Delache J.

About Delache J.

Steering pivotal federal acquisitions for the Department of Defense, I specialize in Military Construction and adeptly manage the Government Purchase Card programs. My DAWIA Certification underscores a solid foundation in defense contracting principles. With a track record at the State of Colorado, I honed my program management skills, focusing on finance, audit, and compliance. My work ensures integrity and efficiency in governmental operations, reflecting a steadfast commitment to public service excellence.

Experience

1. Contract Specialist

   Colorado Army National Guard

   May 2020 — Present

   DAWIA Certified Contract Specialist specializing in program management, regulatory oversight and policy implementation. Federal acquisitions include Military Construction, government contracting and management of procurement program. Conducted MILCON payroll reviews and submittals. Operating in multitude of government systems. Drove alignment in multi-stakeholder environments by identifying tradeoffs and managing evolving priorities. Worked with technical teams and translated complex concepts into accessible content. Honed a high-impact, cross-functional role with a proven record of leadership and achievement. Managed projects or operations with an ownership mindset. Convened a diverse range of stakeholders to identify challenges, ideate solutions, and drive impactful change. Drafted governance policies, developed conceptual frameworks, scope technical projects, and managed external collaborations. Communicated complex ideas to audiences both technical/non-technical stakeholders, as well as executive leadership. Contributed to a culture of excellence by producing high-quality documentation and operational components that support infrastructure. Prepared reports for audit. Reviewed financial statements and coordinated audit efforts. Stayed up to date on changing audit standards/regulations. Exceptional interpersonal skills, showcasing the capacity to establish and sustain effective working relationships internally and with a diverse array of external partners. Robust aptitude for strategic thinking, goal setting, and prioritization, employing pragmatic and multifaceted approaches to ensure high-quality results. Possess an entrepreneurial spirit, capable of identifying and seizing new opportunities, collaborating effectively on diverse teams. Strong track record of building collaborative partnerships, audit ready programs, and confidently communicating with stakeholders. Juggled multiple tasks, prioritized effectively to meet deadlines and timelines.

Education

• Westwood College of Technology

  B.S. Business Administration

  2005 — 2009

• Virginia College

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

  2010 — 2013

• Texas A&M International University

  Master of Public Administration - MPA

  2019 — 2022

Skills

• Organizing
• Higher Education
• Training Skills
• Staff Development
• Budgets
• Policy
• Student Loans
• Auditing
• Resume Writing
• Student Financial Aid
• Team Leadership
• Business Strategy
• Student Affairs
• Adult Education
• E-Learning
• Campusvue
• Leadership Development
• Career Development
• Accreditation
• Campus Vue
• Employee Training
• Customer Service
• Student Recruiting
• Enrollment Management
• Powerpoint
• Performance Auditing
• Outlook
• Training
• Online Training
• Financial Planning
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Educational Leadership
• Organizational Effectiveness
• Campus
• Education
• Training Delivery
• Nonprofits
• Microsoft Office
• Organizational Development
• Process Auditing