Suntiva achieves critical business outcomes for our clients by hiring and retaining world-class consultants with a desire to apply and grow their expertise.  Suntiva staff share a mutual commitment with the organization to provide a fun, entrepreneurial, and high-reward environment for everyone.  Competence and Commitment drive our people and our business. 

If you are intrigued by our organization and are experienced in acquisition consulting, program management, organizational performance consulting, or executive coaching, then please review our current list of available jobs and job openings. Interested parties should contact us at careers@suntiva.com.

Currently Available Positions:

Marketing Support Specialist
Organizational Development and Leadership Consultant
Senior Acquisition Analyst
Senior Contract Specialist - San Antonio
Senior Acquisition and Procurement Policy Analyst
Contract Specialist

Marketing Support Specialist

Are you ready for the next level in your Marketing career?  Are you tired of working for a ‘good’ company, but one that you don’t truly have a passion for?  Looking for an opportunity to innovate and put to practice your great ideas for creative and innovative marketing concepts that use traditional outreach and new networking technologies? What if you could be the person to help refresh the image and reach for a company that is truly committed to a culture founded on great minds and great hearts, and led by a renowned expert in leadership, combining business expertise with doctoral-level psychology?  What if that company was growing and successful, even in today’s economic climate? 

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Marketing Support Specialist will provide specific expertise in effectively creating and delivering a broad range of marketing materials and managing deadlines for marketing related projects. Specific responsibilities will include:

• Marketing Materials.  Responsible for creating internal and external communications - draft, write, edit, proof, and prepare marketing materials, including: Award Submittals, Brochures and other Collateral, Project Profiles, Website Content, and Newsletters. Support Subject Matter Experts in developing abstracts and presentation materials for conference participation. Develop basic graphics.
• Project Coordination. Support Marketing Director to maintain list of conferences, awards, and events, and manage the company’s involvement with local and national industry conferences. Coordinate outgoing corporate newsletters and events (e.g., webinar sessions), including invitations, sign-ups and event management. Explore incorporating social media into company’s outreach efforts.
• Market Research and Information Management.  Develop, maintain and update information in databases and information used in marketing materials. Research and Implement other specific BD initiatives under the guidance of the Business Development Director. Complete searches, track leads, and gather information for upcoming opportunities in FedSources/FedBizOpps.
• Proposal Support.  Work with technical teams to ensure material is on message and appropriately targeted. Collaborate in the preparation of information and materials for submittals, requests for information, and proposals. Support the preparation of qualification packages, tailored resumes, responses and presentations to selected RFQs and RFPs. Provide configuration control of all proposal documentation.
• Knowledge Base. Implement and maintain a web-based marketing and proposal library (using the SharePoint collaboration tool).

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

The successful candidate will have strong communication and relationship building capabilities, experience working in a fast paced organization during a period of rapid growth, and a proven track record of success in implementing marketing solutions. This position will be based in Falls Church, VA.  Specific requirements include:

• Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in English, Marketing, or a related field;
• Minimum of 2-4 years experience as marketing coordinator/marketing researcher in a professional services firm, preferably in government-related consulting;
• have experience using the following computer applications: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook;
• Must be able to coordinate projects, events and submission deadlines [i.e. workshops, conference attendance];
• Strong project management skills. Ability to set objectives, manage multiple priorities, organize time and identify resources for individual and group projects;
• Must have excellent communication, writing and organizational skills.
• Must have the ability to express ideas, thoughts, and concepts clearly and concisely;
• Need to have energetic, positive attitude, with proven ability to respond to multiple deadlines. Individual should be punctual, reliable, accurate, and detail-oriented.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with implementing social networking techniques is highly desirable;

• Strong consideration will be given to those that have experience using applications such as; Photoshop, InDesign, or Illustrator.

Suntiva is a fun, flexible, and results-focused company.  We understand and stress the importance of work-life balance and offer a flexible (relatively virtual) work schedule.  Suntiva has an excellent compensation and benefits package, to include multiple medical plan options, as well as dental and vision programs, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, and an employer-matched 401(K) retirement plan.  We also provide an annual tuition reimbursement program to allow our staff to further their expertise and career development goals.

FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION:

If you feel that you are highly qualified for this critical role with our growing organization - please forward your current resume and cover letter (optional), and a writing sample along with your salary requirements to:

Mark Thayne, Recruiting Manager
mthayne@suntiva.com

We are proud of our diverse environment, EOE, M/F/D/V

Organization Development and Leadership Consultant

Optimizing organizational performance is at the heart of Suntiva’s mission.  Our Organizational Performance services ensure that organizations have the foundation in place to achieve their most critical business goals.  When looking at organizations as complex social systems, Suntiva consultants are trained experts in discovering root cause issues and the levers to bring about lasting change in areas such as culture, business processes, human capital development, and communication. Both management psychology and organization development are founded on research into human behavior; we apply this expertise in the business context, and in delivering meaningful business results that impact the individual executive, the executive team, and the organization as a whole.

Suntiva is looking for a seasoned Organization Development and Leadership Consultant to join our team of energetic, dynamic, experienced, and committed professionals.  In addition to providing executive consulting and organization development services to a wide range of clients, Suntiva provides acquisition support to Federal Government clients, and has developed a set of methodologies for applying organizational development and leadership techniques to maximize the effectiveness of these acquisition and contracting organizations.  This full-time position is perfect for an OD generalist interested in joining a growing, entrepreneurial, and multi-disciplinary organization where everyone wears many hats.  The right candidate enjoys juggling many different types of tasks at one time and is flexible, creative, and very comfortable operating in a “start-up” mentality.  The ability to think big-picture and systemically coupled with the ability to dive into the details and get the job done is key.  Most importantly, this person demonstrates exceptional commitment to Suntiva in exchange for a flexible and fun work environment, great colleagues, and a competitive salary and benefits package. 

Primary job responsibilities include:

• Organizational Performance Consulting:  focused on the following list of services: organization assessment, strategy development, team effectiveness, and business process optimization
• Leadership Coaching:  focused on providing developmental and performance-based coaching to mid- and senior-level leaders in the government and commercial space;
• Change Management Consulting:  focused on providing large scale change management expertise in the federal and/or commercial space
• Account Management:  focused on overseeing a small set of accounts and responsible for overall client satisfaction, financial management, staffing and personnel development, and general project management tasks such as status reporting(~20% FTE); and
• Business Development:  focused on developing and delivering client presentations, writing SOW’s and proposals, and enabling the growth of key accounts through excellence in client outcomes

Candidate resumes must demonstrate the following minimum requirements in order to be forwarded for consideration:

The successful candidate will have strong communication and relationship building capabilities, experience working in a fast paced organization during a period of rapid growth, and a proven track record of success in implementing solutions and enhancing systems and processes. This position will be based in Falls Church, VA.  Specific requirements include:

• 10+ years of Organization Development experience;
• 5+ years of line management experience;
• Bachelors or Advanced degree in Organization Development (OD) or Psychology; and
• Must have Strong Facilitation Skills.

Desired qualifications include:

• Strong consideration will be given to those that posses an Advanced degree in Organizational Development (OD) or Psychology;

• Strong consideration will be given to those that have a Coaching Certification;  
• Experience working with Federal Government acquisition processes preferred; and
• Experience working in an IT environment preferred.

Suntiva is a fun, flexible, and results-focused company.  We understand and stress the importance of work-life balance and offer a flexible (relatively virtual) work schedule.  Suntiva has an excellent compensation and benefits package, to include multiple medical plan options, as well as dental and vision programs, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, and an employer-matched 401(K) retirement plan.  We also provide an annual tuition reimbursement program to allow our staff to further their expertise and career development goals.

We are proud of our diverse environment, EOE, M/F/D/V

SEnior Acquisition Analyst

Suntiva is seeking a talented Senior Acquisition Analyst to join our team in the National Capital Region.  The right candidates are hands-on, self-starters, enjoy multi-tasking, are flexible, and passionate about the opportunity to work with highly motivated, skilled professionals in a small business environment. 

Primary job responsibilities include:

• Provide expert functional and technical support across several of the acquisition life-cycle disciplines to include strategy, source selection, contract management, procurement, program management, policy analysis, etc.
• Perform original research to conceptualize innovative acquisition designs that optimize contractual solutions to business issues. 
• Author contract documents such as source selection plans, pre-solicitation documentation, negotiation memoranda, contract documents, and vendor correspondence.
• Understand and apply all aspects of the acquisition cycle in ACAT-1 programs from basic research to production and test.
• Assist with on-going acquisition, production, and integration efforts in working group meetings, Integrated Product Team (IPT) sessions, process reviews, and other meetings as assigned.

Candidate resumes must demonstrate the following minimum requirements in order to be forwarded for consideration:

• Demonstrated knowledge in the FAR and DFAR;
• Ability to multi task and work in a team oriented environment;
• Possession of excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Possession of excellent negotiation skills; and Ability and desire to build and develop long-term client relationships;

Desired qualifications include:

• BS degree in Business Administration, Contracts, or a similar field is preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent;  
• Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level II certification or equivalent required, Level III preferred; and
• Minimum of eight to ten years relevant experience.

Suntiva is a results-oriented company.  We stress the importance of work-life balance and offer a flexible work schedule.  Suntiva has an excellent compensation and benefits package, to include numerous medical plan options (to include HMO, PPO, and HSA plans), as well as dental and vision programs, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, and an employer-matched 401(K) retirement plan.  We also provide an annual tuition reimbursement program to allow our staff to further their expertise and career development goals.

We are proud of our diverse environment, EOE, M/F/D/V

Senior Contract Specialist
Location–  San Antonio, Texas

Suntiva is seeking talented Contract Specialists with senior acquisition management backgrounds to join our team in San Antonio, Texas.  The right candidates are hands-on, self-starters, enjoy multi-tasking, are flexible, and passionate about the opportunity to work with highly motivated, skilled professionals in a small business environment.  The Contract Specialists will be responsible for supporting the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Joint Program Management Office (JPMO).

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Advise and assist USACE JPMO Program Managers / Program Directors and their staff, to include:

• Providing functional and technical support in the areas of pre-solicitation, solicitation, post-award, and closeout.
• Providing functional and technical support encompassing business operations, to include but not limited to monitoring contracting regulations, preparing policy letters/notices, and assisting with electronic business processes.
• Independently developing innovative procurement solutions to optimize business issues.
• Authoring contracts documents such as source selection plans, pre-solicitation documentation, negotiation memoranda, contract documents, and vendor correspondence.
• Tracking actions to support program requirements and program management efforts.
• Assisting with on-going acquisition, production and integration efforts in working group meetings, Integrated Product Team (IPT) sessions, process reviews and other meetings as assigned.
• Providing functional and technical support in the areas of presolicitation, solicitation, post-award, and closeout.

Candidate resumes must demonstrate the following minimum requirements in order to be forwarded for consideration:

• Minimum six (6) years experience in federal procurement and contracts management.
• Demonstrated knowledge in the FAR and DFAR.
• Ability to multi task and work in a team oriented environment
• Possession of excellent oral and written communication skills
• Possession of excellent negotiation skills

Desired qualifications include:

• BS degree in Business Administration, Contracts, or a similar field is preferred.
• DAWIA Level II, or III (CON) certification or equivalent is highly desirable.
• Experience in using Standard Procurement System (SPS) is preferred.
• Additional experience, education, training or DAWIA certifications in Department of Defense acquisition.

Suntiva is a results-oriented company.  We stress the importance of work-life balance and offer a flexible work schedule.  Suntiva has an excellent compensation and benefits package, to include numerous medical plan options (to include HMO, PPO, and HSA plans), as well as dental and vision programs, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, and an employer-matched 401(K) retirement plan.  We also provide an annual tuition reimbursement program to allow our staff to further their expertise and career development goals.

We are proud of our diverse environment, EOE, M/F/D/V

Senior Acquisition and Procurement Policy Analyst

Suntiva’s Acquisition Consulting Division (SAC) provides specialized support across the entire acquisition life cycle, with particular emphasis on acquisition strategy and planning, contracting support services, acquisition and procurement policy support, and acquisition knowledge management.  SAC is seeking a senior acquisition and procurement Policy Analyst to support a client in the National Capital Region.  This is a salaried, full-time position with compensation based on education, qualifications, and experience. Occasional local travel within the National Capital Region and occasional domestic travel may be required. A full benefits package will be provided. 

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Interpretation of new rules, dissemination of new contract clause information, the formulation of Acquisition Policy Memorandums, and promotion of understanding of policy throughout the organization.
• Provide expert knowledge and advice on acquisition policy, processes and procedures
• Develop and implement organizational acquisition policy
• Analyze contract data and prepare reports on competition, trends analyses, and workload
• Draft policy updates, operating guidelines, and handbooks as required.  
• Conduct training as required in areas of Acquisition
• Review, update to current policies and recommend improvements to the organizational Intranet Site
• Plan, evaluate, and monitor organizational internal training program
• Assist in developing the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Congressional responses
• Give supplementary support to the interpretation, implementation and dissemination of the FAR and DFAR as it relates to the organization
• Maintain the organization Policy filing and document systems (both paperless and paper systems)
• Conduct analyses and prepare reports and briefings as required to support the organization

Candidate resumes must demonstrate the following minimum requirements in order to be forwarded for consideration:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. 
• Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level II (CON) certification or equivalent.
• Minimum six (6) years experience in federal procurement.
• Demonstrated knowledge in the FAR and DFAR.

Suntiva is a results-oriented company.  We stress the importance of work-life balance and offer a flexible work schedule.  Suntiva has an excellent compensation and benefits package, to include numerous medical plan options (to include HMO, PPO, and HSA plans), as well as dental and vision programs, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, and an employer-matched 401(K) retirement plan.  We also provide an annual tuition reimbursement program to allow our staff to further their expertise and career development goals.

We are proud of our diverse environment, EOE, M/F/D/V

Contract Specialist
Location–  San Antonio, Texas and Washington, DC

Suntiva Executive Consulting is a market leader in providing acquisition, contracting and program support to federal programs and organizations.  Suntiva’s Acquisition Consulting Division (SAC) provides specialized support across the entire acquisition life cycle, with particular emphasis on contracting and business operations.  SAC is seeking Contract Specialists to support clients in the National Capital Region and San Antonio, Texas.  These are salaried, full-time positions with compensation based on qualifications and experience. Occasional local travel within the National Capital Region and occasional domestic travel may be required. A full benefits package will be provided. 

Primary job responsibilities include:

• Providing expert functional and technical support in the areas of pre-solicitation, solicitation, post-award, and closeout.
• Providing expert functional and technical support encompassing business operations, to include but not limited to monitoring contracting regulations, preparing policy letters/notices, and assisting with electronic business processes.
• Independently develop innovative procurement solutions to optimize business issues.
• Authoring contracts documents such as source selection plans, pre-solicitation documentation, negotiation memoranda, contract documents, and vendor correspondence.
• Interpreting DoD 5000 series program guidelines and regulations.
• Applying all aspects of the acquisition life cycle in ACAT programs.
• Tracking actions to support program requirements and program management efforts.
• Assisting with on-going acquisition, production and integration efforts in working group meetings, Integrated Product Team (IPT) sessions, process reviews and other meetings as assigned.
  

Candidate resumes must demonstrate the following minimum requirements in order to be forwarded for consideration:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.  Four (4) additional years of experience can be substituted for the degree requirement.
• Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level II (CON) certification or equivalent.
• Minimum seven (7) years experience in federal procurement.
• Demonstrated knowledge in the FAR and DFAR.
  

Desired qualifications include:

• DAWIA Level III (CON) certification or equivalent.
• Experience in using Standard Procurement System (SPS).
• Additional experience, education, training or DAWIA certifications in Department of Defense acquisition.

Suntiva is a results-oriented company.  We stress the importance of work-life balance and offer a flexible work schedule.  Suntiva has an excellent compensation and benefits package, to include numerous medical plan options (to include HMO, PPO, and HSA plans), as well as dental and vision programs, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, and an employer-matched 401(K) retirement plan.  We also provide an annual tuition reimbursement program to allow our staff to further their expertise and career development goals.

We are proud of our diverse environment, EOE, M/F/D/V

Agencies and Professional Recruiters
Suntiva will not pay a fee for resume submissions or candidate referrals (written, oral or otherwise) received from third parties or agencies unless an express written agreement has been signed by both parties. Unsolicited resume submissions and candidate referrals will be considered no-fee referrals and will not obligate Suntiva to pay a fee or service charge upon hire of such candidates.