OBJECTIVE:

To obtain a challenging position in a professional environment in where I will progressively utilize my extensive educational background and experience in program management and acquisition management.

SUMMARY:

• Confidential is a professional with over fourteen (14) years of developed Program Management and Acquisition Management experience with a record of outstanding performance. Wanda communicates effectively to build solid relationships with management, internal and external stakeholders.
• Confidential has extensive experience gathering, analyzing, and documenting classified and sensitive business case files. She has hands - on procurement experience in governmental processes, concepts, practices and procedures. Wanda is receptive and adaptable to new and fast-paced environments.
• As a driven leader, Confidential leads multiple projects through the complete life cycle and manages tasks to ensure that client specifications were met; develops project plans, schedules, and PowerPoint presentations for government directors. Wanda is self-motivated, and can work independently or within a group.
• She has proven the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Confidential is proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Project, Access, Visio, SharePoint, PeopleSoft, Momentum, ARIBA, GFMS, TATEL, and Program Management.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Confidential, Rosslyn, Virginia

SharePoint Administrator/Financial Analyst

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for managing issues with permissions and groups in SharePoint, resolves navigation issues, upload files in excel, PDF, Word, etc., add and delete users to the SharePoint drive, fix data, link issues, run reports, reconcile financial data, analyze user issues and resolve or coordinate with bureau technology office to resolve, maintain versions of data and troubleshoot the data’s integrity, manage site templates, create and manage different views, create and handle libraries; documents, forms; reports and data connection library. Interact daily with other members of the team as well as the customer. Investigate and recommend solutions to achieve proficient understandings from my clients. Experienced and understanding of government budgetary/accounting data manipulation and reporting. Great customer service skills; able to work well with users to understand their needs to come up with solutions and better navigation and data views; Expert level SharePoint knowledge including maintenance of data users and document management solutions. Acts as a point of contact help desk with in the Unit.
• Strong knowledge of SharePoint
• Expert level of Microsoft Excel and Database i.e. Microsoft Access
• Financial data communication
• Momentum Financial System

Confidential, Reston, Virginia

Budget Analyst - Information Technology Asset Management Unit

Responsibilities:

• Serves as Budget Analyst for the Confidential Information Technology’s Asset Management Division, supporting budget analyst activities for Adobe, VMware, Cisco, IBM, and McAfee Programs.
• Responsibilities include pulling budget sub-allocation/budget allotment reports and combining them for budget reconciliation. Submit Funds Transfer Requests to customers and follow up on late returns. Develop excel spreadsheets at the line item level to facilitate the tracking of FTR fund status. Prepares and submit Requisitions as required. Establish comprehensive requisition files for the Adobe and McAfee program requisitions. Assist the Government in maintaining the inventory of a wide variety of software licenses for the Confidential and work with individual divisions and programs to reconcile licenses and installed products. Assist the Government in accepting requests for new licenses and associated fund transfers or citations, maintaining associated license inventory, financial records, and budget estimations specific to each division and program. Work with the budget analyst(s) to ensure all financial and budgetary information is consolidated at the enterprise level. Help answer product questions, provide use case scenarios, and act as a liaison to the vendor for in-depth product and license engineering questions. Assist the Government with ensuring compliance with the terms of the contracts, help determine the reasonableness of terms by conducting market research, provide advice in resolving disputes and other problems concerning obligations of either the Government or the reseller/vendor, and advise on contract modifications. Upon direction of the Government, enter data into the Confidential ’s automated requisition tool (ART) to be reviewed and approved by the PM/CORs and COs for requirements originating from Government division and program management. Conduct market research and recommend cost and profit negotiation objectives to the Government PM/CORs and Cos.

Confidential, McLean, Virginia

Sr. Consultant - Information Technology Contracts Unit

Responsibilities:

• The Federal Bureau of Investigation ( Confidential ) has a national security mission to lead and coordinate intelligence efforts to protect the United States. For the Information Technology Contracting Unit (ITCU), perform as a Senior Consultant. Execute pre/post-award functions: scope of work, cost/price analysis, negotiation, and administration for IT services and equipment associated with research, development, test, and evaluation.
• Consult with contractor personnel, engineers, and program managers to determine items or services and ensure cost impact decisions are in the best interest of the Government. Assist the Contracting Officer in serving as acquisition advisor to the program office team throughout the life of the project. Ascertain the negotiation pricing position; attend conferences to conduct pre-acquisition planning. Develop recommendations for use of contract vehicle, procurement sources and competition requirements. Implement performance base contracting and acquisition streamlining. Draft Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quotation (RFQ) and occasionally Invitation for Bid (IFB) packages using Confidential ’s Unified Financial Management System (UFMS). Review contractor proposals and make recommendations to the Contracting Officer during the source selection process. Draft delivery/task orders and contract extension. Prepare and issue un-priced contractual documents for a complete contract file.
• Review client solicitations and provide assistance to Contracting Officers in preparing routine response for proposals, bids, and contract modifications. Analyze solicitation and contract requirements, special provisions, terms and conditions to ensure compliance with appropriate state and local regulations, corporate policies and business unit procedure. Work with proposal teams in the planning and execution of new procurements; review business cost proposals, cost narratives and pricing strategies. Identify risk areas and recommend mitigation. Support negotiations by drafting contractual instruments commensurate with skills and grade level. Work with Contract Specialists to resolve contractual matters. Perform, assist, and coordinate procurement activities to include reviewing subcontract proposals for price effectiveness and quality or service, and preparation of sole source justification. Monitor subcontractor performance; evaluate service/product offerings and specifications; perform sites visits as required and resolve discrepancies. Ensure all contract documentation is complete and accessible in the established contract filing system. This includes the contract award, executive summary, all pertinent sign off documentation, working papers and subsequent modifications. Assist mid to high-level contract and legal professionals in working with internal or external business teams to communicate contract policy and practices to assigned contracts. Conduct research to support contract audits and to facilitate business unit contracting trends. Assist in preparation of automation and funds tracking, the invoicing/payment process through close-out and reporting to the program office.

Confidential, Arlington, Virginia

Mid Level Analyst/General Service Officer

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the first line of communication regarding contract advisement for the Office of the Global AIDS Coordinator. Prepare requests for furniture, equipment, supplies, construction, records containers and other services. Researched applicable acquisition regulations and policies, and prepared narrative justifications for certain procurement categories. Contacted vendors on the cost and availability of items and/or services; prepared solicitations, obtained price quotations and delivery schedules. Negotiate with vendors in the areas of price, delivery, schedules and particular specifications of goods and services required by the Office. Prepared requisitions for the procurement of equipment, furniture and other services in accordance with established General Services Administration, Office of Management and Budget, and Confidential regulations and guidelines. Monitored actions on requisitions that included single purchase items, lease to buy options, multiple year funds, etc., given the complexity and varied requirements of the office. Analyzed work processes for procurement for the Office and developed guidelines for implementation. Established and maintained files using spreadsheets and database tools to track firms that are accessible on Confidential contracts and GSA Schedules. Maintained account of task orders, statements of work, periods of performance, funding and contractor personnel status. Researched and produced documentation for major equipment purchases. Initiated appropriate actions utilizing the Department of States Integrated Logistics Management System (ILMS), and arranged expeditious, cost effective delivery of goods for continuity of office operations. I was the point of contact for vendor’s regarding invoices; received, maintained, and updated system for the review, verification, and tracking of bills before they are sent to the Global Financial Management Services Directorate. Create periodic status reports on contract expenditures to resolve invoice disputes.

Confidential, Arlington

Senior Specialist/Travel Coordinator

Responsibilities:

• Directed and oversaw the travel operations in the Office of the US Global AIDS Coordinator, Confidential . Reviewed and interpreted travel regulations and policies. Ensured all travel is conducted in accordance with the Federal Travel Regulations (FTR). Interpreted and explained applicable policies and regulations to senior level officials. Researched itinerary options and exception travel (business class, non-contract carrier, and foreign carrier). Advise on travel plans (flights, accommodations, entry requirements, etc.). Work with local embassies on in-country travel requirements. Advised and provided recommendations to high-level officials regarding travel regulations as they prepared for travel to domestic and/or international localities with high political implications. Exercise discretion, judgment, and tact when dealing with senior officials and in accommodating special needs. Managed and resolved conflicts, confrontations, and disagreements in a positive and constructive manner to minimize negative personal impact.
• I demonstrated belief in own abilities and ideas; I am self-motivated and results-oriented; I recognized my own strengths and weaknesses; sought feedback from others and opportunities for self-learning and development. In performing effective communication, I persuaded others; developed networks and gained cooperation from others to obtain information and accomplish agency goals; negotiated to find mutually acceptable solutions; built consensus through give and take. Determined objectives and strategies; coordinated with other parts of the organization to accomplish goals; monitors and evaluated the progress and outcomes of operational plans; anticipated potential threats or opportunities.
• Prepared, justified, and or administered the budget for program area; plans, administers, and monitored expenditures to ensure cost-effective support of programs and policies. Anticipated and met the needs of clients; acquired quality end-products; and was committed to improving services. Identified and kept current on key agency policies, priorities, and economic political and social trends that affected the organization; understood where the organization was headed and how to make a contribution. Managed group processes; encouraged and facilitated cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fostered commitment and team spirit; worked with others to achieve goals. Integrated technology into the workplace; developed strategies using new technology to manage and improve program effectiveness; understood the impact of technological changes on the organization. Assure that effective internal controls were developed and maintained to ensure the integrity of the organization.

Confidential, Arlington

Office Management Specialist/Program Specialist

Responsibilities:

• Executive Assistant to the Director, Office of the Office of Rightsizing the United States Government Overseas Presence at the U.S. Confidential . Provide d technical support to management, preparing presentations and maintaining official web pages. Coordinate d meetings and maintained the calendar. Utilize d a practical understanding of FAMS mission requirements and priorities, organizational structure, functions, procedures, processes and principles of management. Interpreted these areas for applicability to the organization serviced and furnishes guidance as necessary. Keep abreast of regulations, publications, applicable manuals and policies, and reference materials, applying standards and establishing operating procedures in accordance with applicable directives. Advised the organization on the practical/technical aspects of office administration/support functions, to include providing internal reports/forms control and files management; developing and administering internal security procedures; coordinating space utilization; and preparing personnel actions and time and attendance records. Prepare a variety of computerized and/or written reports and documents, including correspondence, upon receiving initial requirements and guidelines. Coordinated with other organizations and program elements to obtain input, and corrects procedural errors. Prepare d documents for conferences, presentations, seminars, and meetings for use by management and support staff. Review, analyze, and evaluate the accomplishment of assigned office services in order to achieve increased effectiveness, efficiency, and savings of operations. Received and interpreted directives, regulations pertaining to services for office operations. Provided advice and assistance to the organization with respect to all office administrative and support functions.

Confidential

Case Workflow Manager

Responsibilities:

• Read through daily cable traffic, pulling all cables pertaining to NSDD-38 requests. Logged in all new NSDD 38 requests (received by mail, fax, e-mail and cable) using a new M/R Case umber; filled out a tracking sheet, assigning the case to the appropriate analyst; logged in the cable number and the date of outgoing message; sent a copy of outgoing cables to post Management and Human Resource officers, and to the requesting agency; upon completion, logged out the action, noting the COM decision, date and cable number; entered the changed position information on the classified data base. Filed the closed case, with supporting information provided by the analyst, in the appropriate agency file; prepared/forwarded the weekly NSDD 38 report to the main office.