongst functional experts, stakeholders, and CYP leadership.
• Prepares and delivers oral presentations to a variety of audiences concerning programs relating to present duties, responsibilities and leadership, and other areas specifically researched and analyzed.
• Prepares information papers, reports, surveys, and briefings as required.
• Represents N96 leadership at meetings, briefings, conferences and/or other official gatherings.