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The Operations Support Lead will be based at the Baghdad Embassy Compound (BEC) in Iraq and serve the Iraq Embassy Programs (IEP) which include the Base Life-support Services (BLISS) and Operations and Maintenance Support Services (OMSS) contracts in support of the U.S. Department of State. This position will be responsible for the daily reports to IEP PMO staff, ensuring professional and quality services are provided to the Customer in accordance with program requirements and will report to the PMO Operations Manager.
Job Responsibility
Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority in the workplace
Comply with all Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and goals
Provide a full range of general support services for the BLiSS program under the direction and supervision of the PMO Operations Manager
Update the Mission Accountability System (MACS) as defined by Embassy requirements and align this data with the IEP accountability processes
Perform all administrative and clerical services necessary in support of program Operations at the Baghdad Embassy Compound (BEC)
Submit visitor access requests (VARs) and compile visa packets in coordination with Site Access
Support the program with a full working knowledge of the DOS contract and obtain data from Department Leads as needed
Coordinate visitor arrivals ensuring Housing and Travel related coordination is completed
Prepare responses to questions and data requests received from the Operations team
Responsible for the coordination of information to support the creation/update of Quarterly Performance Metrics Review (PMR) with the Department of State, Plan of Action and Milestones (POAM) for the BLiSS and OMSS contract projects, and performance analysis to be incorporated into reporting requirements
Oversight of daily/weekly/monthly reports as required
Manage and supervise Operations Specialist
Work with the Operations Supervisor to develop and maintain the department’s organizational structure and efficiency
Coordinate contractor requirements with other Amentum offices (i.e., Travel, Property, etc.)
Use MS Word, Excel, Access, Project, Outlook, PowerBI and PowerPoint as necessary to facilitate tracking of personnel and project status requirements, data, and reports
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
One (2) or more years in an overseas environment
One (2) or more years in a customer service or administrative-related position
Excellent MS Office Suite experience (Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint, PowerBI and Word)
Speak, read and write English
A high school diploma or GED
Valid drivers' license
Possess a valid passport with a minimum of 18 months remaining to expiration date with 8 blank pages
Already possess a Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT) or be able to obtain a favorable MRPT certification prior to being hired
Strong, professional, oral and written English communication skills
Favorable passage of a drug screen and physical examination
Nice to have
Relevant overseas administrative experience, preferably in the Middle East
Experience working with Amentum and Department of State programs
Working knowledge of Accountability Processes and Procedures
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing excellent customer services
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules
Cross-cultural sensitivity with an international perspective
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Expert computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Word and Excel
Knowledge of principles and processes involved in operations support functions at an overseas facility
Ability to become an active and functioning member of a team
Must have the ability to be innovative and be an agent for change
Expert communication skills to facilitate and disseminate information