Strategist

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:Job Title: StrategistJob Title: StrategistClearance: DoD Secret or higherPosition OverviewServe as a Strategist that will lead workstreams and help drive the human-centered design, research, and execution efforts in our Hana Defense Solutions (HDS) business unit under the Native Hawaiian nonprofit corporation, The Hana Group. From strategic vision to tactical implementation, we deliver adaptable, mission-centered, solutions that help government and defense clients achieve lasting impact. Our team supports the mission-critical efforts of the Department of War (DoW) and federal clients utilizing human-centered design, technology and co-development. As a Strategist, you must have the skills, passion, and motivation for solving wicked and complex problems that the DoW faces by getting to the root cause. You will work closely with senior leadership, stakeholders, and cross-functional team members. Your key roles will be driving research, design frameworks, processes, and communications on different initiatives across several multi-functional teams.Primary ResponsibilitiesDevelop products within client workstreams that meet DoW standards and security requirements using human-centered design methodsSupport the development and execution of strategic plans, frameworks, and recommendations that align with client and mission objectivesConduct qualitative and quantitative research to understand operational challenges, identify opportunities, and inform decision-makingWork closely with Hana SMEs and clients SME to ingest information of a technical nature for use on client productsSynthesize complex data and insights into clear narratives, reports, and visual frameworks for leadership and client stakeholders using human-centeredContribute to the design and facilitation of workshops, design sprints, and strategic planning sessionsCollaborate cross-functionally with various team members including account leaders, designers, developers and other necessary colleaguesRegularly attend in-person customer meetings on a weekly or bi-weekly basis as requiredAssist in maintaining design systems, style guides and design standardsDocument lessons learned, frameworks, and methodologies for reuse and knowledge sharing within the organizationAssist in preparing client briefs, progress reports, and leadership summariesTrack action items, milestones, and dependencies to ensure timeline completion and escalation when neededWhat Sets You ApartStrong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and engage a variety of stakeholders at different levelsExperience supporting strategic planning initiatives within the government or defense spaceUnderstanding of Adobe Creative Suite and other design toolsValues-driven leader with integrity and a strong moral compassAbility to think strategically while executing tactically and comfort in switching between high-level plans and hands-on deliveryAbility to work across cross-functional teamsKnowledge of government contracting, performance management, and budget executionFamiliarity with tools like Jira, Confluence and FigmaStrong grasp of what to deliver to a client, and when to do so. We don’t take orders for products; we generate what the client needs to meet the goal.Requirements:Minimum RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Strategy, Business, Communications, or related fieldPreferable 6+ years’ experience working on DoW contracts in problem solving and strategy rolesFamiliarity with DoW operations, regulation and structureProven ability to analyze complex problems and present structured, evidence-based recommendationsExperience with human-centered design methods and frameworksAdaptable to client work environments – possess the ability to ‘read the room’ and adjust for resultsAbility to support the full project lifecycle, from the beginning to implementation and adoptionMust be a U.S. citizen and possess a DoD Secret, or higher, security clearancePreferred Qualifications Experience on small, high-accountability teams Exposure to change management fundamentals (e.g., stakeholder engagement plans, change impact assessments, adoption roadmaps) Experience with visual storytelling or content mapping (e.g., wireframes, content hierarchies) in partnership with a design team Experience planning or supporting the facilitation of workshops and working sessions Familiarity with Agile approaches (stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives)BenefitsFlexible Spending Account (FSA) for qualified Health, Dependent Care, and Transportation expensesHana-owned MacBook ProFlexible PTOPaid Federal HolidaysShort term disability insurance401kWork ScheduleFull time, 40 hours per weekRemote with periodic on-site presence at client locations in DC Metro as needed (2-3 days/week for some positions) HTS is an EOE/M/F/D/V/H