Program Analyst - I MEF

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:Manage comprehensive Lessons Learned (LL) programs across all III Marine Expeditionary Force (III MEF) units and subordinate commandsCollect and compile After Action Reports (AARs) from exercises, deployments, and training eventsSupport formal Lessons Learned collection efforts through interviews, observations, and analysisCoordinate Lessons Learned activities with multiple units across III MEF to ensure comprehensive coverageProcess, analyze, and disseminate actionable lessons learned to improve operational effectivenessMaintain Lessons Learned databases and tracking systems to ensure accessibility and proper categorizationFacilitate Lessons Learned working groups and coordination meetings with III MEF staff and subordinate unitsPrepare detailed reports, briefings, and presentations on trends, observations, and recommendationsSupport high OPTEMPO requirements with responsive and timely analytical supportTravel required.May require occasional extended hours to meet mission requirements.Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:Bachelor's degree in History, Political Science, Leadership, or related field. Degree may be substituted for experienceValid United States Passport required.Graduate of Marine Corps Command & Staff College or equivalent Intermediate Level Education (ILE) (preferred).Derivative Classification.REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:At least twelve (12) years of experience serving in the US Military, with a strong preference for service in the Marine Corps. Sixteen (16)+ years of experience required if substituting experience for education. Substituted experience may be a combination of military service, DoD civilian, or DoD contractor in similar role(s).Experience in a combat arms, logistics, supply, or operations MOS or serving in a division staff level (or above) position. Prior experience supporting military policy strongly desired.Prior experience conducting in-depth research and complete and definitive analysis, documenting lessons learned, developing and writing military quality reports to include situational reports, developing planning documents and proposals, and creating presentations.Experience developing lessons learned questionaires and conducting interviews, or similar types of documentation and analysis.Ability to communicate and interface with Military leaders and commanders at all levels.Ability to work independently and proactively, build rapport with end users, customers, and unit leaders in order to develop effective working relationshipsStrong verbal and written communication and presentation skills and strong analytical skills. Strong Mircosoft Office, 365, and SharePoint skills.Must be able to work on site in Okinawa JapanMay require extended hours and flexibility to meet mission demands during high-tempo periodsOccasional field visits to subordinate units may be requiredPREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:Ability to adapt to chaning work enviornments and operational tempos.Advanced understanding of military tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP).Certified Knowledge Manager (CKM), Microsoft 365 Certified: Fundamentals.REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE:Must be a U.S. CitizenMust have an active Top Secret clearance.The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays.

Created: 2026-04-15