Location: Washington,DC, USA
Job Description
As a valued contributor to our team, you will advise team members on methods and processes for managing several projects and/or products to meet organizational goals. In this role, you will provide advanced analytical support to make decisions regarding resources, timing, scope, priorities, risks, and opportunities. You will develop processes to enhance coordination with other teams and ensure support of the portfolios.
THE IMPACT YOU WILL MAKE
The Strategy Advisor/Consultant role will offer you the flexibility to make each day your own, while working alongside people who care so that you can deliver on the following responsibilities:
* Clarify initiative strategic intent aligned to Enterprise Strategic Plan and gain stakeholder buy-in
* Refine vision and conduct strategic planning/ scoping and guide/ provide insight on designing and implementing a program or initiative.
* Design systematic and lean management approach through direct engagement with stakeholders. Review and analyze information collected by the team
* Lead initiative reporting and governance including management of Objectives and Key Results (OKRs), fulfillment of governance requirements and reporting.
* Consult with senior management on defining the objectives of projects or products.
* Lead Portfolio planning and dependency management including management of PI planning and engagement with key stakeholders across business, capabilities, enablers, and other supporting groups.
* Monitor the maintenance and report on goals and processes for a program or initiative.
* Refine goals, guidelines, objectives, and timelines for program teams as needed.
* Oversee retrospectives and lessons learned; establish mechanism to clear blockers/address escalated risks leveraging Portfolio/Program ceremonies.
* Support synthesis of complex and disparate information into concise insights and recommendations for executive audiences.
* Support rollout and execution of initiative in alignment with roadmap and engagement with key partners.
THE EXPERIENCE YOU BRING TO THE TEAM
Minimum Required Experiences:
* At least 6 years of relevant strategy and consulting experience
* Experience in reporting and governance (including management of OKRs and board reporting)
* Experience leading portfolio planning and dependency management (e.g., PI planning and engagement with key stakeholder across an organization)
* Experience providing business insight including advising, designing business models, interpreting customer and market insights, forecasting and benchmarking
* Excellent communication skills and experience working with and facilitating C-Suite level meetings and sessions
* Experience working with people with different functional expertise respectfully and cooperatively to work toward a common goal
* Experience in Operational Excellence
* Experience working in Enterprise Strategy or Digital Transformation or Enterprise Operating Model Strategy
* Experience with SAFe
Desired Experiences:
* Bachelor's Degree or equivalent; Master's Degree preferred
* SAFe Certification
* PMP Certification
* 8+ years of experience
* Experience using Microsoft Project
* Experience with tools such as Tableau, Jira, Excel, Microsoft Teams and Microsoft Project
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Fannie Mae is a flexible hybrid company.?We embrace flexibility for our employees to work where they choose, while also providing office space for in-person work if desired. At times, business need may call for on-site collaboration, which means proximity within a reasonable commute to your designated office location is preferred unless job is noted as open to remote.
Fannie Mae is an Equal Opportunity Employer, which means we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, personal appearance, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation in the application process, email us at ...@fanniemae.com.
The hiring range for this role is set forth on each of our job postings located on Fannie Mae's Career Site. Final salaries will generally vary within that range based on factors that include but are not limited to, skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and other relevant qualifications. This position is eligible to participate in a Fannie Mae incentive program (subject to the terms of the program). As part of our comprehensive benefits package, Fannie Mae offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle, and other benefits and perks that enhance an employee's physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. See more here.