Economic Dev. Manager
Manages all aspects of the HDBA program and develops guidelines, ensures compliance, and monitors performance
Oversees program funding, analyzes data to identify areas for improvement, and prepares reports for various stakeholders
Builds relationships with diverse business communities and organizations, represents the program at events, and serves as a liaison for DCED
About the Company
The Department of Community & Economic Development is on the lookout for a qualified candidate to take on the role of Economic Development Manager in Dauphin County. This position involves overseeing the Historically Disadvantaged Business Assistance Program, where the manager will be tasked with coordinating, administering, and managing the program effectively. The goal is to align the program with the broader objectives of the Commonwealth and the economic development strategy set forth by DCED. Additionally, this role will act as a vital link between DCED and small, historically disadvantaged businesses, focusing on enhancing their access to capital and opportunities.
About the Job
This program manager position is responsible for the coordination, administration, and management of the Historically Disadvantaged Business Assistance (HDBA) program, ensuring the program is administered to meet the goals and objectives of the Commonwealth and DCED’s economic development strategy. Serves as a liaison for DCED with respect to capital access and opportunity for small and historically disadvantaged businesses.
Responsibilities
Manage and administer the components of the Historically Disadvantaged Business Assistance (HDBA) program—Business Assistance Service Centers (BASC), microgrant programs, and procurement support initiatives
Develop guidelines, develop and implement process and procedures for administration, and manage funds for the HDBA program. Administer in a manner which meets the goals and objectives of the Commonwealth’s wider economic development strategy
Supervise BASC grantees to ensure compliance with minimum requirements, approved workplans, and data collection
Prepare and monitor the use of program guideline documents and operations manuals, memoranda, and other communications that provide instruction to applicants and grantees as well as staff
Oversee program objectives and requirements in application review and grantee performance
Develop, implement, and ensure compliance with procedures designed to be consistent with the law and policies set forth by DCED
Oversee and guide management of the workflow and tracking of projects to assure that timelines and deadlines are met with regard to reviews, approvals, and timely submissions to other state and federal agencies
Oversee the activities of Economic Development Analysts either through direct or indirect supervision for compliance with policies and procedures through review of work, the setting and enforcement of deadlines for acceptable response and processing times, etc.
Prepare and present recommendations for approval of HDBA funding applications to executive-level review committees
Provide detailed and analytical reviews of HDBA applicant and grantee proposals, reports, and closeout documents
Responsible for timely and efficient records management for the HDBA program
Conduct monitoring visits of Business Assistance Service Centers and, as necessary, businesses
Analyze data to summarize accomplishments to determine needed program improvements and prepare recommendations regarding same
Prepare and review reports for Executive Office, Governor's Office, and/or other organizations
Oversee technical service contracts and consultants
Collect and provide program performance data required for annual budget submissions
Convene and/or participate in external, inter-program, and inter-agency special teams to analyze challenges and opportunities for historically disadvantaged businesses
Represent Office of Business Financing at meetings, conferences, and events in relation to the HDBA program, historically disadvantaged business assistance in general, and/or provide technical assistance to grantees
Maintain relationships with diversity related businesses, organizations supporting diverse and historically disadvantaged businesses, and historically disadvantaged businesses for the purposes of improving existing and new programs, etc.
Serves as a liaison for DCED with respect to capital access and opportunity for small and historically disadvantaged businesses
Serves as the liaison for the program among program constituents such as Business Assistance Service Centers, members of the general public, businesses, program providers, elected and appointed officials to include local, state, and federal representatives, and other state and federal agencies
Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
Minimum Experience & Training:
One year as an Economic Development Consultant 1
OR four years of professional experience in economic planning and development programs, and a bachelor's degree;
OR an equivalent combination of experience and training
Gov. Affairs Business Associate
Leads outreach to key public policy organizations in DC, scheduling meetings between NJR's senior leaders and prospective clients
Represents the Chief Business Development Officer and the Org's brand to external parties, building and managing a pipeline of qualified accounts
Supports clients throughout the revenue cycle, providing administrative support to the CBO and operational support to the Rev team
About the Company
National Journal Membership offers award-winning journalism, boardroom-ready presentations, customized infographics and analysis, and exclusive events. We provide members with the data, content, and resources they need to stay on top of key movements in people, politics, and policy.
Part of National Journal, Gravity Research specializes in strategy and business development, risk management, and stakeholder mapping. We help organizations navigate high-priority policy and brand issues, identify key influencers, and develop data-driven messaging and engagement strategies for creating impact. Our custom research provides analytical insights, deep-dive profiles, custom benchmarking, and ongoing tracking to help you engage both inside and outside of Washington, DC.
About the Job
The Gravity Research revenue team is looking for a talented candidate to help our expanding team drive growth for our government affairs business. Our business is dedicated to equipping advocacy leaders with insights to support and supplement their key campaigns and top policy objectives. This position will coordinate closely with colleagues on both the Revenue and Research teams.
Responsibilities
Lead outreach to DC’s premier public policy organizations
Arrange introductory meetings between NJR’s senior leaders and executives at Fortune 500 companies and leading trade associations active in federal policy
Represent the Chief Business Development Officer and the National Journal brand with external parties via email communication, phone calls, and in-person engagements
Work closely with internal teams to understand client needs and construct creative solutions to address client challenges
Support clients across the revenue cycle as they understand how our solutions address their specific needs
Build and manage a pipeline of qualified accounts
Keep accurate logs of account details, activities, and contact information using a CRM platform (Salesforce)
Coordinate knowledge management by maintaining databases and shared drives
Perform administrative support for the Chief Business Development Officer and provide operations support for the revenue team
To perform this job successfully, each essential competency and responsibility must be performed satisfactorily
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform essential functions
Other duties may be assigned to meet organizational goals
Qualifications
Strong work ethic driven by intellectual curiosity, persistence, and tenacity
Excellent written and oral communicator
Creative thinking and resourcefulness in problem-solving
A self-starter, eager to deliver external and internal customer service
Strategic thinker with a track record of finding creative solutions to improve workplace processes and systems
High-level organization and time management skills with the ability to be proactive, effectively prioritize tasks, and efficiently respond to urgent requests
Awareness of and interest in what happens in Washington
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college/university
Active contributor to a diverse and inclusive workplace
Specialist, Business Ops
Develops and implements onboarding processes for safety and security personnel and facilitates security-related events and workshops
Coordinates workstreams, integrates security considerations into projects, and creates streamlined processes for SEC operations
Creates reports on SEC operations, manages policy approvals, and implements an audit strategy to ensure Ops effectiveness
About the Company
The FIFA World Cup 26™ will mark the first time that the tournament features 48 teams and will be hosted by three countries: Canada, Mexico, and the United States. This new format redefines excellence, generating unique opportunities for greater participation and engagement from fans and players in North America and all over the world. Now is your time to be a game changer and join the workforce that is planning and delivering this unique and unforgettable experience.
About the Job
Reporting organisationally to the Head of Planning & Administration for Safety & Security, the Specialist, Business Operations—Programs will be a key member of the FIFA26 Safety and Security (SEC) Planning & Administration team. This Specialist will work in close collaboration with the many functional areas across the FIFA™ enterprise to include key individuals responsible for delivering on Safety and Security programs across all venues (and its respective sites) for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ and its test events. In addition, this role will support the execution of overall planning and administration, collating and coordinating information from stadiums, non-competition venues and team safety and security functions across the FIFA26 teams in Canada, Mexico, and the United States. This role will also be responsible for making recommendations and planning for the implementation of Safety and Security administration process building and improvement to include audit.
Responsibilities
The main responsibilities and oversights of the Specialist, Business Operations—Programs for the FIFA World Cup 26™ SEC include:
Develop and implement comprehensive on-boarding processes for the FIFA26 safety and security personnel, ensuring alignment with tournament policies and procedures
Coordinate the organization of SEC dedicated workstream, internal and external teams, aligning with specific security objectives, ensuring cross-functional collaboration
Create streamlined processes for Integrating security considerations into project team documentation and alignment across different functional areas, ensuring security is embedded in overall FIFA26 planning initiatives
Create SEC Planning and Administration dashboards and processes for scaling tracking of SEC operational lifecycles
Assist with the organization and facilitation of security-related events and workshops to engage FWC 2026™ stakeholders and disseminate key security information
Provide solutions and implement an audit strategy for security operations at FIFA26™ official sites, guaranteeing Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are met
Manage policy approval process for safety and security policies for the management of assets, including technology, equipment, and resources
Collaborate with relevant FIFA26™ departments to integrate asset management policies into overall tournament planning
Project management support of the implementation of SEC tools and systems
Prepare regular reports on the status of Safety and Security operations at venues (hotels, training sites, team base camps, etc.) and create recommendations for Exec. Director of Safety and Security and the Chief Safety and Security Officer visibility
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent relevant experience, in business management, sports management or related fields
PMO certification is a plus
Six Sigma Certification or equivalent is a plus
Minimum 5-7 years of experience in program management or related fields, particularly in large, complex organizations, with a focus on large-scale events
FIFA Tournaments experience to be considered a plus
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels
Knowledge of sport events, safety, and security planning is a plus
A candidate will thrive if they enjoy working in a fast-paced start up culture, is not easily frustrated with not knowing the path forward and is excited to think of and execute creative solutions that work for the needs of the team and the tournament
Sees constraints as creative problems to solve
The successful candidate will support teammates and contribute to team goals, enjoy creating solutions under imperfect circumstances, enjoy building from the ground up something on a scale that has never been achieved, and influence legacy FIFA sport security planning
Fluent in English
Spanish and/or French proficiency is a plus
Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio & Project) and planning software and online collaboration tools
Proficiency or experience with Monday.com, Miro, WeTrack, PinPoint is a plus
Sr. BizDev Analyst
Prepares and analyzes financial pro formas to support the company's growth strategy and inform decision-making
Collaborates with cross-functional teams to gather data, develop staffing strategies, and calculate projected revenue for new business opportunities
Maintains records, prepares meeting decks, and contributes to internal strategic analysis and overall objectives
About the Company
Bloomfield & Company is one of Washington's premiere personnel consulting firms. They specialize in recruiting and staffing in the Greater Washington area and around the United States. Bloomfield & Company brings together the talent, experience and resources to provide superior service tailored to each client's need.
They’re partnering with a leading organization in the healthcare sector, committed to innovative solutions and strategic growth. This client is seeking a skilled Business Development Analyst to support its expansion efforts.
About the Job
The Business Development Analyst will play a key role in driving the company’s growth by preparing financial pro formas, supporting sales operations, and contributing to strategic analysis. The role involves working closely with senior leadership and various departments to ensure new business aligns with the company’s objectives.
Responsibilities
Prepare and analyze financial pro formas to support the company’s growth strategy
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather data, develop staffing strategies, and calculate projected revenue
Maintain records, prepare client meeting decks, and contribute to internal strategic analysis
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field
1-2 years of experience in business analysis, with a preference for healthcare industry exposure
Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously