Business Development & Outreach Associate

Hive Group, a leader in acquisition management, project management, and financial management solutions for the federal government has an opportunity with a federal client in support of strategic marketing and communications requirements. Since its inception, Hive Group has supported numerous federal agencies with their mission requirements by working closely to help define requirements, develop sound acquisition strategies, justify budget requests, and track project execution.
Hive Group has an exciting opportunity for an Outreach Associate to join our existing team supporting the client Program Management Office. This position will provide operational research and analysis, strategic marketing, stakeholder outreach, communication support, and process improvement support to a Federal Government contracting activity. The position will work closely with the program manager and senior client program office officials to monitor market trends of federal acquisition to provide outreach support at trade shows, events, and other industry engagements across the United States. Hive Group is seeking individuals that are energetic, forward thinking, with excellent communication skills, ability to be productive with minimal direction, and willing to travel approximately 35-45% of the year.
Job Responsibilities:

• Build and execute Business Development strategies that can support the operational and growth goals of the GSA AAS Organization.
• Serve as part of the outreach team and represent GSA AAS client(s) at trade shows/conferences across CONUS through exhibiting which involves proactively approaching show attendees and educating them on the client’s mission and value proposition, answering questions, building relationships with industry and government stakeholders.
• Research and educate external stakeholders on the value proposition of GSA AAS, a fee for service contracting activity. Assist with the preparation of materials for conferences. Actively articulate the brand and key differentiators. Increase client’s presence within the marketplace.
• Support Outreach efforts by working with creative teams to create optimal industry show materials and messaging.
• Work with trade show organizers to register and plan for events by researching and making recommendations to leadership on which events would be best to attend.
• Organize and execute logistics associated with conference exhibits including; shipping, exhibit booth management, and booth setup/teardown.

Qualifications:

• Education:  Undergraduate or Graduate Degree in related fields such as Business, Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, etc.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in the Business Development field
• Must be able to obtain a security clearance
• Excellent verbal and written communication 
• Active listening 
• Organization & Attention to detail
• High degree of personal motivation for success
• Strong attention to detail
• Positive attitude – demonstrating an ultimate desire to fulfill organizational objectives by complete customer satisfaction.

Compensation and Benefits
The estimated compensation range for this position is between $125,000 and $175,000 annually, based on benchmarks in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. This range reflects a good faith estimate for all experience levels. At Hive Group, salary decisions are influenced by several factors, including but not limited to the role, location, and the combination of education, training, skills, certifications, competencies, and relevant work experience.
Hive Group offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), life and disability insurance, retirement contributions, paid leave, federal holidays, professional development opportunities, and lifestyle benefits.
A Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Hive Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer dedicated to fair and unbiased employment decisions. We do not discriminate based on race, color, sex (including gender and transgender status), age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, domestic partner or civil union status, gender identity, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Our hiring and promotion decisions are based exclusively on an individual’s qualifications and suitability for the role.
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