Chris Efaw
Fairfax Station,VA
Summary
Results-driven Deputy Director with expertise in strategic planning, change management, and program management. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and lead cross-functional teams towards achieving defense policy objectives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Director
Department Of Defence
Arlington, VA
07.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency across multiple departments.
- Led cross-functional teams in executing defense policy objectives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Streamlined communication channels between divisions, improving information flow and decision-making processes.
- Managed resource allocation for key projects, optimizing budgetary expenditures while maintaining compliance standards.
Army Air and Missile Defense Portfolio Manager
Department of the Army
Arlington, VA
07.2021 - 07.2023
- Managed portfolio lifecycle, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and regulatory requirements.
- Analyzed investment opportunities, conducting thorough risk assessments to inform decision-making processes.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive reporting tools to track portfolio performance and compliance metrics.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize resource allocation and maximize operational efficiency.
Director
Department Of Defence
Greenwood, Indiana
07.2019 - 06.2021
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency across multiple defense projects.
- Developed and implemented policies to ensure compliance with federal regulations and standards.
- Managed cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones within stringent timelines.
- Analyzed program performance data to drive continuous improvement and optimize resource allocation.
Education
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX05-2007
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences
Glenville State University
Glenville, WV05-2000
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Change management
- Program management
- Program implementation
Accomplishments
- Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
- Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
- Achieved [Result] by introducing [Software] for [Type] tasks.
- Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
Timeline
Deputy Director
Department Of Defence
07.2023 - Current
Army Air and Missile Defense Portfolio Manager
Department of the Army
07.2021 - 07.2023
Director
Department Of Defence
07.2019 - 06.2021
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
The University of Texas At El Paso
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences
Glenville State University
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